>I am curious to know what other creatures those with ferrets also have. Ooh, now isn't this a can of worms! We live with 2 ferrets, 3 dogs, 2 cats, a rat, a cockatoo, a conure, a cockatiel, lots of little birds (in a ferret and cat proof flight cage), 2 large tortoises, 3 anoles, 1 house gecko, 1 bearded dragon, 6 frogs, a newt, and a fish tank. [and a can of of worms? BIG] Birds and ferrets are not out at the same time and the reptiles and amphibians don't come out, except the tortoises and the beardie who are well supervised (not to mention the tortoises are 30 and 40 pounds and armored). The rat comes out alone in a safe place. The ferrets, dogs, and cats are my favorites, followed closely by the birds. All are rescues (or as I call them, preowned), as are most of the other critters. My kids help with the care and loving (I have five human children). BTW, I do not recommend having this many animals. We are really chummy with our vets and animal care is not something I scrimp on for money, so my kids are in hand me downs and goodwill clothes, as am I. Jean [Posted in FML issue 4410]