I would just like to give a collective thanks to all who responded to my query about cats and ferrets being able to live in harmony. Happily, I got more positive responses than negative ones. However, I just spoke to the breeder today and she says she would not be able to not "worry" about the kitten living with the ferrets so has decided not to let me have him. I'm not afraid to tell you that I got a little emotional and actually cried on the phone, so I had to e-mail her later, since I believe she is judging me not to have sense enough to care for/protect a small kitten who she is worried about living with "predators". And yes, I did read that post about the kitten that was killed by ferts, but if I recall correctly that was an very small orphaned kitten that woman was trying to bottle feed and keep alive. This kitten would have been 12 weeks old by the time he came to live with us and I have the capability of keeping him apart from the ferts as long as needed. Oh well, sorry but I just needed to vent about what I see as a judgemental decision about ferrets. I was honest with her and look what it got me. Next time I'll just keep quiet (if I can!) about my beloved pets. BTW, some of you said I could have her contact you if she had more questions, so I forwarded your emails to her. I doubt it'll help, but keep your fingers crossed for me and my broken heart! Elizabeth crazyaboutfuzzies ^..^ =.= [Posted in FML issue 4545]