To [log in to unmask] [BY] When older ferrets are in with younger ferrets at the pet store, guess who gets a home and who doesn't? Of course no one thinks he's as cute as the new little kits in the cage, so he doesn't get love or attention. Of course everyone wants a babe, so the older ferret sits and waits for someone to want and love him. Maybe he was never bought or worse, he was brought back for numerous stupid reasons. Maybe he went to a home where he was abused, neglected or worse. No wonder this guy hisses and isn't friendly.....he is likely to become a biter, all of which only makes him even less likely to find a home. I mean who wouldn't bite, be skittish or just plain aggressive in this situation. It is so heartbreakingly sad. From your description he also sounds like he may be ill, course thinning hair and smelly. You are right he also needs his shots because he can get distemper from people carrying the virus on their clothes, in the air, etc. I do not advocate buying from pet stores except, in this type of situation or if the ferret is in danger, ill or life threatening conditions. My boys Frankie & Poncho were both in this same situation, there were kits, but these guys needed me. Sure they took extra work and Poncho is still very skittish at times. Some one needs to get this guy out. Would you let us know where he is so someone on this list can go and get him? Kim the Oregon one Kim Reyes Associate Broker John L. Scott Real Estate Direct: (503) 380-4195 Toll Free 1-877-490-2595 http://www.kimreyes.com [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 4012]