Hello All, I have to say I am new to the listing and have been lurking for about 3-4 weeks. I find it to be very interesting and educational. I had the pleasure of loving Baby for 7 years. He died last year. Six months after Baby, my cat (Baby's friend) died also. Baby was a lost ferret who came to me through a friend. I would love to have another fuzzy to love but unfortunately I now live in a state where that is illegal (S. CA) I have begun to write letters to everyone involved to help change this. But my question is, I would like to become involved with the helping of shelters. I am hoping there are some "informal" ones in the area. When it is an option I would like to get my fuzzy from a shelter instead of a pet store. Helping out whether it be donating time to clean cages or donating a few dollars I want to do whatever I can to help. If there is anyone that needs the help please let me know. Thanks for letting me lurk. TgD [Posted in FML issue 2519]