>... I would love to read what you all have to say on these issues. I >need to know what I am looking at BEFORE I end up becoming an owner.... > >Victor Victor Well pal all I can say is this. Either ya get your feet wet or ya stay on the shore. Life isn't easy and if you are looking for an easy pet then get a pet rock. First of all get the book Ferrets For Dummies by Kin Shilling. Yes it is that good. Every ferret owner should have it and read it. Also yes even tho you live the the People's Republic of Kalifornya you can get some very good medical treatment for you fuzzies. Yes they do have illness andyes they do get cancers and all that BUT if you want a companion pet that will love you back as much as you love it then hey chum a ferret might just fill the bill. They are very intelligent furry freaks that will steal you wallet,your car, or truck keys and anything else that isn't firmly attached to something BUT they will also steal your heart as well. Get the Ferret for Dummies book and read the truth behind the miths and see if a fret is for you. OBTW, You won't own a ferret, they Own YOU!!! Best of luck and I hope to see that ya joined the ranks of us fret lovers...Hey ya gotta love em'... theys frets!!! Fred Hurd Reno, Nevada After All It Is For The Ferrets!!! [Posted in FML issue 4530]