Hi Everyone, I noticed recently that my 7 year old ferret, Cindy, has lost a lot of weight. We have a vet's appointment but I was wondering what you all thought. Here is the scenario: back in May when Cindy's cagemate passed, she got very depressed. Within time she came out of it. Since then though she has not played like she use to. Almost two weeks ago I brought home a new kit, Monsoon, and I also purchased a new cage for Cindy and Pete. I'm not sure why the sudden weight loss. I'm not sure if it is depression or if she has something more serious. We also live in Arizona where it has been a very hot summer. Pete has also lost some weight but not like Cindy. I picked her up this morning and could see her ribs. I've seen her eat but I know that I'm not filling the food bowl as frequently as I was. She still is up and about exploring. One thing I noticed recently is that she sometimes will follow me around and stare up at me. When I pick her up she immediately wants to be put back down. Then she will still stare up at me as if she wants something. She has also had one surgery about two years ago for adrenal. She hasn't had any problems since then and seem to be quite normal up until about a week ago. Any ideas? Jennifer in AZ with Pete, Cindy, & Monsoon (CJ from heaven) [Posted in FML issue 4232]