Bob C's 'opening shot ' put down on the vegetarian question leaves a bad taste in my mouth about our treatment of our fellow ferret-lovers. The subsequent discourse is learned and articulate, clearly demonstrating communications skills unworthy of the cheap shot. I'd like to suggest he 'stick a sock in it', but appreciate that anyone living with 16 ferrets can't find a sock before the foot is firmly in the mouth. Donna [Posted in FML issue 3008]