Yes, and the flu. They can also give them to us (humans) and get them FROM us. Treatment is usually just supportive, like with people. They also can give it to other ferrets too, unless kept seperate for awhile. take care, Gary & the gang of fur Timmy's web site=<http://www.concentric.net/~Gferret/> AOL "instant Message" ID=garyferret [Posted in FML issue 2085]