Hi Robin, We have had our share of food scoopers come into the shelter. What I have found works for us is to use a Crock Loc (or similar bowl) that attaches to the side of the cage. Attach it high enough so the ferret has to place his/her front paws on the side of the bowl. It makes it harder for them to scoop the food out. Of course, it upsets our residents pups - they don't get their special snack! Ferret hugs, Kathy Fritz, Executive Director Ferret Nook Shelter / Adoption Center IFC Co-Director www.ferretnook.org www.ferretcongress.org www.kritterkoncepts.net/store [Posted in FML 6215]