Snowy did it! Mr. Robert Jarmain has FINALLY been charged with cruelty to animals (ferrets) because of Snowy! I feel on top of the world! We have fought so hard and long for this moment and I couldn't be happier! I'm still urging you all to write to the London Criminal court in support of this case. If they see how much we stick together they will see how much we love our ferrets. Mr. Jarmain's 1st appearance is March 2, 1999! Here is a form letter you can use. London Criminal Court c/o Prosecutor's office PO BOX 5600 Term. A London, Ontario NIA 2P3 Canada. Dear Sir, I am writing in support of the SPCA and the Ferret Aid Society's case against Mr. Robert Jarmain of Mount Brydges, Ontario, Canada. His 1st appearance on cruelty charges is set for March 2, 1999. Last year I was horrified to learn that Mr. Jarmain was in possession of over 60 ferrets who were left in small wooden boxes in the snow, had their K-9 teeth cut out and were not given water or adequate food. The Ferret Aid Society with the help of the London HS got 30 such ferrets out of Mr. Jarmain's care and into veterinary care and later permanent, safe homes. This year, to see him yet again with more ferrets just makes me angry. The other animals in his care sadden me too. In my opinion, I don't think Mr. Jarmain should be allowed to own animals ever again. Mr. Jarmain has also admitted to members of the Ferret Aid Society that he inflicts pain on these creatures and that even though the SPCA has ordered him not to have ferrets in his care, he will continue to keep them and hide them from their grasp. I, a ferret lover and animal lover alike, urge you to help to put a stop to this man's animal obsession and prevent cruelty to these and other animals in his care now and in the future. Sincerely, [ Please include also your address and phone number in case they should wish to contact you. Some places will consider letters not permissible, or even 'hoax' letters unless they can contact the person who wrote the note to confirm they did write it] The Ferret Aid Society http://home.echo-on.net/~magick Harley T-shirts are here! $36 US $46 Can. for a beautifully embroidered Harley T. http://www.igive.com/html/ssi.cfm?cid=1383&mid=43897 click here to raise funds for the ferrets, just by using your mouse! [Posted in FML issue 2560]