I'm not going to get into too much detail here. others that were
involved can talk more about it if they want. However. in 2001 a
shelter in Utah run by Jen Morrison was shut down. She was hording
ferrets. around 261 were removed from her 2 bedroom condo. in
unspeakable conditions. Some of the ferrets didn't make it.

She was given a slap on the wrists and told not to do that again. She
"served" her probation period. but I believe she never gave up the
shelter. she just got a little more clever about it. She never lost
her 503 charity status either.

Anyways. I want you all to be aware that she has renamed the shelter
she operates: Utah Critter Sanctuary Ferret-Parrot Rescue Shelter Inc

http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/UT22.html

If you are going to adopt from an individual, shelter or even a pet
store. talk to them. investigate. visit their "place of business". See
for yourself what the ferret is living in and how all the ferrets there
are treated. If you find that it's not safe or a risk for the ferrets
than take action to help. This also goes for boarding your ferrets or
any animal with someone. Visit them first. make sure you feel safe with
the place before you decide to leave your "baby" in their hands..

Merry Christmas and have a great holiday season

(please feel free to cross-post)

Joanne Ruffner Ferret Corner Shelter
www.geocities.com/ferretcorneraz

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