Deb- Those yawns aren't boredom or agitation.... it's a physical reaction to the petting that no one can really explain. Wierd, huh? Don't take it personally! Remember that ferrets sleep on average 18-20 hours per day, more probably if they're bored. But they do like lots of stimulation, and I'm sure a second ferret would be great company for Brae- it's why we got Jasper for Taz (and Baxter for Jasper... but I digress). And really, two is no more work and twice as much fun!! (I'm sure you can come up with your own reasons for ferret math :-)) Ariel Jasper, Taz and Baxter