Hi Sandy, I may not be the only one to write you about this, and maybe your vet already told you this, but just in case-- I'm not an expert zoologist, but Toughy really, really sounds like a baby mink, not a ferret. Mink are a solid chocolate brown color, with a little white spot on their chin. It definitely sounds like you saved Toughy's life, but if she is a wild-born mink, she won't make a good house pet from what I've heard. I would take her to the nearest wildlife rehab, or call your local zoo or animal shelter to figure out where to take her. Kudos to you for taking the time out of your life and making personal sacrifices to save her! Regina -- plz send all replies to [log in to unmask], regardless of where this message appears to have originated... [Posted in FML issue 2312]