I know there was a lengthy discussion on this about a year ago, but I'd like to revisit it. My 4 year old silver mitt, Rascal, loves to roll in ashtrays (only dirty ones). He revels in it, he rolls and squirms and takes such pleasure in making a mess of the floor and himself. He rubs his head and neck in it mostly. Last time this was posted someone suggested earmites. At the time it was a good possibility, however he has been treated for earmites and determined mite free by a vet. But he is still having a great time for himself in the ashtray. He's always been an odd duck, but personally I just don't see the appeal of rolling in an ashtray. Amy Critter, Rascal, SusieQ, Moose, Little Buster, GusGus Missing the original Buster Brown [Posted in FML issue 3205]