Hi to all of you! I will be in Norfolk, VA during the 4th of July weekend for the National Association of the Deaf Conference. Just wanted to let you know <smile>. My hubby is staying home to take care for the four-legged kids (he is not deaf and would be bored out of his noggin') As for dogs and ferrets, there are exceptions to all rules (except the rule that says there are exceptions to all rules!<smile>) I would not trust a Siberian with any small animal - my cats can run and know not to mess with the dog. Siberians try to dominate smaller animals and animals larger then themselves as well! My "labsky" prefers the back yard to the living room. However, they are playful, sweet and wonderful pets. Nan and SuperSnooper plus Nome Dog [Posted in FML issue 3100]