Karen wrote:
>I suppose turtles (especially box turtles) would be the least likely to
>come to harm from ferrets, because they can withdraw into their shells.
>But I still wouldn't allow the two to interact.
 
Amelia met a turtle once-- she was utterly fascinated by it.  I mean, it's a
container, with something inside it, right?  So she wanted to get whatever
it was out of there!  I think the turtle might have nipped her on the nose,
so she focused more on the legs and tail holes.  When I realized just how
excited and serious Amelia was about getting that turtle out of its shell,
I ended the interaction before somebody got hurt or traumatized.  It was
amusing at first, but ultimately I think a scary experience for the poor
turtle.  I second Karen's recommendation!
 
Regina
Amelia (c'mon, I know there's something in there, gotta get it out!)
Cully (it moves, i don't like it)
 
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                                                -- Nick Cave
Regina Harrison
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[Posted in FML issue 2432]