Yes, Butch is still coughing. We have now been to three vets for a total of 5 visits, tried three antibiotics, and we still cough. The good news is that this last vet referred me to a ferret specialist. As he watched me talk and play with Butch and Maggie, (I brought her along for moral support for Butch) he commented on how much I loved them and cared about them. I guess he could see that price wasn't an issue here so he referred me to a specialist. It could be allergies, it could be anything. There has been a discussion of doing a tracheal wash to obtain a sample of what might be down there. Anyone have any experience with this? I know they put they under and being a new parent I'm really nervous about all this. I would take time off from work to stay with him while he recuperates. I would like to be prepared in advance so I can help him prepare for the best recovery possible. Yes, I am jumping the gun here but I know everyone here understands. If any of you can give me any feedback I would appreciate it! Thanks for all the support! Connie, Butch, (oh no, I thought the thermometer was bad enough, now just?) and Maggie (I'm not coughing, no sir, no coughing for me) [Posted in FML issue 2863]