Hi >First question: does anyone else have a ferret with asthma and out of >curiosity, what medical protocols do others follow for treatment of ferret >asthma? While I do not have a ferret who suffers from asthma, I experience this problem myself. My recommendation? Remove as many allergens from his environment as possible. Do not use scented laundry detergents or fabric softeners, carpet powders or sprays, ferret shampoos or conditioners. Switch to an allergen free litter like Care Fresh (available at some larger pet stores). Launder his bedding at least once per week, and be sure that his cage and play space is as dust free as possible. Vacuum and dust these areas frequently and/or wash down the floors. Use a damp rag for dusting rather than a dry one or a feather duster. Keep his room humid but not overly so- you might want to look into a room-sized humidifier. Just be sure to keep it out of ferret reach! Change your furnace filter on a regular basis to keep from blowing dust and allergens through the house. Consider air-conditioning his living quarters in warmer weather. Best wishes, Gina Hart/Sage Ferrets visit the Sage Ferrets web site at http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/1122 Don't miss the Three Rivers Ferret Show! March 13th, 1999 Oakmont, PA http://trfn.clpgh.org/trfc/Show.shtml [Posted in FML issue 2542]