I am in the middle of a possible diagnosis of adult-onset asthma. Of course one of the first suggestions the Dr. had was to get rid of my fur babies (two ferrets and a dog). I told him no way! He just smiled and said he didn't blame me - but that I had to deal with the situation some way! BUT I do need some suggestions.......... He says I am more than likely NOT allergic to the animals, but quite possibly to the mites that live on the dander formed by their skin and hair. He suggested weekly baths for them to combat this, and mentioned that there are some "sealers" that can be applied to them like a conditioner that helps to control the wafting around of dander. Anyone ever hear of such a thing? Know of a product name and where I might buy it? I would really like to hear from other people who are ferret owners and have asthma - and hear of any suggestions you can make to make my breathing easier and still keep my babies. FMLers are the greatest! Karla [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 3175]