> From: [log in to unmask] (Michael Flaster) > Subject: I'm discouraged... > > Anyway, please write, post, and tell me that ferrets actually like > people... Also, *any* recommendations for a place to get (gentle) > ferrets, within 200 miles of Long Island, that you've actually been to, > would be *greatly* appreciated... I won't drag out this reply too much, but in short, your weekend -was- an aberration. Ferrets do like people. Just like for other pets, less-than-optimal treatment and training will lead to a less-social ferret. (YMMV -- Your Mustelid May Vary -- but in general ferrets are no more vicious than dogs or cats, and often a good bit friendlier.) I don't know of any small breeders in your area, but I can recommend Path Valley Farms, a bit west of Harrisburg, PA. They're very big, but also very friendly -- a woman there came to work on a Sunday afternoon to let us play with a dozen or so kits for an hour before we finally chose one. Rusty, the cinnamon we got from them, is just the cuddliest fellow, and never needed much nip-training at all. (No flames, please. I know Path Valley neuters their ferets earlier than would be ideal, and they descent them too. But on the other hand, they also breed and train them to be friendly and gentle, which is especially important for ferrets headed for pet stores.) - Pam [log in to unmask] Ferret FAQ now shipping -- write me for your free copy! [Posted in FML issue 0894]