>I have noticed that my ferrets are embarrassed when you see them in the >litterbox. They seem to want to do their stuff unobserved, just like you >and me. The process of eliminating leaves an animal vulnerable for a >moment, which is why I think it is instinctual to want to do it unobserved. If you want a laugh: I walked into my son's room where the ferret stays and he was using the litter box. I actually said excuse me out of reflex and averted my eyes. I think he was greatful. Tom [Posted in FML issue 1729]