Hello all!!  I was noticing postings on pet stores with less than desirable
conditions for the ferts.  It is our responsibility to tell the staff that
their water is empty or their food is gone.  I do...I feel silly but I know
I did the right thing.  I belong to ferret fanciers group in Nebraska and
our mission is to educate store employees and new fert owners on the proper
care of these lovable fuzzies.  You don't have to belong to a group (you may
want to start one...they are a lot of fun!).  You can create your own care
sheets including health and proper care and distribute to pet stores to hand
out to customers.  Usually, they are really receptive and like the idea.
Recently, I went into a garden center store and they sell locally bred
ferts.  This baby was 8 months old and had never had a distemper shot.
Well, I had a lot of educating to do!!  I would love to talk to the breeder
as well!!  The store employee was concerned about her and really seemed to
care...he was going to bathe her that day (her ears were black!).  The store
owner seemed much less interested.  We have 15 or more stores to hit in the
next few months...I encourage all of you to do the same in your area.  Also,
posting your name and number so people can call you about fert related
questions or where they can take their unwanted ferts (rather than to the
humane society).  Thanks for listening....And good luck!!!
 
Also, let me know of any good vets in Olathe, Oveland Park or Kansas City
Kansas.....I'm moving just for this summer...
 
Jodi and "Peanut" (Mom, the squeak toy goes here..and only here!!!!!!!)
and "Tyler" (Plop....boy...am I tired out..just gotta take a little rest..)
and "Cody" (The determined escape artist and computer hog!!)
 
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| Neil McShannon                                           |
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[Posted in FML issue 1581]