If a ferret comes down with adv symptoms, there is a 2< years life expectancy. If a ferret is exposed to adv, tests positive for antibodies, but never exhibits any symptoms... the ferret may not get full blown ad. In this case they can still transmit the disease, can live a full life. Wolfy Please visit: http://www.geocities.com/wolfysluv/ For information on deafness in ferrets: http://www.geocities.com/wolfysluv/deaf.html [Posted in FML issue 3194]