I have a male mischief-maker named Pixie who's about 3 and a half months old. He seems healthy enough; he eats Marshall's (and will not eat *anything* else), and he drinks plenty of water. I am at school for several hours during the week, and I work part time as well, so it's hard for me to find time to play with him as much as I'd like to. I'd estimate I play with at least one or two hours a night, and if I'm doing homework or the like, I always give him part of my attention. So I don't neglect him at all. I was wondering, though, is it normal for a ferret to sleep when I'm out of the room? I noticed that when I'm gone, he doesn't really amuse himself with all of his toys.(I spied on him) Is one bedroom enough space for him? Would it help if I invested in a "friend" for him? I assume it would, but then I wonder if it would be difficult to train them (litter-pan, nipping, etc.) I'm still having trouble with Pixie nipping and forgetting about his poo-poo box, but with a month-long break coming up, I'm hoping to spend more time with him and help him to become reacquainted. Any comments or advice from you wonderful veterans would be appreciated, as I want my baby to be happy :) Thanks a lot! Elizabeth & Pixie, the Bounty Hunter of Toes [Posted in FML issue 1403]