Dear Carol, I will keep Samson in my prayers. I know you are doing the best you can for him, and I'm sure he appreciates it. Work closely with your Vet. Sometimes we do not understand the why of things, but, it seem Samson is getting the best care he can. Be of good faith, Samson still has the will to eat. Hope I am the Guardian of Hope. If you know a ferret in need and prayers or good wishes will help ease the pain, please let us know. Send us a note with the information and we will send our very best prayers or good thoughts in Hopes that the warm power of love will surround and comfort the precious little one - and the hoomans who loves them. [Posted in FML issue 4942]