I am posting this with several questions on the London ferret rescue-- perhaps someone can clear these up. While initially I was applauding the efforts -- and basically I still do-- I have begun to question several facets of this operation. IF the SPCA was involved -- then why on earth can anyone justify paying for the ferrets from this breeder-- who had them all in severe conditions of compromised health??? If the SPCA was interested and did acknowledge a neglectful keeping-- especially when teeth have been broken off and infections setting in-- then WHY-- would any monetary exchange be required. This breeder should go straight to jail-- that's the way I FEEL! Another question I have to ask is WHY are these ferrets crossing the border for US homes / shelters? The US has enough in shelters-- in some places some waiting to get into shelters-- yet I understand Canadian folks have been denied trying to adopt etc. and are waiting because these ferrets will find homes in the US??.. Excuse me, something seems a bit amiss. Can someone tell me why if US shelters need assistance and US shelter ferrets need homes-- WHY a US resident would prefer to help a ferret in Canada??-- when Canadians are being told they have to wait until the US folks get theirs?? I am sure the Randy is doing what she can and what she feels is right here-- but I still have questions on this whole affair. Perhaps I am missing a point or two and someone can enlighten me? Thanks , alicia another shelter MOM [Posted in FML issue 2176]