Hello! It's me again. I have a confusing question for which there are equally good sides and explanations -- that's why I am confused. I am not trying to be a flame or troll (whatever it's called!) and start a fight, that's why I ask that you personally eMail me back so there isn't an argument betweeen the readers of the FML. I am looking for answers from vets and experienced pet owners whose pets have lived 7+ years under these circumstances. My question is: Should a ferret be descented? I have read that not descenting can cause anal scent gland blockages. But I have ALSO read that descenting is unecessary and can cause problems. Will a ferret smell more if not descented? Is it necessary? Is it safer to descent or not to descent? Thanks for taking the time to answer this. I am more confused than ever on this subject, and want to do everything right so that my future fuzzie lives a long, healthy, and happy life. --------------------------------------------------------- Get Your *Web-Based* Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com --------------------------------------------------------- [Posted in FML issue 1716]