This is for the anonymous poster in New York or NYC. Ferrets are legal in New York state, with the exception of the Five Boroughs of NYC. I live in the Poughkeepsie area of New York, and I go to Dr. Les Sherr, at the Hopewell Animal Hospital. They're located in Hopewell Junction, Rt 52 and the Taconic. The number there is (914) 221-PETS. Hope this helps. Melissa [Posted in FML issue 2922]