Hello Everyone, Hope you all had a nice weekend! Just wanted to post a few questions that have popped into my head more than once, if any of you can offer advice or the answers to any of the following, that would be great! 1. What do you recommend? I have 2 males and would like to add more to the family, should I get another pair ( my 2 now are quite bonded), how should I go about this when the time comes, should I have them meet each other first, that is what I did when we got Louis? My guys are quite (extremely spoiled, they get lots of attention) and have strong personalties, do they mind change! 2. My youngest Louis is 7mths (My little baby boy), I am almost 100% (I have made a Dr. app. to be certain) sure he is deaf, is there any advice on how to make life easier on them, or should I just treat him the same and Binks as his older Brother, he doesn't seem to startle that easy but is extremely vocal when playing (squeals, schreeches, I know he is not being hurt, he will do htis even before Binks puts a paw or tooth on him) I have read this to be normal anyone out there with the same expirence(s) ? 3. I have noticed that Binks ( just turned 1 last week) has lost quite a bit of weight (slowly), this I am sure is do to the seasonal weight change, but just to be safe I have made an Dr. app. for a check-up, my vet is great ( she deals with all the ferts from the Ottawa Ferret Ass.) What illnesses have the side effects of weight loss, what tests do you think she will or should do, if any? Is there anything else I should feed him to help him gain some more weight, he is quite active ( loves to run)? I am still trying to find a food that he enjoys (a lot), he loves the 8 in 1 Fruit Crunch, but that can't be used as a base food, what should I try, a buffet style and see what one seems to be eaten more frequently? 4. Is there any supplements or vitamins that are recommended to give to your ferts as an addition to the regular food and treats to keep them in better health? 5. I am not well informed about these ferret shows/exhibitions etc., can someone let me know where/when they are, I would love to get more involved and possibly attend some! 6. I always seem to worry that there one of my fuzzies might be not well or that am over looking something ( with all the info. on the web, one can become quite paranoid) Is there any common Signs that should I should be alerted by and seek vet attention? ( I know this is a broad question, but it seems that now a days the illnesses that keep occurring are often similar or the same ie: adrenal) I just don't want to be naive and over look something! 7. What type of treats or special meals does anyone recommend I make for a my Fuzzbutts (love that nickname), Any recipes out there? I have picky eaters! 8. Who would you say would be the most knowledgeable Ferret Vet/Specialist in North America? (This is a piece of info. I would like to have in my records) 9. What type of help can I provide to any of the Ferret Shelters, I do not have a lot of money but would like to be able to help in some way, if possible? 10. If you could give any ferret owner one piece of advice, What would it be? If anyone with experience or knowledge who would like to respond to any one of this questions or requests for opinions or to even add some info. that they think I should know, that would be fabulous! There is never enough information I can know about my Weasel Men. I truly love my Ferrets with all of my Heart and want to provide them with the Happiest, Healthiest, Safest LIFE as possible !!!! Thanking you all in advance! Have you gave your Ferret (s) a Hug today? [Posted in FML issue 3158]