Hello FML, Welcome to a lot of new FML'rs...it's great to have you! :-) With a lot of new subscribers I wanted to point out one thing, which has been mentioned before. It seems when people come to the FML for advice on whether or not they should get a fuzzy companion for their existing fuzzy or get "ferret math", I just want to remind people of one thing. Multiple ferrets multiple expenses. Not only are we talking additional food, vaccinations, toys, treats, bedding, litter, etc., i'm talking medical expenses that some may not realize. When I first started learning about ferrets...I had no idea some of the common problems they endure....adrenal problems, insulinoma, ECE, lymphosarcoma, gastric ulcers, etc. I have six fuzzies, two from pet stores, two from a shelter and two rescues from an abusive situation. Three of them have had major medical problems. Roo (RooBear) just recently underwent left adrenal surgery which cost me $430.00 for the surgery and another $120 for the trip to the vet 3 1/2 hours away (since no vet in my area does adrenal surgeries and I had to stay two nights there). Her hair has grown back beautifully and has gained a lot of weight. Just this week, i've noticed that her vulva is once again swollen, which means possibly another trip to the vet for another surgery and another $430.00. My other fuzzy, Tango who has insulinoma is also now showing signs of adrenal. This will also be another $500 to make the trip and have surgery for him also. I just wanted to remind the FML that being owned by multiple fuzzies can be very expensive. Some people may never have health problems with their fuzzies their whole lives, others will incur major medical expenses and treatment. Being owned by fuzzies is not cheap. Unfortunately, for as little as they are...they sure can get big medical problems that cost dearly. I have six fuzzies and three of them have had some sort of major medical expense. Of course, the older they get, the more problems they run into. And getting a young kit does not mean they will be free of health problems...a couple of mine had problems as young as 6 months old. I'm not trying to discourage anyone by all means not to go out and get your fuzzy a companion. I believe that two are better than one, I just want people to realize that they need to provide for their fuzzies and that means in sickness and in health. If you don't have the "means" or money to, then you should wait. Have a warm, *fuzzy* day! :-) Tracy J. Tango, Chico, Roo(RooBear), Spunky & Leah [Posted in FML issue 3308]