I am one of the people who was hoping more answers would come from the
McKay rescue. Not from a point of attack, because what was achieved was
amazing, but to move forward with more knowledge for future rescues.
To move forward with a pre-set plan for future rescues. The way this
rescue was originally planned, with a building prepared ahead and
with vets available with donated services to get the ferrets medical
attention (and spays and neuters before homes) was a good one, but it
happened suddenly and quickly, with a new plan put in place quickly,
the way most rescues happen. The ferret community pitched in with the
huge undertaking Lori took, and the resuce happened.

As much as more information would be great, what matters is that the
ferrets are out of there. They are being cared for and loved, and
hopefully all will find forever homes. So please, in our quest for
knowledge, let's not attack those that stepped up. It was very scary
reading the reports of the McKay farm, especially being at a great
distance and feeling helpless. At times it seemed like the resuce
couldn't possibly happen, but it did. Whatever the details, it
thankfully happened.

Of course, now shelter everywhere are more burdened than usual. Please,
let's all continue to support the ferrets of this rescue, and of all
other circumstance, and do what we can for the shelters. Please go to
the giving tree and choose a ferret to help this holiday season, or
choose a needy shelter and make a donation. Even little bits add up,
and every card and dolllar let's the shelter Mom and Dad know we're
trying too.

The ferret community is one of the most supportive and dedicated that
I can imagine. We are an impassioned group. And while that passion can
lead to bickering and flaming, it also spurs us to great action and
deeper knowledge for our little ones. Together over the years (and in
this most recent rescue) we have united to do so much. Let's continue.
In the spirit of the fml, nearly 20 years of it, and in the spirit of
the season, please let's focus on the ferrets that still need our
support.

http://www.mkaresq.com/The_Giving_Tree_2007/GivingTree2007.htm

Risa

[Posted in FML 5817]