Hi All, The adopters that took in kits from Abby's litter (Miller rescue) continue to have problems with severe biting problems. One in particular is little Tikki who's behavior is almost identical to Abby's... I don't know what went on before I took in Abby and her litter but I did however witness first hand how Mrs. Miller handled her when she bit. I stood and watched as she slapped this ferret in the face and then slammed her in to the floor several times. I have no doubts that this behavior has been passed on genetically somehow to some of the kits. They are not all as bad, but little Tikki is causing her mom alot of grief. Abby (mom) is definitely mentally scarred by the abuse. Although she has come a long way, she is still nipping and when I hold her she begins to shiver which is always the precursory sign that a terrible bite is about to ensue. It's almost like something clicks in her little head at the touch of a human hand and she just starts gnawing and latching on as if she has no control over her actions...Little Tikki has inherited this very same trait. Anyone with advice? Would certainly be greatly appreciated. Kimberly Fox Somethin Up My Sleeve Ferret Rescue http://companiontalk.terrabox.com/SUMS-Rescue.html Pay Pal accepted for donations at this email address. http://companiontalk.terrabox.com/SUMS-tilesoflove.html Fundraiser page [Posted in FML 5861]