Lysodren is less expensive than surgery, and in my opinion, is better than doing nothing at all. Perhaps on the adoption process, if someone is interested in adopting an adrenal fuzzie then they can pay up front for the surgery directly to the vet clinic and you could waive the adoption fee. Then after the ferret has recovered from surgery they can go on to their new family. We do place possible adrenal fuzzies only after the new family is aware of the possible medical problem and is willing to take care of it. I can fully understand the financial burdon, that's why I have 6 credit cards. Hugs. tle [Posted in FML issue 2135]