First things first -- Barb, my deepest sympathies on your loss. It always makes me sad to read those messages. About the flea problem -- I am not the best one to answer exactly which products are best for ferrets (I know they, like cats, are sensitive), so I'll leave that to Dr. Williams (or Dr. Brown if she's still on), but I did want to mention that the most likely reason your having trouble keeping rid of them is that unfortunately treating just the bedding's not enough. If your little one runs all over the house like most of ours do, then there are almost definitely adults and/or at least eggs and pupa (which are very resistant) in your carpet, and that's why they keep coming back. It is very important to treat the whole environment, paying special attention to under beds and under chairs and things in carpeted areas. Again, you should ask your vet for the best products to protect your furry. Sorry for the redundant question in my last posting -- I was reading some issues I hadn't gotten to yet and wasn't patient enough -- should have waited to see if it was answered in a more current posting first. One last thing -- Rochelle -- you read my mind! Ever since I've started hearing all these theories on which ferrets get sick more often and at earlier ages, I have been intending as soon as I get out into practice to keep track of every ferret I see and actually formulate some stats. Your survey could be a good start to something like that if you get enough answers. Guess I'm finally done commenting for now! Laura L'Heureux Kupkee, Trella, and Tribble [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 0945]