"Wolfysluv" suggested that I post this to the FML, as it further explained my feelings and actions on the topic discussed. I apologize to `Jules`, if my first, short post seemed harsh, but with much dialogue between myself and at least two very knowlegeble sources, Good Sources, I further under stand Jules` post. Her it is: ----- Original Message ----- From: john rich To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2004 9:15 PM Subject: Re: Jules Just a follow-up,- My local non-chain pet store, `JVPets`, has stopped selling Ferrets because of this practice of some Breeders shipping kits too young, and the surgical practices of these `mills` at too young an age. This was partly due to my urging, as one of the employees, maybe with the same GOOD opinions as Jules, does my grooming for the fuzzies. But unlike Jules, she took a stand and vehemently urged her boss to stop their sale. If they hadn`t, she probably would not be there today! Nor would I patronize them anymore! Thanks for the chance to explain myself, as my letter about Jules was meant to be short & sweet, i.e.- a summary of my opinion. Also, I am upset at losing my furrbutts at an early age, because of other`s business practices! I love them, and want them to live the longest, healthiest lives that is attainable! thank you! john. jdr. ----- Original Message ----- From: [log in to unmask] To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2004 5:11 PM Subject: Re: Jules In a message dated 9/2/2004 2:50:33 PM Eastern Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes: Hi. Her post seemed to always end with the problems pet store owners face in buying `too young` kits. Should she support the accepting of under-age because of her job? She said some very true things about this `real world` practice, but always ended with "what are we to do"? --Okay, I see. I always like being careful and make sure that I"m not missing something. Ya know? I worry that I might miss something in peoples character. Especially being just online with some of these people, I like to especially leary. So I asked to keep an open mind for myself. Thanks for answering me on this. I didn`t intend to flame her, just possibly take a stand, as the SHOP-OWNERS should do. We know the problem, what`s the solution? She AND I surely don`t know! But taking the attitude of that`s business life, is no answer. john. jdr. --- I see what you are saying, and you are right. However you did come across very harsh, you really did. I think things like this should be debated, especially if opinions are strong. I see nothing wrong with passion, but I never like seeing things start to degererate into an argument where nothing really gets solved, ya know? I was worried this might turn into that. Because this very issue does need to be debated and discussed until solutions are found. I like what that Alicia has done for her state. I mean, no the ferrets aren't sold as late as we'd all like to see them sold, but it's a great first step. One that possibly saves lives. One that also doesnt' put shop owners on the spot (because lets face it, owners are in for profit and too many of them only think of this). Slowly passing laws state by state is on possibly solution. I think it might not have been so if things were gone over and talked over and over through the years ya know? Thanks for writing. See you the FML. Wolfy http://wolfysluv.jacksnet.com [Posted in FML issue 4625]