Catherine Mallette ask for suggestions on cleaning the plastic tunnel tubes. Have you tried cleaning them with vinegar water. Since vinegar is a natural disinfectant, it is safe for your ferrets and does a great job in cutting the oil from their skin. If you don't want to use vinegar (I use the white vinegar) you might want to try baking soda and Dawn detergent. Hope this helps, Kathy Fritz, Executive Director Ferret Nook Shelter/Adoption Center Cambridge, WI 53523 (608) 423-3315 [log in to unmask] www.ferretnook.org www.petfinder.com/shelters/WI115.html www.kritterkoncepts.net - One stop shopping for all your ferret(s) needs! [Posted in FML issue 5324]