This is certainly the best place to post, and to get advice on ferrets. I received numerous replies both here on the board and to my email. I thank you all. I have looked up some of the information I was given, and will continue to do so. Even though I have received my answer. YES, Cheryl, CIGARETTE SMOKING IS BAD FOR YOUR ANIMALS. I started out just opening the window, then I read more and I started going outside to smoke. Now that I know even more am going to try hard to quit. I don't want my little ones not to want me to hold them cause I stink of cigarettes. I love all the attention they give me. Pray that I will get the will-power to stop smoking. I will need it. Thank you all for the great replies. I really feel part of the family now. Cheryl ANN [Posted in FML issue 4580]