Sorry to post anonymously. You can guess where I live. It is somewhat difficult to get ferret food here, so my little buddy was getting along on high quality dry cat food. After reading many postings in the Ferret DIgest, I decided that this was not the best practice. I have obtained Marshall Farms food by an out of state trip, and the difference is fairly dramatic. Everything posted has been totally true for this ferret household. Poops are smaller, little guy actually eats less, is a little more peppy, and, best of all, no longer has a weight problem. Several weeks ago there was a posting of the names of the California Water, Park, and Wildlife committee along with addresses. Yesterday, I wrote email to all those who had an address listed. Unfortunately, all the addresses which started with "a" and a number came back. Can the poster check this information and reply to the digest? Lastly, I have a question. Does anyone know a good ferret vet in Fort Myers, Florida? We will be there in May, and I would like to locate someone before there is an urgent need. I have learned more than I ever thought possible from the FD. Keep up the good work. You have made a big difference in the life of one wonderful ferret. [Posted in FML issue 1889]