Hello: To those of you who offered to help convince companies to insure ferrets, I have not forgotten about any of you. I have a list of everyone who e-mailed me that was interested in helping. However, I apologize that I haven't been in touch with you to let you know what is going on! I am still waiting for a couple of companies to contact me regarding their policies. I want to have the most recent info they have, so we can call/write to them sounding informed and convincing. Since my shelter is about to move (we're opening a new branch of PFRA in Boyertown, PA, on June 1) I would assume that shortly after that date we'll move ahead. This is also due to the Kodo situation; I am not only trying to gather funds for him but now I am also researching Pennsylvania law. I was told we have an automatic kill and test policy here, and I intend to do something about it. (HEY PENNSYLVANIANS OUT THERE: does anyone already have a copy of the laws concerning ferrets in Pa? It would save me some research time. Also, have any of you already tried to change the law here? Maybe a combined effort among PA shelters would be good?) Anyway. Back to the insurance thing: I do need something from one of you out there. I need a veterinarian (or someone that works in a vet's office and has a good relationship with a vet) who can provide me with some data to provide to insurance companies. They are, after all, a business, and they are most concerned with the bottom dollar. CALLING ALL VETS: how can we convince pet insurers that ferrets would be a wise addition to their policies? How does the difference in lifespan/medical problems of ferrets compare to dogs and cats in dollars and cents, and how do we pose that to an insurance company? Please e-mail me directly with the subject "vet data on ferret insurance." THANKS! So, don't forget about me, I haven't about you. We'll get this insurance thing changed (I'm sure it's easier than changing state laws, anyway...) Hey, I'm looking for someone: Is there a HANS OR KIM DANZIGER (sp?) out there? Email me...we have a friend in common! Kymberlie Becker Director, Pennsylvania Ferret Rescue Association "Forget Puppy Love...There's nothing Greater than Ferret Love!" TM http://home.sprynet.com/sprynet/ferretlady [Posted in FML issue 1932]