Cambrey, you are off to a great start by knowing of Kim Schilling. It
makes me think you may have actually purchased the book "Ferrets for
Dummies." I hope that you will read it carefully before going a step
further and getting a ferret. And, another step to take would be to
volunteer at a shelter on a regular basis to learn more about the care
and upkeep costs of a ferret. (I wanted a ferret in the 60s and my
parents said NO, although I did have a series of German Shepherds
named Rebel! It was not until 1993 that I got my first ferret. There
is no expiration date on wishes!)

You asked this list:
I was just wondering if there is anything anybody could do to show
my mom how great ferrets could be?

That can be easy or hard, depending on your mom. I am sure that many
people will help you out. What I would like to do is ask a few
questions for you to consider. I am not going to answer the questions
because I believe that YOU need to show you are serious by doing that
yourself. If, after you have carefully researched owining a ferret and
decide it is not a good idea at this time, may I suggest that you
consider sponsoring a permanent shelter ferret by making a monthly
donation of time and money to help make his/her life better.

First, how old are you? Are you planing to go away from home to
college? Who is going to care for the ferret? Do you have any idea how
much vet care costs will be? Do you have a local ferret-knowlegeable
vet? Where will you keep the ferret? How will you make sure that the
ferret doesn't become a smelly intruder? How are you going to pay for
the special diet your ferret needs?

Anywayz, another question I had been wondering is if anyone had a
shelter or has a ferret near where I live. I live around Richmond, Tx.
So if you can give me a shout-out at 832-595-4164. My name is Cambrey
so give me a call. Also, please help me out with this ferret/mom
battle. All I want is a sweet ferret and the only thing I've ever
got is those stinky little fuzzballs at Petco.

The following shelters were found on the American Ferret Association
Shelter list (http://www.ferret.org). There are other lists, but
this is a good start. Check into the local shelters and see about
volunteering. They will love to have you, I am sure, as it is a
lot of work. The first ones are in the Houston area.

Ferret Boarding House
Director: Brian & Cynthia Hill
Houston, TX
(713) 869-5956

Forever Homes Wanted Ferret Rescue
President/Director: Dana Jarrett
Kingwood, TX
(832) 687-7840
E-Mail: [log in to unmask]
Website: http://www.ferretrescuehouston.org

For the Love of Ferrets
Director: Jimena & Gail Hummel
League City, TX
(281) 332-4948

Tricks & Treats Rescue
Director: Vicki Montgomery
Pasadena, TX
(713) 472-6599
Fax: (713) 472-6599
E-Mail: [log in to unmask]
Alternate E-Mail: [log in to unmask]
Website:
http://tricksandtreats.petfinder.org

A little farther from you (about 2-3 hours) but still within driving
distance:

San Antonio area Ferret Enthusiasts (SAFE)
Director: Candi White
Po Box 190042
San Antonio, TX 78220-7000
(210) 661-9195
Alternate Phone:
(210) 661-0608
E-Mail: [log in to unmask]
Website:
http://www.saferrets.org

The Weasel Waystation
Director: Ann Holman
Bryan, TX
(409) 589-2870

-- 
renee :)
It's amazing how much can be accomplished if nobody cares who gets the
credit!
Ferret Emergency Response, Rescue & Evacuation Team (F.E.R.R.E.T.)
http://www.ferretemergency.org
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International Ferret Congress
http://www.ferretcongress.org
American Red Cross
http://www.redcross.org

[Posted in FML 5522]