Dear FML: I have been on this list for many years as Bill can testify to. Would all of you be so kind as to not "Flame" each other. Today I say a post from Dr. K (from Gainesville, top Heartworm Ferret Vet in the Country). She is totally right - the Vets are leaving the FML because of all off topic arguments going on. I have personally know both Sue Thomas & Barbara Ludt for years - if you wish to hear my side or opinion on what is happening please feel free to e-mail me at [log in to unmask] The FML is a very important forum for the FERRETS! It is not for arguing, complaining, or being not nice to one another. Our ferrets life spans are just to short for us to be fighting with one another an not taking care of them. We have many new 1st time ferret owners who come here for help and then LEAVE (probably run screaming) because of all the bitterness and in fighting that has nothing what so ever to do with the health, care, and happiness of our ferrets. Let us all get back on track so that we as a ferret oriented community can come together to assist our ferrets in living the happiest, healthiest lives possible. Chere McCoy Shelter Mom, Ferret Friends of Indian River County Director, Ferret Friends Disaster Response International [Posted in FML issue 3329]