Well it happened again...after losing Hannah a while back I vowed I wouldn't get another ferret. Holly has been going on with things and spends more time sleeping than ever. Then we saw this little "black bear cub" in the pet store. Talk about a riot! He doesn't bite (ok, the usual toe fetish but that's instinct, no?), and likes to cuddle..and ..and We hope you'll join us in welcoming Tucker!! So far, Holly has been doing her part to introduce him to the household (what a dominant little wench!) but he is doing great. Couple questions...he was listed as a sable but I can't remember if there is a true "Chocolate" color? His face and body past the front shoulders, and his hind end, and almost black! He does have a white mask but that's about the only lighter area. His back behind the shoulders is a bit lighter but still very dark. Could someone provide a list of "approved" colors? Does this exist? Does anyone have any tricks that work for introducing new members to a dominant one? I've done this 3 times now and it has only gone smoothly once! Holly really gets an attitude. So far she has nailed Tucker twice and dragged him around, but she has also turned tail and hid a few times. They are in separate cages from now until I can have a few more socialization lessons. One last question concerning food: are the ferret chows much better than high quality cat food? I've read what I can find on this and would like to hear opinions from those with more experience...I've only been at this game since 1987 (addicting isn't it?). Haven't developed any nicknames yet but I'm sure they'll follow soon. Scott BTW, Tucker is 3 for 4 on the kitchen litter box..maybe he could teach Holly a trick or two. [Posted in FML issue 1387]