Hi Chris; Just to bring you up to date. Dixie died about 2 months ago. I guess that you could call the cause of death "6 year old female convience kit, tumors on the adreanal gland/insulimia syndrome". Marcy, my s.o., who I happen to be marrying Saturday, used to be a vet tech and so we had a syringe in the fridge ready for when it was time. When Dixie went into convulsions and started screaming, Marcy put her to sleep. We probably let it go on longer then we should have. Dixie was almost completely bald and slept all but 1/2 an hour a day. Until we gave her sugar, she wouldn't even be able to move. The vet had said after her operation that she would probably get better for a few months and then go down hill. I plan on getting another ferret early next year. Maybe a male this time. I will try to get one from a reputable breeder this time or maybe adopt an adult. The real reason for this message is that I'm getting laid off tomorrow due to a plant closing so I will need to be taken off the list temporarily. I have a new job lined up for when I get back from my honeymoon. If I can get net access from the new place, I will drop you a line with my new address. Thanks, Keith [Posted in FML 0188]