Hi, O.K. I am stupid,I guess, but I have no idea what the Aleutian disease is? I live in Pottstown,Pa. and am apparently near where the controversy is. I thought it was another name for ECE which wreaked havoc in my home causing me to lose my darlng oldster when I unwittingly brought 2 shelter adoptees home. They were reinfected by her somehow and pulled thru, thank goodness,but it was horrible losing my 8 year old,who was the light of my life. I did not know about ECE at the time and I am still upset that the shelter owner did not give me any kind of warning. If anyone would like to explain what these 2 diseases are and their consequences, I would appreciate a response,either private or on the list.if no one minds. I have been reading the posts for about a month so I am fairly new. While am here,I send condolences to all who have had their babies pass away. I hope Kevins gang is past the worst now. Happy New Year to everyone............ Carol the Mom,Meeka & Sammy the ferts and Botz, Dee, Yiddo,and Bandit,the cats (Bandy was just 20 years old,I believe she will outlve me!) [Posted in FML issue 2917]