I'm new to this list, but I've noticed here and in other areas that a lot of people have problems with their ferrets getting sick (either seriously or slightly). I've had my ferret (Pixie-sable female) for 3 years, and she's never had more than a slight sniffle. I'm wondering if the fact that we don't take her outside, and that we only have the one, makes a difference. I've thought about getting another, but I think she would be jealous at first, and when she got over it, she would rely less on us and more on the other ferret for entertainment and companionship. Anyone else think that one ferret is the ideal number? Debbie [Posted in FML issue 2115]