My new little girl Lady went to the vet on Friday. All the tests they did (for heartworms, a fecal float, etc.) turned out fine (negative), and she got her vaccs with no problem. I suspected adrenal gland disease because of a small amount of hair loss on the base of her tail that I noticed when I got her. Dr. K. confirmed this and started her on an experimental medication made from cow adrenal glands, among other things. We will give her that for a month and then see Dr. K. again. Since she is young and only in the very early stages of this disease, I would think it is safe to try this medication and see how it goes. I know I will have other options too if necessary. Besides, I trust Dr. K. Has anyone else ever used any meds like this for their ferrets? I don't know much about adrenal gland disease but now is the time to educate myself on it. LadyBug does not act sick at all. She gets along just great. A regular ferret! She has been playing with the boys some. I am still keeping them in separate cages because McKyle is being a little less gentlemanly than I'd hoped, but I do see a little improvement everyday, so I am hoping that soon all will be fine. Merlin accepted LadyBug right from the very start just like they'd been raised together. Dooks, everyone! --Rachelle, McKyle, Merlin, & LadyBug [Posted in FML issue 2573]