Yup count me among those who couldn't sit still for that one. No flame, just a simple question. My shelter and ferretry both are relatively small numbers compare to many out there. The Shelter The average cost per month of operating is $450 The average monthly *income* is about $200 *Note our shelter is small, average 8-12 rescues at a time, about 40% ill. I can't imagine the figures of the large shelter with 50-60 at a time and 70% ill. YOU shelters have my respect! My "breeding" ferrets: The average cost per month is $600 The average monthly *income* is about $350 Would you PLEASE find the profit for me??? I would really appreciate it, since I haven't found it yet and I could really use it! Why do I do it? For the very reason you claim we don't. For the love of the ferrets. Susan Malone Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Of Tulsa Fanciful Ferrets By Pegasus [Posted in FML issue 3191]