Hello group! My ferret has always been an ichy little guy, no fleas and a bath every two weeks (it was every 10 days but he is neutered and decented). My question is conserning a small abrasion he developed on his left shoulder. It isn't very big ( half the size of a dime ). But he won't leave it alone!! My Vet says a little antibiotic ointment and to keep it covered, she recommend- ed a tiny sock slipped over his shoulders (after removing the 'toe' first... <giggle>...he's going to look pretty silly). I'm going to give it a try tonight but why did he get a 'boo-boo'? He's in his cage during the day but remains free from 6pm until 6am. Do ferrets commonly 'pick' at a scab like a dog does?? Is bathing him every 14 days too often? <sigh> It really bothers me to see him injured. What can I do so it won't occur again. Thanks, Deb in NH and Pauly ("What do you mean leave it alone...it ITCHES") [Posted in FML issue 0967]