ADV began in minks some time ago (50's I think).  Back then many, many
mink ranches also raised ferrets.  The ADV mutated a bit and was then able
to infect ferrets... that is how it all began as far as we know.  It is
thought that virus has mutated futher since then.
 
Wolfy
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[Posted in FML issue 3193]