I got a new companion for my 3 year old boy Calvin and it took 6 weeks before they could be together. From the advice I received from you folks on the FML I heard that it could take up to 3 months. I did have to have a second cage and we let them out seperately, I also alternately switched their cages so they got used to each others scent. It was all worth it -when it looked so impossible. Now they play and romp and usually are best buds. Be prepared to spend some time making this work. I felt the same way about not infringing on my Calvin he was an only ferret for 2.5 years. Eunice Keely Calvin and Gypsy [Posted in FML issue 2645]