ECE and SHOWS - SHOWS are potential sources for ECE. ECE is highly contagious. One small infected particle can spread the virus. ECE may be deadly if not treated aggressively and promptly. Some participants may not be aware their ferrets had/have ECE. Here are some precautions to take if you go to shows. I can't guarantee they will keep you ECE free though. 1. Read over ECE FAQ and any other ECE info you have. Be prepared for the worst, just in case. 2. If you have ill or older ferrets at home you may want to reconsider going to a show. 3. Wear clothes, including shoes, that can all be washed after the show. Take a change of clothes including socks and shoes to change into BEFORE getting into your vehicle. Comb or brush your hair before changing clothes. Place worn clothes and brush in sealed plastic bag. Wash hands, arms, face and any other exposed skin. 4. Take a container of diluted bleach solution with you to walk through BEFORE getting into your vehicle. 5. When you get home, take shoes and socks off outside and scoot across the floor on a towel directly to the bathroom. This works on carpet too. Shower and wash every inch of your body including your hair as soon as you get home. Clean under your finger nails also. Put on a fresh change of clothes again. Put worn clothes in sealed plastic bag. Mop the floor with bleach solution from where you enter the house to bathroom before letting your ferrets have access to that area. If you have carpeting, vacuum carpets. Take plastic bags of clothes directly to washer and wash immediately. 6. Watch your ferrets closely for ECE symptoms. Hugs and best wishes to all. tle [Posted in FML issue 1834]