For those of us concerned with ferret abuse at ferret shows, we have heard from the president of AFA. She has informed us that AFA does not do any policing at shows. Actually, this is a good thing. How can one really police a dear friend? Maybe- Someone with no affiliations to this group and who does not know the breeders-an ordinary person with common sense-should be in charge of handling complaints of ferret abuse. I do not know the AFA from ABC. I do not know any breeders. And once again-as I know there are a number of people from GCFA that read this-I offer my services at the show next Oct. in the Chicago area. A definition of abuse, and the consequences of abusing a ferret at a show, need to be discussed at the next board meeting. I would suggest that after two written and signed complaints against anyone abusing a ferret at a show-the person no longer be allowed ever again to attend the show or do any form of advertising with the group. {I am sure others will come up with their own ideas.} We can sit and write and moan. Or we can get off of our laurels and do something to protect ferrets at shows. There are many kind people with common sense who love ferrets here who could correspond with the group putting on the ferret expo. in their area, and volunteer their services as ferret liaison coordinator. Or ferret abuse busters. Or ferret rage control personnel. Or ferret protection patrol. Please-have someone from GCFA respond within the next 3 months by e-mail. I will be happy to volunteer my services for the day for the love of ferrets. Lisette [Posted in FML issue 3006]