Hello David, I saw your posts and I'm sorry about your brother having health issues. I understand that under this circumstances it must be hard for you to find time to go search for Vinnie. I have the following idea - you mention the lumber yard staff sees him all the time - would it be possible that you ask any of them to please watch the traps everyday and let you know as soon as they get Vinnie? If Vinnie is there all the time, I think it's just a matter of time until he gets into the traps. Please don't leave Vinnie in the lumber yard to fend for himself. He may be a very skilled ferret and know how to hunt for food, but what will happen if he gets hurt or if a dog attacks him? He's a little guy and the world is so big... Vinnie needs you. I pray that Vinnie will find his way back to you safe and sound - Hope, can you please pray for Vinnie's return as well? Best wishes, Alicia - owned by Matilda, Mateo & Lucas [Posted in FML issue 5113]