>From:    Stephanie Williams <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: My baby has been found!!!!!
>Exciting news, my ferret, Sprite, has been found!  She decided to go a
>couple blocks away and visit our neighbors.  Luckily it was a close friend
>who knew we had a ferret.
 
Great news!  This is a good reminder to always introduce your ferrets to
your neighbors whenever possible.  This really helps in these emergency
situations.  It only takes a moment.  Usually, once anyone has seen a ferret
up close, they remember what one looks like in the flesh.  Because of
different colorations, a personal introduction helps.  It appears that in
many cases, it is an informed neighbor that helps in the timely rescue.
While collars surely help identify that the animal is indeed a pet, some
have reported bad experiences with their use while others swear by them.
 
best wishes,
until next time,
alphachi
[Posted in FML issue 2220]