On February 8, 2008 a 3 month-old ferret that originated from Petco in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area was examined at a reliable vet with classic signs of distemper. The ferret was euthanized. The owner had stated the pet store told him Marshall Farms was having problems with distemper. In late January, a similar case was reported in a ferret originating from a small pet store in Hales Corners, WI. It subsequently died. Also in January, 2 additional cases were reported regarding ferrets originating form a Petland in the west Chicago suburbs. It is unclear where these ferrets may have contracted distemper, however if you've come into contact with any pet store ferrets you could be running the risk of bringing distemper home to your current ferrets. Please direct any questions to your veterinarian. Syd The Ferret Den www.theferretden.com "Where all ferrets are safe, spoiled and pampered" [Posted in FML 5909]