In response to the concern about the ferret that harrasses the other animals. I have one ferret OSCAR, a silver yorkie, long haired dachsahund and a schnauzer. Each one of these dogs if they wanted could take on Oscar and spit him out but they do not. They allow him to ride on their backs until they cry! Chase them around the house, in the yard, under the beds, he rules this house. I too feel sorry for the dogs when I on occasion hear them yelp. They are bigger, larger teethe and could turn around on him at anytime. Why they don't I guess I will never understand! My dogs have lived in my home for five and six years. OSCAR, seven months! ( I guess they know how much mom really loves Oscar) They even share the bed some nights with the dogs and me. Oscar likes to sleep close. Sometimes I wake up and the dogs are on top of me, making sure I know they are still there. On another note, I read so many post about sick babies and understand this is the place to come when you need a prayer or advice. Do any FML readers have ferrets that die of old age? Is there anyone out there that has a kid up in age and in good health? I would like to hear back. I have only had one ferret and I know no one that has ever had one. Thanks for listening. I love being a ferrets mom. Carol and Oscar ferret [Posted in FML issue 2306]