Contrary to yesterdays message about Aleutians Disease, there have been no known cases of Aleutians Disease in New Zealand, and all ferrets exported from New Zealand are certified as such by the Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries. We are currently fighting to prevent domestic ferrets from being banned in New Zealand, and the Government is expected to make a decision on this matter in the near future. The spreading of unfounded rumours about our ferrets is not helpful to our cause, and it would be appreciated if posters could check their facts before posting in a public forum. John Chessum President New Zealand Ferret Protection and Welfare Society Incorporated [Posted in FML issue 2943]