Passed Away:
December 19, 2011

Martha is a sweet girl and we'll tell you more about her as we get to know her. We do know she is crazy about Ferretone.

Passed Away:
December 17, 2011

Coquette came to us with P'tit Gris. She was having a blast since she was surrendered but as of last year, she seems to be showing underlying medical issues. For this reason, she is now a permanent resident. She seems happy and healthy for the time being, though she recently lost her cagemate, P'tit Gris.

Passed Away:
December 1, 2011

Phin and Sydney are a cool pair and were much loved by their previous mum. Phin is relaxed and makes a lovely scarf while his human counterparts putter around. As Phin is content to flop on the ground in the position of laziness, Sydney is digging, playing, snorkelling, hiding toys and nibbling on toes. A lovely compliment to Phin's more sloth-like approach to life. This pair must remain together.

Passed Away:
November 18, 2011

Frank was unabashedly and exuberantly ferret! No nook or cranny left unexplored, no mischief left untried! Rice boxes were fun but dirt was better - those plants just made if more interesting. His arrival prompted a re-evaluation of ferret proofing when, in his first week, he managed to climb unto a table and singe his whiskers in a candle, slice open his nose on a tin can lid while sorting through the recycling bin and fall into a toilet bowl while trying to imitate his beloved Maggie who drinks out of the toilet with panache. Frank is the reason that the rubber ends of door stops have been removed from every door in my house and the reason dogs find my shoes so fascinating when I take them off at someone's door - Frank would wait for my shoes or slippers to come off in the evening and then climb right in and roll around in them - the inside of my sneakers always smells like ferret! Always too busy for cuddles Frank saved his softer side for Margaret - she alone was worthy of his kisses especially when she was ill and he snuggled and fretted over her like a little old man. Taken from us far too soon by aggressive cancer he will be greatly missed but also remembered for his joyful spirit. Travel safely little man and say hello to all my other babies at the bridge (I just know you are going to run right up to Taz and stick your butt in her face until she screams but then it would not be you if you said hello any other way!) I promise to take good care of Margaret for you.

Passed Away:
November 18, 2011

Sweet Powder. You were only with us a very short period of time but showed us your cuddly nature and sweetness right away. Untreated adrenal and likely, underlying lymphoma, led the way to an early, and unexpected end after a short stay. Rest assured though, that there are many friends for you to meet on the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
November 5, 2011

Hershey and Snickers are equally sweet as their names imply. Both are energetic and curious, nice natured with other ferrets. Hershey is a larger then average hob, a gentle giant. This pair has been together for the past nine months so would do well together or with other ferrets. Must be adopted together.

Passed Away:
October 28, 2011

Well my old friend. You romped and ran and had a pretty darn good time till the ripe ol' age of 9. who da' thought you would do it?! You were such a shy boy when you first arrived, startling as the slightest noise or disturbance. You developed adrenal, like they all do, "but hey..", you thought, "...who cares?!", and just kept right on playing. You were soft and robust and healthy and then within a short period of time, you became ill and your foster mum and dad had to say goodbye. We are all sad, but you know, you had it pretty good with us for 5 wonderful years and we know you still have enough sass left over to cause trouble on the rainbow bridge. Say 'hey' to Gwen for us! See you in time sweet, soft friend!

Passed Away:
October 19, 2011

Well Behaved Real Canadian Ferrets.

Passed Away:
October 6, 2011

P'tit Gris arrived to us a few years back. He was surrendered with Coquette and they were a nice pair. They went their separate ways when Coquette became ill. He stayed relatively content and healthy despite having adrenal and a deslorin implant. He and his old cagemate were reunited this summer when her health had improved and he enjoyed showing her all his favourite toys and sleepy spots. His favourite passtime, nipping his foster parents for attention. Sadly, this fall, he became ill, for real this time, and the very difficult decision to say goodbye was made. He will wait for Coquette on the Rainbow bridge, and though his foster parents would never want to admit it, they will miss 'sharkface' afterall!

Passed Away:
September 16, 2011

Archie and Buddy came to us at a year of age. They were fun and active and got along with everyone! We always felt bad that such a nice pair of ferrets was not getting adopted. Thankfully, they found a loving, forever foster home. Archie enjoyed his new-found friends and freedom and had a blast while it lasted. His foster family had sensed that something was brewing and within a few months, despite duck soup and a little extra TLC, Archie developed an aggressive lymphoma which made him very ill, very quickly, within a 24 hour period. We had to say our goodbye's as it was the right thing to do for such a nice boy. He will be missed.....

Passed Away:
September 1, 2011

Mavie...what can we say about you except that you were cherished and loved and a welcome addition to our homes! You came to us bouncing like Tigger and enriched our lives with your antics and personality. You had your time with Willy Wonka, agreeing to disagree in your love/hate relationship that was always entertaining to say the least. When he was gone, you were just not open to any other ferrety friends but loved everything else 2-legged and 4! As with all our old friends, your time had come. We said our goodbyes quietly and I let you go. You'll likely be tormenting all the other ferrets over the rainbow bridge, and we would expect nothing less. We love you!

Passed Away:
August 29, 2011

Ivory spent her foster days being loved and having fuzzy friends to snuggle with. Despite being on prednisone for over a year for insulinoma, Ivory seemed content and happy, puttering around and eating her twice daily duck soup. Blessedly, she didn't suffer long as she was only found ill the one morning that her foster home had to say their goodbyes. She will meet her old cagemate Fleecy over the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
August 26, 2011

This happy little man is an "energizer bunny"! He LOVES to play and doesn't care much for cuddles, he just doesn't have time for them! Isn't much for socializing with others, they scare him, but will tolerate being in the same room as them. Had a rough go at first but is now back to his old self and loving his duck soup.

Passed Away:
August 21, 2011

Sambo was a rescue as per his previous owners so we're guesstimating his age. This ferret was gorgeous! He and Monty were big and fun and kept any foster home hopping. Sambo seemed healthy and happy and within a few days became ill and passed away. He has devastated his foster dad but is survived by his wonderful, robust cagemate. His energy and silly nature will be missed.

Passed Away:
August 21, 2011

This sweet, lovable boy is a ladies man. Well, maybe more like a lady chaser :) He loves to squeeze in to any sleepy spot with the girls and cuddle. Wherever they go, he follows. He eats anything and everything and took to duck soup immediately.

Passed Away:
August 8, 2011

My little Spitz-a-ma-doody. This little spitfire came to me after finding her in a pet store, hours away from euthanasia for her ability to bite and hold onto flesh like a pitbull. I felt the bite just once to learn my lesson and spent the rest of her life, giving TLC and love and teaching her to enjoy handling. She had her moments but for all intents and purposes, was rehabilitated. She was the last of my beloved crew I had to let go due to age and illness and may very well have made me the saddest. She was all tenacity and grit and I loved her for it. She will be so desperately missed and will be with all her cagemates over the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
August 2, 2011

Dexter was a sweet ferret, got along with everyone, loved to play and won everyone's heart over that he met. We were hoping for a forever foster home and he became suddently ill and failed within 2 days to the point we had to make the difficult decision to say goodbye and let him go. This guy will be missed and left us too early. Gary will watch over him over the rainbow bridge......

Passed Away:
July 26, 2011

In a yearbook, Sonny would have been voted ?best liked? and ?most likely to succeed? ? he got along with every ferret he met and no adventure ever seemed too much for him. In his youth, Sonny was a hefty little quarterback with a heart of gold. He was also an intrepid climber of bookshelves, unpacker of boxes and a just-watch-my-mojo dancer to ukelele music. His pastimes included cleaning a friend?s ear (ferret or human), sleeping in awkward positions and cleaning his teeth on any piece of Velcro he could lay a paw on. He also loved a good romp with another ferret and once placed 2nd in tube racing at a ferret frolic. Sonny taught us that crinkly paper was the true spirit of Christmas, and dutifully posed for photos with Santa every year. When our (human) baby appeared, Sonny gingerly investigated shrieks of delight and was more tolerant than he should have been to the occasional pull of the tail. Thrilled that so many colourful, crinkly, rattling objects were now left about on the floor, Sonny quickly achieved ?official toy tester? status in our house. In toddler parlance, Sonny was known as ?dee-dee?, and was fed many treats from chubby and eager fingers. As he grew older, Sonny became a promiscuous snuggler, ready to share a sleep sack or lap with anyone. We?ll miss you dearly Sonny, but we know you?ll be leading the way to improperly closed garbage bins, nibbling bits of lord-knows-what off the floor, dooking about with Sniff and snuggling with Aiden across the rainbow bridge. Sonny crossed over peacefully on July 26th in the wee hours of the morning.

Passed Away:
July 23, 2011

Taz My bright eyed little beauty you were the embodiment of the "Dance like know one is watching philosophy"! How you loved to run... with maximum effort and unsurpassed enthusiasm you never knew or cared that you weren't really the fastest little ferret in the world or how your efforts made us laugh and smile. The fact that you loved treats and soup so much you had a slightly pear shaped figure may have slowed you down a bit but it only made you more beautiful. Feisty and vocal in defense of anything you considered your own and consistent in your objections to Frank's approach to saying hello by pushing his butt up against your face you were also the den mother and self appointed caretaker of the sick, the frail and the tiny in the house. I'll always remember how when PB&J came home you herded and hovered making sure they were safe and used your body curled around them to keep them separate from the big boys in the ferret pile. Even when they came back to visit and they were twice your size you still treated those boys like they were your babies. I think you knew Toby was sick before I did - you stayed so close to him that final night and the next morning instead of your usual dash down the stairs it seemed you tried to duplicate his morning routine - asking to be picked up and settling down for a snuggle in my lap... you couldn't help it if it just wasn't in your nature to stay there long. Be well again my darling; go find Wiley and Toby. Run to your heart's content and then find a rice box and make that rice fly, then curl up with your friends and sleep peacefully.

Passed Away:
July 19, 2011

This sweet kid was only recently surrendered and has not been with us long enough. He had been a rescue a year or so ago and then that family had to let him go because of allergies. When he came into our care, it was obvious there was something going on, as there was a mass on his lower abdomen and related medical issues. He slipped away quietly this morning, loved and cuddled.......

Passed Away:
July 18, 2011

Sweet little Ozzy passed away peacefully in my arms after a sudden and dramtic decline in his health. A large mass was found in his abdomen and after a spending a few days in emergency care with no improvement, I made the very difficult decision to let this little angel cross the rainbow bridge. Ozzy was my very first ferret and opened my heart and home up to this amazing bunch of wacky and fantastic critters. Ozzy will forever be remembered as the "original fuzz" and will be profoundly missed by mom, dad and all your ferret pals.

Passed Away:
July 16, 2011

Buzz was a cool guy with his cagemate and pal, Squirt. He had been dealing with ongoing medical issues and recently had not been doing as well and seemed uncomfortable. His loving mum knew it was time to make a decision and she made the right one. He will be missed so much but she knows he will wait on the rainbow bridge for her. Sleep well sweet friend.....

Passed Away:
June 28, 2011

What a shy little boy...found cold and terrified and turned in. His big, beautiful eyes were sure to win the hearts of anyone to look into them...and sure enough, he was adopted almost immediately!

Passed Away:
June 22, 2011

Juliette was a sweet girl. She had finally found a forever foster home after being returned from a successful adoption because a member of the human family had died. Sadly, she developed an aggressive insulinoma, and despite pred, duck soup and tons of TLC, lost her battle with the disease. She is survived by her cagemate Spike and will wait for him on the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
June 21, 2011

Spunkmeyer was a kick ass little ferret. When we first met him, he was a little black furry flying ball of energy. We?d put him on the bed and tickle him, and he would take flying leaps towards you, paws outstretched, mouth open in a big joyful ferret grin.

He was a smart ferret. He would balance on his hind legs for a treat, and together we practiced roll over and shake-a-paw. He was so sweet when he?d eagerly grab your fingertips with his front paws. He had soft thick black fur, dark eyes, and sweet white ears. You could spot him across a room watching you, by his his little pink & white ears.

He loved to go outside for walks. He?d bounce through the grass in happiness. In our old apartment, sometimes I'd let him nip out the door and hop down the hallway. He would dook and dance and prance, and do his best to streak by me to the elevators.

Whenever he was awake he?d come seek me out, see what I was up to, perhaps beg for a treat. While I was washing dishes, he would lie across my feet like a cuddly footwarmer. My favourite time was early morning when I would wake up the ferrets, and give Spunkmeyer a back rub while he groomed my arm hair up then down. He enjoyed our company so very much, and we enjoyed him.

We miss our smart, joyful, friendly little guy. You are forever in our hearts; thank you Spunkmeyer.

Passed Away:
June 16, 2011

Bruiser was always, what we lovingly referred to, as 'voluptuous'. He was always sweet and cuddly, playful and silly. He was the perfect ferret. Over the years, we had some scares...some might recall the pinkyfinger-sized hairball he had surgically removed...Bruiser was known by many locally as a ferret embassador, attending a number of functions and special events. He was seen on TV with me advertising an upcoming Frolic or in the local paper, helping me by sleeping on my speech at the table of a city council meeting about ferrets as therapy animals on OC transpo buses. Bruiser was every child's favourite ferret in amoungst the pile of cute and fuzzy fosters. I have him in a wedding photo with me, posing as always for the best angles to highlight his robust frame. Sadly, everything wonderful will change and age and Bruiser's time had arrived. He was just over 7 years old and battling unseen evils, one of which was insulinoma. I knew that to wait too long, would be unkind and hurt my beloved companion more. To replace him seems an impossible task, though I continue to be surrounded by sweet faces and fuzzbutt kisses galor. Sleep kind friend.....you will be missed.....

Passed Away:
June 11, 2011

Jojo is still a ball of energy, the other foster can't seem to keep-up with her level of play. It's hard to believe she's over 6years old! A real rice box lover, and wrestler. When she has her cuddle moments, she loves to share them with her four, and two legged, companions and can be found all curled-up in a ferret pile.

Passed Away:
May 19, 2011

Our grampa Nic is nine year old! All gray and grizzled, a bit stiff with arthritis, he has cataracts, but his eyes are still bright. He's a lone ferret, and likes it that way. Nic loves to play with the pom-pom on a string, rolling the front mat to be a carpet shark, and he'll try to get the socks off your feet. He's missing a few teeth, but still has a good bite! Grampa loves his food, he is the heaviest ferret here, and it's mostly muscle too! He snores and farts, and we just love him to bits!

Passed Away:
May 16, 2011

Rosie came from the Trois-Rivieres Humane Society, all bald and skinny. She's about three years old, and has a bright spirit. She loves to play, and quickly bonded with her brothers ans sisters in foster care. She received an implant for her adrenal disease, and now her fur is all beginning to grow back. She has discovered the joys of Ferretone, socks, and scritches on her back. Rosie is a truly delightful ferret to be around, but better wear slippers, or you'll get a good nip on your foot!

Passed Away:
April 14, 2011

Toby If the FRSO published a year book Toby would have been voted "most popular" - when I was looking for a newer picture of him I could not find a single one without other ferrets in it! Toby played with the rowdy, cuddled with the tired and in some magical way known only to him brokered peace in the house between all conflicting parties. A great big love magnet if Toby was in the house then all the ferrets cuddled in one happy pile - no screaming, no fighting. This big hearted handsome guy was willing to spread the love around to outside his ferret family too... he loved to play tag with Stephie the golden retriever next door and was a regular fixture in the neighbourhood joining me frequently for afternoon strolls, a visit with the neighbours on the front step or a quick trip down to the mall - he was often responsible for a slow downs in customer service at the bank where his fan club would all have to stop to say hello. Toby was sure of his welcome he did not hesitate to walk in a neighbour's open door to have a little tour around or to take a break from listening to all the ladies catch up on the local gossip! Toby was the perfect ferret ambassador - gorgeous, and laid back he could be counted on to be gentle with ferret novices and small children and would reward their attention with plentiful kisses. Toby hated to be confined in a carrier on car trips but loved riding shotgun on his solo trips with me - he's stretch out on a blanket with his harness clipped to the seatbelt and enjoy the ride - sometimes standing up to peek out the passenger window. Not always a cuddler after a health scare where we almost lost him he decided I deserved some extra Toby love - he would start each morning by climbing up in my lap and snoozing there while I worked on the computer - given a chance he would end his day the same way before heading to the cage to get his ferret fur pile organized. Miss you Toby - you left us way too soon.

Passed Away:
April 13, 2011

Today Chaos and Inuyasha lost a very good friend, Spunky. The three ferrets who have been together for the last 3 years were very close. The only time he wasn't cuddled with them was when he was eating or exploring,something he really enjoyed to do alone or with the others. Two other activities he really liked were burrowing into shredded paper, blankets or sand and hiding anywhere he could. Sadly he had to be euthanized due to his failing health. He was much loved by people who had contact with him,his fellow ferrets Chaos and Inuyasha and especially by his owner Jessica. Spunky you will be missed. July 6th 2005 - April 13th 2011

Passed Away:
April 1, 2011

Emery is a sweet, sensitive, and delicate little girl. She has a lot of trouble tolerating heat, even more so than other ferrets, and she's very easily stressed. When she's stressed, she sometimes bites at a small, benign skin tumour she has and makes it bleed, or else stops eating. Fortunately, she's realized that duck soup tastes REALLY GOOD! Other ferrets scare her a lot, but after a very lengthy introduction period, she finally made friends with her least threatening foster brother and now hates to be without him. She's a dedicated explorer who has to check the whole house every time she wakes up to see if anything has changed, and she HATES to be kept out of a room. She's a champ with the litterbox when she's in the cage and utterly hopeless when she's out. She doesn't like cuddles unless she's really sleepy, but she does like licking hands.

Passed Away:
March 28, 2011

Little Emily is a wimp. She needs sweet ferret friends to snuggle with and of course, we oblige. Loves to be held and caressed...The perfect lap ferret! Is currently unavailable for adoption.

Passed Away:
March 15, 2011

This shy guy was a really sweety. Loved a good cuddle and was kind to the other fosters. Had a bout of an unknown illness and after assessement by our vets, it was thought he had a foreign body, possibly in his stomach. With tons of TLC and duck soup love, he gained weight and remained moderately active and robust, despite the underlying menace. He went in for surgery this afternoon, healthy and happy and energetically scratching at the carrier and running around to explore the clinic when I dropped him off. Sadly, it was not a foreign body but a mass, most likely cancerous in the stomach, and outside the intestines. Despite his apparent robust health otherwise, he did not survive the surgery. The may be a blessing in disguise, as the prognosis post op was poor, but a sad loss, nonetheless. He is survived by his foster pals and his original cagemate KiKi. Goodbye sweet ferret........

Passed Away:
March 9, 2011

This is a very cute pair. Cujo is so laidback, sweet, cuddly and adorable. This big boy worships his treats (Bandits especially). He does like sleeping and seems to be very interested in other animals such as my cat and my pooch. Charlie on the other hand has a little more spunk. She tends to bite your feet and hands. Therefore, it would be best for owner to have previous experience with ferrets. Charlie also enjoys playing with other ferrets and seems to have a soft spot for Miss Liberty. This pair must go together.

Passed Away:
February 23, 2011

This gal is a little firecracker. She is itty-bitty, has no hair to speak of presently, due to previously undiagnosed adrenal issues, and is hard to spot as she streaks about her play area. She can be picky with friends but is super sweet with humans if she stays still long enough. This little tea-cup ferret is available for adoption or in a permanent foster arrangement.

Passed Away:
February 8, 2011

This poor little girl came to the Rescue having had a bad experience in her previous home. Neglect and abuse is strongly suspected as this sweet furkid bites out of fear. She has a bad infection under her chin, is thin and weak and is in fact, intact. Our goal is to help her with good food, kindness and other furry friends and to get her spayed as soon as possible for her health and happiness. At this time she will not be available for adoption until we can re-evaluate her progress after intense TLC and her present foster mum's, and dad's, duck soup and love!

Passed Away:
February 3, 2011

This is a very cute pair. Cujo is so laidback, sweet, cuddly and adorable. This big boy worships his treats (Bandits especially). He does like sleeping and seems to be very interested in other animals such as my cat and my pooch. Charlie on the other hand has a little more spunk. She tends to bite your feet and hands. Therefore, it would be best for owner to have previous experience with ferrets. Charlie also enjoys playing with other ferrets and seems to have a soft spot for Miss Liberty. This pair must go together.

Passed Away:
January 30, 2011

Gwen was all personality and fit nicely in with our crazy foster homes. She was loved by all of us and had a happy life. Like all our older fosters, she became ill with unknown issues, most treatable until it was time to let this feisty girl go. She is survived by the last of her crew, Finn, who will outlive us all. Good bye little friend.

Passed Away:
December 20, 2010

My poor little Freddy, I do miss you. After watching your health steadily decline this past year, I am comforted that your suffering has finally ended.

Passed Away:
December 16, 2010

This little guy was only with us for a week, but he had us wrapped around his little paws. He was such a laid back and sweet little boy, who just loved to lie in your arms and give kisses. He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten for the short time he had here with us.

Passed Away:
November 30, 2010

This older fellow loves to be held and sang to. Must remain in our care and loved......

Passed Away:
November 29, 2010

Pumpkin arrived at my home with the craziest biting issues I had ever faced. He would literally run up someone's body to bite and with 4 lbs behind him, it was as intimidating a sight as could be! We developed a way of teaching him that handling wasn't scary and that some of us weird 2-legged creatures, could actually be trusted. Years later, Pumpkin was giving the best face kisses ever!!! He was sleek and beautiful, and though there would always be the potential to nip, he spent his last couple of years, happy and handled and loved. Pumpkin was too young to be sick and what was first treated as an abscess in his mouth, soon returned and was recognized by its true nature, cancer...ugh....what an awful word and it stole the life of another special furkid. Though we had to let Pumpkin go, we were comforted by the knowledge that he was one of the lucky ones....a rescued boy who was cherished his whole life, to the end, as is the responsiblity of those of us who care for our silly pets. We knew it was the right time to let him go. Sleep sweet friend....till we meet again.

Passed Away:
November 28, 2010

Marshall was a sweet ferret. Lived a happy life in foster care with many fuzzy pals. Had an insulinomic episode while at a presentation and we thought him a gonner. Pulled through but only to survive for another week, despite medications and special care. His kisses will be missed and is survived by his cagemate, Charlie.

Passed Away:
November 22, 2010

Nettles was fondly renamed Panda and successfully integrated with other ferrets...mostly they all agreed to disagree....by his loving adopted family. He was robust and happy and living a wonderful life. He became very suddenly ill one monday and within a matter of hours, was obviously in pain at the vet clinic. His mum had to tearfully say goodbye and it was later discovered that a lymphoma mass had reared its ugly head, and attached to his intestine. He would not have survived. Goodbye sweet ferret...go torment others waiting on the rainbow bridge and make your mum proud.

Passed Away:
November 3, 2010

Aidan came to us with bad teeth, a round belly and a wobbly walk; he would have been picked last on the softball team, but to us he was adorable. He loved chasing after the squeaky toy, and in his younger years, tumbling with Sonny and Sniff. Excursions outside were filled with perimeter sweeps around the schoolyard buildings, and dirtying his nose in the garden. Of all the fur family, Aidan was the most complacent at dress up time, sporting reindeer antlers, teddy bear sweaters or Senators T-shirts whenever the mood struck his mom. Good-natured and never a biter, he was always passed around to curious visitors at Hallowe?en and Christmas. He spent occasional weekends with Aunt Jen and Uncle James, and quickly earned the nickname ?plucky? thanks to Aunt Jen?s tireless efforts to, umm, ?groom? him at shedding time. Aidan had no chronic conditions, and lived his life with us in comfort. We tried so hard to have more time with him, but in the last few weeks, three surgeries were more than his heart could handle. He?ll be missed by Mom, Dad, Sonny and new playmate Hannan.

Passed Away:
October 12, 2010

Jack is a precious little man; that is for sure. Jack came from a very bad place where he was starved and neglected. He battled with serious stomach issues, and has been at death's doorstep several times. But not now, not even close! With love and care Jack is healthy and happy, and fat! Well, for him anyways! He's usually very laid back, but when he gets going, you see how he's earned the nickname "Spastic Man!" What a loon. Usually not very aggressive, but has been known to sometimes push his weight around in the past, especially with the "new guys" and the timid/small ladies. And when we say "push his weight around", that's exactly what we mean. I don't know about you, but I don't like anyone's butt in my face! Best adopted with a business, he'd miss the cuddles of others too much if he was alone.

Passed Away:
October 5, 2010

Tyson still gives the odd nip on the top of the foot if you haven't noticed how cute he is. Tyson has dropped a bit of weight and is playing alot. He's a cutie, but can be tough with some ferrets.

Passed Away:
October 2, 2010

This sweet ferret came to us thin and almost hairless. Though he was given extra TLC and a vet visit to rule in possible adrenal, he ended up succumbing to something cardiac or respiratory within a couple of days of the visit.

Passed Away:
August 23, 2010

This fuzzy darling was only recently acquired by the surrendering family in hopes of adding her to their existing business. Other than not getting along with their ferrets, she seemed unwell. The FRSO will be investigating what might be ailing her and will keep everyone up to date. She will likely remain a permanent resident, no matter.

Passed Away:
July 30, 2010

Gizmo is timid, sweet and a VERY good listener. He also loves to follow you around the house, always at your feet. Really, really likes his duck soup but soooo stingy with his kisses. Due to this shy-guy's age and nervousness around new ferrets, he will stay as a permanent foster getting as much TLC as possible.

Passed Away:
July 9, 2010

Goose passed away peacefully in my arms on thrusday night. We didn't have her long but she was a shining light in our family.She was a fun loving ferret who enjoyed meeting everyone and loved to play with her sister honey. We will always remember her and miss her dearly. Gone but never forgotten.

Passed Away:
July 2, 2010

Oh my, what a cute ferret! She's very well behaved, never nips and LOVES to play. It's a real treat having her in the house... ferrets like this are very rare so don't be surprised if she's adopted real soon!

Passed Away:
June 25, 2010

Cricket passed away in my arms after a long case of ADR (ain't doin right). Her feisty personality will definitely be missed.

Passed Away:
June 11, 2010

Unfortunately, this litter dear wasn't with us for very long. We always warn surrendering families about the risk of underlying medical issues that tend to rear their ugly heads with the stress of change, particularly with the older furkids. We hate it when it comes true. Kramer loved to be held and bonded with my own older fuzzbutt, Bruiser. It was still within the first week when Kramer became ill with insulinoma-like issues. We treated him and rushed him to the emergency clinic, but it became quite apparent that the issue was our arch nemesis, lymphoma. We had no choice but to let Kramer go. He is survived by his cagemate, Moog, who we promise to take good care of and find a new best friend. Sleep peacefully little one.

Passed Away:
May 29, 2010

Bandita came with Harley and they were a sweet pair. They got along with most of the fosters and loved attention from their foster parents. Sadly, as Harley continued to thrive, even after her tail surgery, Bandita started to slow down. It was obvious her spleen was very enlarged and she was uncomfortable. A visit to the vet confirmed our worst fears that yet again, this was likely lymphoma. Even more sad was that the typical treatment of prednisone did nothing to slow the progression of her disease down and it was time to let her go. She will be missed by her foster parents and those that helped her in her last days. Sleep well Bandita.

Passed Away:
May 27, 2010

This older gal is super active for her age and crazy sweet. Loves food and treats and took immediately to duck soup. Seems to get along with other ferrets. Happens to be a terrific climber!

Passed Away:
May 10, 2010

This beautiful man has come a long way. It is hard to believe that he almost didn't make to and had been touch and go several times. He's now got so much weight to him that I'd almost call him portly! He loves his food and duck soup and has now leaned how to play! Loves cats but not so fond of other ferrets. Would do best as a single.

Passed Away:
May 10, 2010

Euthanised 10th May 2010 at CAH by KB, laboured breathing, muscle atrophy and waif-like. Contacting SPCA to report. The intention was to have some action taken against the party Chantel had obtained the ferret from.

Passed Away:
May 6, 2010

Meekco came to us in a desperate state, no body fat and wasted muscles. Despite moment of improvement he never really had a chance. Meds worked for a while and then he failed again. Not only did my group love and protect Meekco, my whole family grew to love him too and it was a difficult day when I decided enough was enough. It came to the point that Meekco was so weak he could not stand for long without falling. If love, care and positive thoughts could have kept this little ferret alive he'd still be with me today but sadly it was not to be. Rest peacefully my sweet boy. KB

Passed Away:
March 11, 2010

This guy is a sweetheart and is now running with all the other 'sweet hearts and pansies' at his foster home. Seems to love to play and if he's 4, he sure doesn't act it. We'll see if he finds a favourite friend but presently listed as a single into a home with other sweet fuzzies.

Passed Away:
March 8, 2010

Quiet and shy, loves it when you talk with him and likes to have his face rubbed but even after two years in the same foster home, he still doesn't like to be picked-up and held. Loves his cage mates to be soft and sweet so he can snuggle up to them if you please.

Passed Away:
February 23, 2010

This cute little girl has never seen or smelled other ferrets before, so she's somewhat nervous right now. We're hoping that she'll calm down soon and be ready for adoption. No other health problems and dances like a crazy girl when she gets excited.

Passed Away:
February 20, 2010

Smudge finally lost his battle with whatever cancer he'd been fighting. Kim had taken him on my behalf in order to continue with treatment through Dr. Laite for diarrhea, lethargy and weight issues. He had been doing wonderfully since going to Kim's in the fall and then within a matter of a week, went downhill. His initial positive response to pred was shortlived. Kim and I knew it was time to say goodbye. He will be missed by his new friends at Kim's and by Bruiser and Spitz at my furry home. Give Roxy a hug and say 'hi' to my other furkids waiting for me on the rainbow bridge. Love Beth

Passed Away:
January 22, 2010

My Eiko-bird, what a lady. She came to us a wizened, blind old girl. We didn?t expect to have her that long, but she showed us true spirit. She puttered around the apartment, and slept with ?her? boys. At close to 9 ½ years old, we decided it was time. It is a sad thing to lose a friend, but she had such a long life, and lived it right to the end with sass and spirit. I miss her, but I can?t help but smile at her memory.

Passed Away:
January 21, 2010

My little Roxy. Was a tyrant right till the moment she was sick. Loved to play and thought she was one tough cookie. Probably Spitz's influence. Was a loved member of my always extensive ferret home and blessedly only became obviously ill just a few days before we had to say goodbye. Is survived by Spitz, Bruiser and Smudge, who stays with Kim while his medical issues are managed. Say 'hi' to my other furkids waiting for me on the rainbow bridge. Love Beth

Passed Away:
January 21, 2010

He's young, but we have no history so don't know his exact age. Bouncy, happy....did I mention bouncy? Loves to be close to people and most definately loves everything with fur. Has the cutest permanent look of wonder. He just seems thrilled by all his new surroundings.

Passed Away:
December 5, 2009

What a good little boy Gyno is. The poor bloke came to us from a home that just didn't do enough research in ferretry. Because of this, he was carried around by the tail on a regular basis, and has had his canine teeth clipped. These things haven't stopped our little man, not a bit. He's a happy little boy who loves to sleep! Yeah, he's a pretty low key little guy who spends his time sleeping, but watch out, for within this calm little albino hides a war dancing, hissing play-monster! Gyno will let you hold him and rub him for a bit, but prefers to putter about on his own. He does well with other ferrets, but can be a bit bossy at times, with both males and females. He likes A LOT of out of cage time. If you think that you can offer him this, and a lot of attention, he would be a wonderful single ferret for you.

Passed Away:
November 20, 2009

Every ferret who comes into my home is special. We take the old, the sick, the un-adoptable. They come into our home as special ferrets. Every once in a while an especially special little one comes along, and becomes ?Daddy?s Special Baby?. This was Mr. ?G?. He came to us and from the very start he took a special liking to his new poppa. He would follow me around and play. We would go on ?Adventures with Dad? down the hallway of the apartment building, or to the General Campus waiting to pick up mom. As he aged, we began our ?Duck Soup Ritual?. Poppa would spoon out the soup, mix it with a fork, and put it in the microwave to heat. While waiting for it to be ready Mr. ?G? got to lick the fork clean. As with all things, Mr. ?G? started to lose weight. His poppa picked him up one day and felt the dreaded ?lump?, and hugged him tight. We had our final ?Duk Soup Ritual? and had a few more ?Adventures with Dad?. We went on his final adventure together. I miss him. My life was better for knowing him, and the world is less for his passing.

Passed Away:
November 20, 2009

Yogi was surrenderd with Booboo, who unfortunately has a number of medical issues. Yogi and Booboo\'s foster mum and dad are spoiling them rotten, as it should be!

Passed Away:
November 17, 2009

Hardy was picked up from a pet store where he and his brother Laurel were dropped off by their owner who couldn't afford to feed them anymore. Hardy loves to play with his foster parents and his brother. Interactive toys, especially dangly toys are his favourite. He will follow you around, and loves to be with people. Hardy is extremely well behaved. He is neither a picky eaters nor a biter, and he has a wonderful disposition. His only vice is that he only uses the litter box half the time when he's outside the cage.

Passed Away:
October 4, 2009

"He is deaf. He is a dear. He is a single ferret and does not integrate well with others. He constantly follows you around and loves rolling on the floor to get your attention. He is affection and does not nip at all. He doesn't jump much, leaving the furniture alone. He loves being out and does use the litter box more than 90% of the time. He could be a great free roaming ferret in the right house. He is a terrific guy". Brooklyn's adopted home let us know in October 2009 that he had died of cancer at an old age, though we did not actually get a date.

Passed Away:
August 24, 2009

This ole guy was a very special little man. Willy was picked up at the humane society after his owner abandoned him and his cagemate. He was seven years old at the time, but you'd never guess that. He loved to play with Mavie, his only ferret friend, but could always find the time to be held and cuddled. His blindness and funny, jutting tooth gave him a pirate look that only made him more endearing and cute. Willy's tenacity and robust health was instantly appealing to all who had the pleasure of meeting him. We hoped this sweet ol' ferret would live on forever but we had to settle for a ripe old age of 9 1/2. We all cried a little for Willy Wonka when it was time to say goodbye....Mavie plays on in his memory...acting just a little bit crazier to make up for her lost pal! Shine on friend......

Passed Away:
July 10, 2009

She has the cutest look and never hesitates to use it to get whatever she wants. She is a sable mitt born april 2003. She, like her cagemates, loves her human interaction and will stop playing with other ferrets to come over and check out what the people are doing. She's very helpful with cleaning though I feel she may slow things down a bit.....okay alot....but then she's soooooo cute you just sort of forgive her for it all......She nips in fun when playing hand to ferret combat. She's super mello with new ferrets and is Storm's bestest pal. She came in the large group of 8.

Passed Away:
July 7, 2009

Digger, may she rest in peace. Already one month has gone by since we had to make the decision to let our little girl Digger regain her dignity and let her cross the rainbow bridge to be with her dearly departed partner, Ogie. Not a day goes by without my thinking of her endearing qualities. On February 3rd, 2008, we visited the ferret shelter with our 7-year old albino male, Ogie, who had lost his sable partner a few months back, to find him another friend. Since Ogie was adrenal and would probably not be around for that long, we thought it best to get him a friend that would be around his age and energy level. My husband was the one who picked Digger and we adopted her, even though it was thought that she was a 'lone' ferret who preferred to be alone. The first time we got the two together, it was hilarious. Digger was quite a vocal ferret and she screamed the minute Ogie would approach her. I put them in a large ferret play pen so that she could have her own space if she so desired. The second night, I found Ogie sleeping under Digger's hammock in such a way that the only thing separating them was the hammock cloth. The third night, they slept back to back and by the fourth night, they were cinnamon buns. It was a match made in heaven! Our dear Ogie died in June of that year, leaving Digger a lone ferret once more. She thrived on all of the attention that she got. As we have a house in Florida as well as in Ottawa, she had two homes which she loved and she thoroughly enjoyed traveling and discovering new hotel rooms. Last December, we took her to Central Park in New York City. As I walked the streets with her face poking out of my winter coat, I got quite a few interested glances as well as questions such as 'What is that?'. Digger (aka, Dokie and Moana Lisa) was a moaner. In order for us to hear her throughout the night, her bedroom was next to ours in Ottawa and, in Florida, we kept her in our bedroom. She would moan in her sleep as well as when she did her business. It was sooooo endearing. She pulled on the heart strings of everyone who came in contact with her. While we were away in Europe for a month this past March, our ferret-sitter paired her with another sable female, Rosie, as Digger seemed to take a down turn. Her activity level was down and she seemed depressed. As the two were inseparable, we adopted the other ferret. Even though Rosie is less than two years of age, they would play and Digger got her groove back for a month or two. In June, we noticed that Digger was bothered by Rosie so we decided to keep them in separate cages to allow Digger to get some sleep and then get them together for their play time. As soon as we would see that Digger had had enough, we would scoot her to her cage to rest. Towards the end of her life, she was adrenal and she lost the use of her hind legs which she found quite unacceptable. This prevented her from going to the litter box. After a few weeks of bathing her three times a day (how insulting!) and treating the sores caused by her laying in her urine and feces, we had to deliver her from this hell. It was the hardest decision to make. She will forever be in our hearts as the 'best' ferret we have ever had. We were touched by an angel!

Passed Away:
June 28, 2009

My dear Peewee. You were with me for almost two full years, suffering through the effects of Insulinoma and the the effects of the steroids that controlled it. You had difficulty moving, could no longer eat crunchy food and could barely see. In the end, I was glad to see you cross the bridge to a place where you could run happy and free again. I will miss you my friend, until we meet again on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. Sleep well.

Passed Away:
June 20, 2009

This was Mittens original story: "Mittens drives me crazy because he never sleeps and likes to stay busy helping his human friends out. He's a round, whitish ball of fur and is so gentle with people when he plays. Loves to talk a lot and can be heard dooking all over the house. Mittens initially mixed well with my big group of fosters but has become rather bossy." Well, Mittens hadn't changed much, just older, thinner and needed quite a bit more TLC. We loved him just the same and welcomed him back with open arms. Mittens became ill just this spring and stayed demanding and affectionate till it was time to say goodbye. My favourite nickname for this tenacious soul will always get a good laugh from friends. Goodnight my Mittens.........

Passed Away:
June 13, 2009

Fleecy was soft and sweet even though he looked like an old boy for sure. He always seemed quiet quite the opposite of Ivory, his busy body companion. Fleecy came to us with some existing medical issues that were easily managed until recently. Again, these little troopers stay positive till the very end and we made the decision to say good bye when it was clear that there were many concurrent medical issues that would inevitably take our sweet friend away, no matter how hard we tried to keep him safe. Don't worry Fleecy, sleep well, and know we will care for your Ivory...

Passed Away:
June 7, 2009

This little sweety came into our care at the end of her days. She had an undiagnosed bowel obstruction that had moved to a point that it was too severe for her to survive. We tried desperately with our vet to save her with surgery but were too late. Our only comfort is knowing that she is in no pain and can play with so many new friends on the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
June 6, 2009

Kiwi seemed shy but sweet when she arrived with her much older companion, Eiko. She played and was healthy with my 'pansy' foster group. Her favourite place to sleep was curled up amidst all the toys which made her difficult to spot. She seemed quieter than usual for a day or so before very enlarged lymph glands were noted on her neck. She saw Dr. Auger within a day and despite treatment from the vet, and TLC and care from a special foster mum, Kiwi passed away peacefully in her sleep overnight. Your new friends and foster family will miss you but we know that there are friends waiting to greet you on the rainbow bridge.

Passed Away:
May 22, 2009

On behalf of the Ferret Rescue board and all the fosters, we would like to share our heartfelt appreciation to all who donated to Rio's treatment and kept this sweet little ferret in their thoughts and prayers. Thank you also to Dr. Auger and Dr. Laite for their input and consultation in fighting to save our darling fuzzbutt. We unfortunately bring the sad news that Rio's battle came to an end today. Numerous courses of treatment were attempted, from steroids to a number of different antibiotics, all to no avail. Rio never stopped fighting but a decision was needed as we had run out of treatment options and a diagnosis had yet to be found. At 13:00, the process to transfer her from Alta Vista Animal Hospital to March Road Animal Hospital began. With the help of Dr. Cheryl Laite, and in the arms of Jen and myself, Rio was helped across the rainbow bridge. Rio's case is unusual because she was able to remain aware and appreciative of her surroundings, keep a robust appetite and normal urine and stool output all despite the apparent severity of her respiratory issues. For the duration of her treatment, from Sunday the 17th to Thursday the 21st of May, she was kept within an oxygen tent, on 24hour ICU care, all the while eating her duck soup meals and doling out nose kisses for anyone who asked. Her breathing rate did remain shallow and very rapid even in her oxygen rich environment and the two sets of X-rays that were taken showed an abnormal lung consolidation pattern. After 5 long days, Rio was clearly tiring and we knew that we'd soon have to let her go. Though a bacterial or viral infection seems to have been ruled out, it is still important to obtain a definative diagnosis to be sure Rio's plight is not likely to affect other foster ferrets. We knew in order to find the cause of Rio's issues and to prevent her from truly suffering, we had to say goodbye sooner than later. This has been one of the hardest goodbye's both Jen and I have been asked to face in our many years as part of the rescue. In the end, we are left with a $2200 bill at Alta Vista, as well as a bill at March Road Animal Hospital for the assistance received from Dr. Laite in helping Rio cross the Rainbow Bridge and in hopefully finding Rio's illness. The total of that bill has yet to be determined, as is the final diagnosis. We will share this information as soon as it is available to us. Keep in mind that a decision to go the route of invasive therapy, non-invasive or not to treat is ferret and illness dependent. We try to let sick animals cross the rainbow bridge for the right reasons and at the right time. Rio's case was difficult but we know that everything reasonable was tried. There are no regrets, only saddness. As we are a volunteer charity, receiving nothing in the way of official government funding, this latest medical crisis could have left the rescue's bank account very depleted and with no ability to recover even after our biggest upcoming biannual fundraiser. Without your generous additional donations that we have received so far, we may not have been in a position to provide definitive treatment for other sick fuzzies in the near future let alone maintain the current level of care that we offer. We can't thank you enough. For all of you who pulled together to help give us that extra boost, especially in these difficult times...THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts. In additon to getting monetary donations, knowing that we have such a supportive, ferret-loving community has helped to keep our spirits. It reminds us that others share our passion for these wonderful souls and keeps us moving forward even after little tragedies! We again, would like to thank Dr. Daren Auger and Dr. Cheryl Laite who worked with each other and Alta Vista to try and solve the mystery and save Rio's life. Thank you both for not giving up! We know that she appreciated every extra hour that you gave her, as do we. We couldn't have fought so hard without your support and advice.

Passed Away:
April 24, 2009

We did not even get the chance to meet this little dear. He was turned over to the rescue through our veterinarian's office and went directly into emergency surgery in the hopes of saving this young life. It was quickly discovered that the issue was not a bowel obstruction, as suspected, but rather our old enemy, juvenile lymphoma. The decision was made to say goodbye, even before we were able to say hello. Kiki is survived by his sister, Sable, who will live in his memory hiding extra toys and playing extra hard, just to be sure. Some day we can meet Kiki on the rainbow bridge. B.

Passed Away:
April 22, 2009

Crash was loved by his new family along with his best pal Smash. He died peacefully and gently in Callum's arms this morning. May this funloving ferret be remembered........

Passed Away:
April 18, 2009

Sweet little Wiley passed away quietly in her sleep curled up beside her foster mom. She succumbed to the cumulative effect of variety of medical issues - all of which she bore without complaint to the very end. This sweet little girl, who was generous with her kisses but viciously enthusiastic about stalking and killing her mouse toy will be missed; she leaves behind her foster sisters and long time companions Taz and Liberty and her newer foster siblings Frank, Margaret and Guess. Wiley was always there to greet me when I came in the front door after being out of the house and even in the end when she was sick she would make the trek downstairs every day so she could sleep closer to the front door and even though she had to be carried back to bed at night she never forgot her goodnight kisses. I know she'll be the first one there to greet me at the Rainbow Bridge.

Passed Away:
April 13, 2009

There are not words enough to describe her endearing face, or spirit....she's a cutie.

Passed Away:
April 11, 2009

Smeagle is a woman on a mission. She keeps my special ferret room in top form, rearranging things I may have misplaced in my travels. Each day she streaks across the room organizing toys, blankets, my socks and so on......I mean, she's a busy bee. She's also family oriented, finding time in her busy scheduale for some kisses and cuddles.....not for long though....there's always a ferret that needs scolding for moving what she's so meticulously arranged. Too cute! While Smeagle is doing all the work, Deagle is off galavanting around the place with the younger bunch, knocking stuff off shelves, tipping food and water dishes, tripping up poor unsuspecting foster mums......all the while Smeagle is frantically trying to tidy up his mess. He's the cool, older kid in the crowd with not a worry in the world. He's loveable and since he's lazy and never cleans up after himself, he's more apt to sit a bit longer in your arms for some TLC. The two are a match made I don't know where, but they gotta stick together folks. Adoption Pending.

Passed Away:
April 4, 2009

My Cicero.....Yet again, I've had to say goodbye to such a neat fuzzbutt. You were always gentle and fun, joining me at many frolics and being a family favourite because of your sweetness. You battled long and hard and you knew when you could fight no more. It is never easy to let go but I will take comfort in the thought of you playing with your old friends, like Pheonix, on the rainbow bridge....till we meet again sweet friend......

Passed Away:
March 29, 2009

Dylan first came to me as a foster and immediately cuddled his way into my heart. Often called "mama's boy", he always got his snuggle when he woke up, and his favourite treat before bed. We also called him "little old man", as he was calm, if not lazy, and would rather be carried than walk. After surgery to remove a tumour on his manhood, my partner jokingly called him "Diane". A trip to the sitters discovered that he loved cats and after deliberations, we finally got him his own kitty! It was so much fun to watch my little old man, turn into a playful kit, running and chasing her around, or playing hide-n-seek. When Olive first came home, she was a nervous wreck. She could often be found in his tent, and being the sweetheart that he was, would be preening her. We even took Dylan to her vet appointments because we knew he could calm her fears. On March 29th, we were on our way to pick them up from the sitters. We had called a few hours earlier and both were doing great. However, 45 minutes before we arrived, we received a call to say that he had passed in his sleep; the doctor suspected a seizure. Dylan was loved dearly and forever missed.

Passed Away:
March 20, 2009

Jake was just a neat character. He came to the rescue a couple of years ago and became fast friends with a big, loveable fuzzbutt that was being ferret-sat at the time. With his new friend, Guess, he stayed and they both ended up being surrendered back to the FRSO in 2008. Jake never complained and seemed healthy before becoming quite sick, seemingly all of a sudden, and despite his foster mum's and vet's best efforts, lost the battle with every ferret's nemesis, lymphoma. We will take care of Guess for Jake, until these best buddies are reunited again on the rainbow bridge. B.

Passed Away:
March 3, 2009

Rocky is sweet tempered and absolutely loves to putter around following the two legged friends. He is curious and kind and loves to dook dook dook his way through everything. This little kid is likely adrenal and is being treated for it. That\'s okay because he is just as sweet as strawberry jam. Bandit is quiet and shy, but just as sweet as his cagemate Rocky. They deserve a wonderful and loving forever home together. Bandit is partial to rice boxes and tunnels.

Passed Away:
January 5, 2009

Nicky and Bailey are beautiful, with soft, healthy coats. They get on with anyone and fancy those that are coloured just like them (Bear and buttercup). They are planted in amoungst 13 other ferrets and are content. They look for cuddles constantly and love to be held and kissed. They need to be adopted together. Arrived with Angel, Max, Rocco, Mischief, Elmo, and Hershey.

Passed Away:
December 12, 2008

This little guy is super sweet and very shy. Unfortunately, he's arrived to us already having medical issues and will not be listed as available for adoption.

Passed Away:
December 3, 2008

Kegan is super sweet but worries easily. He has a history of abuse and neglect but responds well to TLC and duck soup. Prefers to be held to eat it and could do with a few hundred grams. He was obviously loved by his last home at least. Gwen is crazy playful but startles easily. She tends to be nippy when she's worried but forgets all her woes when she sees the rice box. Gets along with all the other crazy ferrets. Would be best with experience owners because of her sensitive personality. Must be adopted together.

Passed Away:
November 26, 2008

Petite, dainty and precious, Tala is a very affectionate and very interactive little girl. She likes to cuddle in your arms, and will even sometimes go to sleep there. Then the beast comes around, and she's dooking and bouncing off the walls! She can be very bossy with new ferrets, especially the small girls initially, but once things get settled, she's usually found right in the middle of a sleepy pile of fuzzies. She also sadly lost her long-time companion of 5 years, Oscar, this past Nov, so she's still pretty sad. She'd do great in a business with lots of quiet, bear sized, boy hugs and cuddles to keep her warm and safe at night.

Passed Away:
November 17, 2008

Mr. Jingles, you will definitely be missed by your foster Mom. Each day you battled just to eat your soup, crawl through your favorite tube and find a warm cozy place to sleep. I honestly do not know how you managed to hang on so long with all your medical problems. In the end, it was too much for you, and I'm sorry to see you go. Rest peacefully my little man.

Passed Away:
October 30, 2008

My poor Chase buddy. You fought a good battle, but in the end the tumours took their toll. You will be missed by your foster Mom and of course your best friend Peewee.

Passed Away:
October 16, 2008

Poor Deagle. He lost his battle with an aggressive and very advanced adrenal disease. Is already missed by his cagemate, Tiki (Smeagle) and foster mom and dad.

Passed Away:
September 19, 2008

Rickie. I remember when you first arrived. I picked you up from the Humane Society when I first met Lucky. They mentioned that you'd been found in the bush and that the owners had moved past Toronto. They wanted to wait to see if you would be claimed and I worried for 24 hours till I was able to get you. Probably 3 months old at the time, you were wired for sound and covered in ticks. You had been drawing blood there but with me, till the very last moment, it was kisses all the way. You were so bright and spry and the last I thought would ever succumb to anything. I have never seen a ferret climb or jump like you did! This one was a long, hard fight and in the end we were bested by an unknown foe. Love you lots Rickie pants.......good bye for now.

Passed Away:
September 4, 2008

My sweet Cosmo. You began to slow down only a little before you had that 'episode'. You recovered with some help but something was up. We brought you in for surgery to remove some things that could be causing the problems and it appeared to go well. You didn't last the night......yet again, the tough decision to end the life of such a wonderful soul had to be made and we said our goodbyes. You were much loved by your foster family and others that had the pleasure of meeting you. You truly believed to the end that you were a cat....oh well.....we were all okay with that. Love you Cosmosis! Sleep well till we meet again....

Passed Away:
August 25, 2008

Matilda has lost an amazing amount of weight in the past few months. Unfortunately, she's also lost most of her fur. She's currently receiving Lupron shots to see if they will help.

Passed Away:
July 25, 2008

My sweet little doll Anika has her wings now. Please light a candle for her. I want to make sure she see all the candles, she desserves the most beautiful way to the Heaven, with all our love in her heart. Anika was the most sweetest creature on the Hearth. She will be missed saddly by Petit Ours (Bear) and Nahum. And me I have already a big hole in my broken heart. Anika was very strong, and for 1 year and half she has battled insulinoma and lymphoma with courage and was always a very good little sweet candy for all the medecines, vet trips, and even one surgery to remove a bad tumor on her leg. She has gone all through that as a Great Lady. Today was her last trip for the vet. We have helped her to cross the bridge with dignity and softness. No mask as I wanted. She has to fall asleep on my shoulder, and was ready for the last shot. She was already in her dreams when she left us. Her Doctor was wonderful for her. Anika is with me at home, until I find the better place for her ashes. I will never let her be alone. Fly high Anika, I love you Mommy

Passed Away:
July 22, 2008

"Mr."Snuffles, as we called him, what a cute dude he was. Found in a wooden box during a reptile rescue, he came to us bald and full of scabs from stress scratching. Poppa sort of kidnapped him from the foster home he was at and brought him home. Despite his rough past, he was so optimistic and happy. He even put up with the constant maulings from his dad, as he couldn?t walk anywhere without getting hugs and kisses on his bald head. Snuffles suffered some form of lymphatic disease which caused his lymph nodes to become necrotic. We gave him final kisses, hugs, and ferretone, and then helped him on his way. I know there is a special across the bridge for my Mr.Snuffles.

Passed Away:
July 19, 2008

Gideon passed away in his sleep just before midnight. He peacefully went in his sleep, no suffering. We knew this was coming, and let nature take its course as long he was not suffering, which he wasn't.

Passed Away:
June 12, 2008

I am sad to report that the very old Alice has passed away. She was out playing on Wednesday, on Thursday she was sleeping a lot and on Friday evening she was found in respiratory distress and we ran her to the emergency vet who recommended that she be put to sleep- there were no other options for her, especially at her age. She had been losing weight but was eating, drinking and eliminating as usual. She still played, did not seem to ever be in pain and was very old so it seemed normal. She was happy and playful throughout her time with us, she enjoyed her playtime and drinking tub water! She loved to hide dog food and curl up in blankets. Alice will be missed by Stephanie and Jeff

Passed Away:
June 10, 2008

Alas, Tika came to an end of her life in a fairly quick decline that saw her frail but active until the last day or so. This little ferret was a Miss Busybody Baggage who had two speeds: off and on. When on, she never walked and rarely trotted - she preferred to run like a maniac, even in her latter months on her increasingly reduced hind legs. She was game to run up and down the carpetted stairs even when she had to start taking a break halfway up - down was as tumbled a descent as always, right until the end. Though her legs started to fail, her jaw muscles remained strong into the last hour for a good head-wrassle through the Tea Towel of Doom. For several years she was living with adrenal cancer (Lupron kept her lively) and a very enlarged heart (meds kept her moving). She was sad to lose her lifelong cagemate Sock Bandit earlier this year, but rebounded (literally) to transfer her energy to bossing and wrassling her human friends all the more. She seemed all her days to be thoroughly occupied living a good life.

Passed Away:
May 28, 2008

Mindy, my darling Min Min, will will miss you so much... It was so hard watching you suffer with the Lymphoma during the past month, but you kept on going without complaint. I hope your reunion with Pepi on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge is a happy one as you deserve to spend your days happily frolicing together. Good bye my friend.

Passed Away:
May 26, 2008

What a cute little monster, in a rough sort of way. Monster is working through an illness right now, and his tummy and bowels aren't quite right. He's in need of some weight on them skinny bones, but is not wanting for love! Monster doesn't like other ferrets, but will tolerate them, so long as they don't get too near him. He also appears to have some psychological issues, likely the result of not enough stimulation, out of cage time and human interaction. Currently we are working on those issues, and are showing Monster love, how to play, and how nice face rubs can be. With hard work, and lots of love, we're sure we'll get him into a happy state where he knows what it's like to be a happy, healthy ferret again. He is not currently available for adoption but we'll keep you posted.

Passed Away:
May 10, 2008

Molly succumbed to a rapidly growing lymphoma that was blocking her esophagus, making it extremely difficult for her to eat. Despite valiant efforts to feed her every couple of hours and hoping the meds would reduce the size of the tumor, we decided it was time to let her go. She had accepted her fate and was refusing to take her meds and eat her food. Rest in peace my friend.

Passed Away:
May 10, 2008

My poor Powder. You suffered so long with your IBD. You would crash, and then bounce back again and again. In the end, your extremely thick bowel made it impossible for you to digest food and you let me know by clamping your mouth shut and telling me it was time to let you go. The house seems empty without you tonight. Good by my friend.

Passed Away:
May 8, 2008

Scratch, beloved brother of Snoopy has passed away May 7th 2008, just starting his 8th year in life. He had a massive tumour growth inside his belly and could no longer eat anything, Scratch made wonderful friends with my ferrets and they all seemed a little lost without him last night, including me. Scratch gave me everything I could have asked for in an adopted pet, he made my life as well as the life of my 6 other ferrets much much more enjoyable. I'm glad I was the one who adopted him, He will forever be missed.

Passed Away:
May 6, 2008

It brings me great sorrow to tell you all that Pixie has crossed the rainbow bridge. For seven years she has been a good friend, companion and part of the family. She will be sorely missed.

Passed Away:
March 24, 2008

On a sunny Easter Sunday, we said good-bye to Sniff, treasured member of our fur family. Sniff had been diagnosed with lymphoma about a week before. He spent his remaining days in the 'ferret condo', luxuriously outfitted with all the latest fleece stylings (thanks Jen and James), occasionally groomed by Sonny, and constantly fussed over by his parents. He left us in our arms wrapped in a blanket, with his favourite squeaky toy and his first-place ribbon from the ferret frolic pageant. During his short years with us, he achieved the rank of General in the Dust Bunny Liberation Army, dutifully performing perimeter checks, and racing down the stairs ahead of us, in case any insurgent were hiding. His military bravado extended to the attack of any stuffed animal, and he took special delight in telling a 6-foot long Ikea tie-die snake who was boss. For all his conquests, he'd relax in your arms when picked up, and sauntered by most toes without temptation. Also known as 'the Brain', Sniff used his marbles to figure out which rooms were 'forbidden', and hence warranted special ambush maneuvers. Beauty went with the brains, and Sniff was always the one new visitors were drawn to. Sniff is survived by Sonny and Aiden, who are being spoiled rotten. He was a precious spunky skunky, and will be missed dearly.

Passed Away:
March 24, 2008

Oh my Potter Pants. You were such a strong, sweet fellow. i knew you were special when you first came and then got so sick. I fought and begged to save you from a certain death only a year ago and you bounced back in true ferret fashion, dooking and cuddling and showing the younger ferrets how to really play and get along. As often happens with wee furkids, we saw the signs too late of a probable heart disease which surely ended your wonderful life. As all our furry friends that have had to leave so soon, you will be missed so dearly. I know that there will be a few girls missing your glorious, soft fur to snuggle with in the sleep sacks and Goliath will have to fill some pretty big boots to take your role over. Good bye my friend and wait for me. Love your foster mum, though one of many, B.

Passed Away:
March 13, 2008

Oh my dear Pepi, why did you have to leave me so suddenly? Of all my fosters and ferrets, you were, and will always remain, one of my favourites. Despite all your challenges, you continued to fight on and live every day to it's fullest. Your endless energy and enthusiasm will always be remembered. I miss you my friend and will carry you in my thoughts forever. Rest in peace.

Passed Away:
February 9, 2008

This teddy bear of a fellow crossed the Rainbow Bridge peacefully February 9, 2008 at around 6 and a half years old. He was a big sable with a funny stiff dumpty dumpty hop. Although not a lap ferret, he was very companionable and liked to be stroked on the sides of his neck, reaching up with his paws to remind you. He was fond of lying sideways under the roof of a paper bag or cardboard box, tucking his head upside down and scratch scratching mock-furiously at the corner. As he got more fragile, he still liked to lie in there having his head gently tussled and holding onto your fingers with his paws. He was part of a trio, the other two of which had health problems and so were classified among the unadoptive "pensioners" -- and he stayed with his cagemates. Misty went several yeas ago, but going concern Miss Tika has been keeping him on his toes (and on her back, as she insisted on wormed her way under him in the sleeping box). He developed adrenal issues, but shots of Lupron kept him well, though thin of fur in the last year or two. Last spring he quickly developed insulinoma, and after a crisis or two, did well for many months with prednisone (brand name Pediapred only, thank you, accept no substitutions). In January, he began having insulin attacks again, some quite bad, and his dosage was upped. This kept him going in good spirits for a few weeks, fragile, but bright, and glad to keep an interested eye on the action from the central strategic upstairs bathroom. However, the pred suddenly stopped working, as it does, late one night. After long wakeful hours fighting the waves of insulin attack, we went into the vet early morning. He was staggering badly but at least not obviously uncomfortable. Calmly stroked on the sides of his neck, he gently relaxed into the puffer.

Passed Away:
January 24, 2008

I had to wait 7 years before my parents would let me get a ferret, but Merlin was worth the wait. He was the perfect way I ended my days of either school or work. Coming home and let him out to play with his big sister (80 pound husky named Lily) was always the highlight of my day. And then there was the once a week hunt to find all his hiddy holes and see what he had stolen from people around the house - I think I was the only one that found that funny. He loved the taste of grandma's legs and chasing his cousin (90 pound pit bull) who was afraid of him, he also had an uncanny talent at finding his aunt's lip gloss at the bottom of her gigantic bag- he was always so mad when I took it away- "all that work for nothing" look. He could be a little terror when he wanted to be but in mommy's arms he was just simply my baby. I miss him and our nights together, your cage may be empty but my heart is full from everything you gave me. Merlin was eight and half and unfortunately had to be euthanized on January 24th 2008 due to heart failure. I miss you Merl, you were the very best way to start my life with ferrets. Love, Mommy

Passed Away:
January 9, 2008

Dook Duke you did not deserve to go so soon. When you first arrived, you had to learn to play with so much room and time out and on top of that, how to get along with, YIKES, cats and other ferrets. Within a short time and due to the infinite patience of your foster mum, off you finally went, playing and dooking with your new found friends! After a few months, just when you were getting the hang of things, you became so sick. There were no warning signs, no indication that you weren't well when the cancer struck you down. We found you within short order and attempted surgery to save your blessed soul only to have to say goodbye at the very end. As I tried to coax your heart to beat and your lungs to breathe, my friend and vet looking at me in the surgery room with tears in her eyes, I knew we had lost you. This is when the rescue business doesn't seem fair and I have to keep reminding myself that you spent 4 great and fun filled months in your foster home which is better than nothing. Good bye my sweet Dook Duke.....

Passed Away:
December 27, 2007

Little Snoopy came to us with so many issues and we were worried how he would cope. We loved him and encouraged him. All who had the privilege to meet this little, stout fellow were touched and wanted to help him too. All in all, Snoopy lived his happy version of life till the very end. He never complained and all he ever asked for was an endless mound of food to munch on. He learned to 'putter' around and even learned a mini version of a 'happy ferret dance', which consisted more of a shimmy of his weight to the backside and a shake and a poofed tail and then an attempt at a run or in moments like these he was even known to play with a big grin and feigned 'attack'. He attempted to tour in tunnels and discovered that he especially loved to wrestle in tents with hands. He too, discovered the infamous rice box, and it was then we realized that even 'ol Snoopers had learned to be a ferret. Last year, Snoopy was chosen to have not just one, but two secret Santas! He loved his presents and thrived in the affection that was doted on him. Snoopy blessed our lives for over two years actually putting him in the 'older ferret' stats. Who knew this little guy with so much going against him at the beginning would do so well? Snoopy started to slow down, though his appetite was the last to waver. We did our best to keep him happy and comfortable and even on his last day he was able to do the Snoopy walk to explore and investigate. As always, with these special souls, it's the many diseases that shorten their wonderful lives and Snoopy's nemesis turned out to be a mass on his stomach that could not be removed with surgery. He spent his last week being carted around in a special sling with a very special foster dad, and being fed and slathered in affection by a very special foster mum so that he was never alone. Rescued animals will not be with us our whole lives so we go into this vocation knowing that there is a time limit with every fuzzbutt we meet. Still, there will always be the sadness when we need to finally say our 'goodbyes' so we must take strength from when we are able to give the unwanted a loving home, knowing that without us they may have met a different fate. Goodbye my Snoopy, love you and may you be happily puttering around on the rainbow bridge showing all the other special fuzzies the 'Snoopy dance' when I see you again some day!

Passed Away:
December 4, 2007

Sheila came to us courtesy of the Gatineau Humane society. Somebody left her in a cage on their doorstep. They kept her for two weeks, feeding her as to put some flesh on her poor little naked body, and when her time was up, one of the employees thought of calling us. She was diagnosed adrenal, and put on monthly Lupron injections. At first, she only had hair on her legs and face. Steadily, she got more and more fur, but her belly and back stayed bare. After the addition of a Melatonin implant, she grew a full coat of fur. She no longer shivers in her nakedness! Sheila is a very playful sweet little girl. She is not fond of other ferrets, but she loves a human as a playmate. She is approximately 4 years old. And when playtime is over, she'll cuddle with you. She's a real darling.

Passed Away:
November 14, 2007

My little Oscar man. Little Oscar passed away recently of a perforation of his stomach. Mister "2 Kisses" was always a joy to be around, and could always be counted on to give you two kisses each and every time you picked him up. Always a friendly little man, he made his daily rounds of the apartment, sleeping and cuddling with all the fosters. He is sorely missed by his Mom and Dad, and especially by his loving sister Tala. Tala was with him when he passed away, and while sadly missing her big brother, is being well loved by Mom and Poppa, and will be forever. We miss you buddy, but we'll see you again.

Passed Away:
October 7, 2007

What can I say about this little guy? I had such a short opportunity to know and love him though his loss rocks me nonetheless. He was surrendered from an apparent loving home citing a new baby and not enough time for this sweet thing. They mentioned off hand that he seemed to be sleeping more and nothing else. His coat was soft and he appeared healthy and active though his weight felt lighter than it should have been under his healthy sheen. Two days later he was gone. I sat with him as the last of his soul departed for the rainbow bridge and was heartbroken at having somehow failed him. Based on what we saw, an undiagnosed stomach cancer was a likely culprit. It's moments like these that make the rescue business hard to bear but in the name if Max, and all our furry friends, we strive to move forward and continue to learn....even if it means taking our lessons from the 'hard way'. Rest in fun on the rainbow bridge my friend.

Passed Away:
July 18, 2007

Tinkerbell found a forever home along with Buttercup and Sid. She had medical problems from day one of her surrender but with TLC and her box of scented Pompoms, she blossomed. Her coat came back healthy and soft and she enjoyed her snug, squishy sleepy places with her other pals and going to the park. Her adoptive family misses her so much but knows that she's there now with her sister Buttercup.... they'll have to wait an awfully long time to see Sid again since he's healthy as a horse.

Passed Away:
July 11, 2007

Angel has petite features and looks like a little princess. Looks are deceiving, because this old girl has no trouble holding her own. She always has first dibs to all the best sleep spots. The only thing with Angel is she has quite a sharp nip when she's playing, though not in the least is it related to aggression. With experienced hands, she'll be fine. She does love to be held and loves to play with toys....though apparently it's best to avoid the ones that squeak. As far as how to label her for adoption, we'll have to keep her options open for now. Arrived with Max, Rocco, Mischief, Elmo, Hershey, Bailey, and Nicky.

Passed Away:
July 10, 2007

Goodbye my big Teddy Bear. You were one of the sweetest ferrets I've cared for and a real softie for cuddles. It hurt me to see you suffering from the effects of your diseases and yet you carried on without complaint. Your gentle disposition will be missed. Rest in peace my teddy bear.

Passed Away:
July 9, 2007

Storm was such an inspiration to everyone she met. She was deaf and adrenal (which rendered her ugly as she was almost entirely bald), yet nothing could dampen her spirits. Every day, she would simply wow others as she was usually the first one up and begging us to hurry and open the cage so she could come out and play. She would give us a few dooks and war dance steps before checking up on her mountain of toys (usually the cloth based toys that she preferred), which by the way, had to be stored in a particular order. One time she even managed to steal a rolled-up blanket that was bigger than she was, but couldn't get it to her stash because it wouldn't fit under the couch :-) Before she began her playtime, though, she'd insist on her serving of soup. If it wasn't presented quickly enough, you'd suffer a quick nip on the feet. RIP sweetie and may we meet again over the bridge.

Passed Away:
July 2007

Oscar was Felix's best friend in the world. We had a rough beginning, and I managed to get bitten rather firmly while taking him home. We never really bonded, but he was always inquisitive and determined, and I loved him well. He especially loved ferretone beyond anything else, except perhaps Felix. Despite many different sleeping places, six times out of ten I'd find them curled up somewhere. Oscar adored the 'rubber ball on a sturdy string' toy, which has since been buried with him. After Felix died, he was rather heartbroken. I tried to help him, but even then, 8 months after Felix had died, I noticed in one week that he suddenly lost a lot of weight so I took him to the Vet but there was nothing she could do and that he was in a lot of pain. Thus Oscar was put down, to join Felix over the rainbow bridge, where they're probably just a large lump of happy fur.

Passed Away:
June 29, 2007

Sweetie was first rescued by the employee of a local pet store. After a month, she realized that she was beyond her capacity for help, and called me up. That little girl ferret was a loving sweet creature, but neglect had left her a bag of bones, and a combination of lack of exercise and an unknown wasting illness left her unable to move. Despite loving care and good food, she steadily got worse and had to be put to sleep.

Passed Away:
June 20, 2007

This little sweetheart came to me from a loving home whose circumstances left Chelsea without the attention she deserved. Tearfully they said their goodbyes but with open arms, I and my family said our hellos. Chelsea won the hearts of all who met her right from the word 'go' and ran our chaotic home for almost two years. She didn't much care for other ferrets but was the most fantastic family pet, behaving more like a cat then a ferret. She never annihilated plant life or pillaged garbage cans or stole keys, although she had been known to sleep in the odd cheerio box atop the breakfast cereal that no one was particularily keen on eating anymore after her nap. She was never caged and spent her days puttering around her large home. She was very fond of cleaning her humans' ears, arms, ankles and so on....almost like a mother scrubbing her child vigorously....someone was always muttering, "....ow, Chelsea, yeesh, my eyebrows....good God...they're not that dirty.....ahgghhh....". Despite Chelsea's happy existence, she was plagued with a number of health issues in her time with us. She was on high dose prednisone for a year and unfortunately, the drug that saved her and prolonged her life also helped to end it. This time it was my family's turn to say our tearful goodbyes to a little girl who had become such an integral part of our home. So Chelsea girl......close your eyes now and then you'll be off to spend your days puttering around helping keep the heaven's angel's eyebrows clean. Remember though, you will be missed so dearly here and I will see you someday soon! Love your foster mum.

Passed Away:
June 13, 2007

This foster mum has not had an easy week with two beautiful surrenders leaving me before I've even had a chance to get to know them. What little I have seen of this wonderful girl was precious and I will hold that small token of Salt's personality close to my heart with all the other sweet kids that have come and gone far too soon. She was cherished in her home and just when her family thought they were doing the right thing at the right time, it became apparent that Salt had been battling a silent killer. We did try everything for her, knowing how much she had been loved but we found inoperable adrenal cancer that had invaded her vena cava and liver and we knew that to prolong treatment would force Salt to endure more pain and that would have been unfair. I had to say goodbye to another sweet face that I had only a brief time to hold......She's with friends now and I will see her again some day. Rest in peace dear girl......

Passed Away:
June 7, 2007

As a foster mum I see so many special fuzzies come through my home. I love them all and all have a special place in my heart. The ones that I hold dearest, though, are those that I never get a chance to know. Little Dora was one such ferret. Such a soft spoken, shy and sweet little girl that was with us the briefest of moments. Some fur kids don't tell their families they aren't feeling right and when they move into new homes, these issues can rear their ugly heads, as it was with Dora. It seems she was battling a form of bowel cancer, until she could fight it off no more. I knew, as I held her quiet form in my arms that it was now my decision to make, and I wouldn't let her suffer...she didn't deserve that. I wanted to hold on longer, I didn't really even know her, but she trusted me to make the right choice....and I did, despite my sadness. Goodbye dear little ferret....there are friends waiting for you on the rainbow bridge and I will join you all someday..............love your foster mum.

Passed Away:
May 3, 2007

Today I lost a special friend. Ellie, you were my very first ferret and had been with me for the past six and a half years. You brought much joy to my life and amazed me with your unceasingly curious and playful nature. You are the reason I love caring for ferrets so much and I thank you for bringing the fun of ferrets into my life. In some ways I am relieved that your suffering has ended. It pained me to see you struggle across the floor from the effects of Insulinoma and the meds you needed to control it. At least now you are free to romp and play again with Cassie and Jezabelle. Rest well my friend, you will always hold a special place in my heart.

Passed Away:
April 18, 2007

It is with a very heavy heart and great sadness that I bring this news of Sammy's passing. Despite our best efforts, Sammy continued to lose weight, and stopped eating all together. This morning we found her in a rigid seizure type state, and while waiting to see Doc Auger, Sammy died in Jen's arms. She was a joyous and radiant soul, a real sweetheart. She'll be sorely missed by Jack, her snuggle buddy, and especially by her mom and dad. She is now sleeping with Star, Jill, and Mushoe in our Ferret Memorial Garden. See you later baby.

Passed Away:
April 16, 2007

Pixie washes us with kisses. She loves to play and will occasionally nip to get attention. She is very mischievous. After suffering a number of months with unusually large organs, Pixie passed away in her sleep.

Passed Away:
April 12, 2007

You earned your name each and every day. Despite the regular seizures and the ever increasing dosages of pred, you always made sure to check every nook of the house to make sure nothing was amiss. Your had a very strong will and character and I admire you for it. I hope you meet up with your buddy Harley so that the two of you can return to the happy, playful days you once enjoyed. Take care my friend.

Passed Away:
April 12, 2007

You were always the shy, quiet guy. Always ready to just hang out with others without causing a ruckus. You took care of Sir Lancelot in his final days, cleaning him and keeping him warm. A true guardian. I hope that you are playing with all your friends who crossed the bridge before you. Your presence has certainly been missed, but I know your spirit will always live on.

Passed Away:
April 8, 2007

Sir Lancelot, your determination and will to live is an inspiration to us all. With all your ailments you continued to push forward even when most people had given up hope. I don't know how you managed to survive these past 6 months, but I am honoured to have been your chosen caretaker during your final days with us. Your presence will truly be missed, although your spirit will always remain with me. Rest in peace my little guy.

Passed Away:
March 28, 2007

Mr.Mushoe, you came to us in rough shape buddy. You were in a bad way, but you never let it get you down. Blind and deaf, you wouldn't let that stop you from puttering around and exploring your new world. In the short time you were with us you brought us such joy, and happiness. I'll miss your stinky kisses buddy, I'll miss your morning cuddles. Thanks for letting us love you, if only for a short time. Sleep well little man.

Passed Away:
March 14, 2007

Chewy joined my furry family in 2001, unwanted and left at the humane society. We guessed his age to be around 2 years. He was so quiet and had no idea what it meant to be snuggled or to have free roam and play time for most of every day. Never a stray nip and always a sweetheart, Chewy was cherished by everyone. He since learned to play and cuddle and schmooze for treats. As with all the fuzzies that pass through my life and home, he will be forever loved and sorely missed by all. Give ChiChi, Willie and Phoenix a big kiss for me when you get to the rainbow bridge! Till we meet again!

Passed Away:
March 2007

Felix was a gentle soul, and though it seemed like I almost needed to teach him how to play, how to take interest in the world, it was worth it. He was warm and soft, and loving. He managed at least two daring escapes, though he managed to get back home just fine, despite the worry involved. He was diagnosed with insulinoma, and ended up being medicated twice daily for over two years. At that point, the vet said that the medication dosage could no longer be raised, and that he needed surgery. After his surgery, he perked up, and despite regular blood tests, never needed more medication. A year or so after he had his surgery, he had been fine the night before, but when I woke up, he was cool and still. He was buried next to my first ferret, Zoom. Next to the out door cage they had both enjoyed. (The outdoor cage was connected to the indoor one- they could go in and out as they wished, year around) Ferret really loved towels and just sitting in the tube to outside with just his nose sticking out, smelling the air as the world went by.

Passed Away:
February 20, 2007

Buster crossed the rainbow bridge tonight. On the weekend, he had noticeable hind end weakness. Over the course of the next 3 days he went from being wobbly when he ran to being completely unable to use his hind legs. We'll never know what caused it - only that it was neurological and it was progressing rapidly. Not to mention he had a very large right adrenal tumor, a pronounced heart murmur, an extremely fast heart rate and a rapidly decreasing appetite. There was no chance of recovery. so we helped him cross the bridge peacefully. I'm going to miss watching him moving the jingle balls around, his cute black nose and his super soft fur.

Passed Away:
February 12, 2007

Sad news of both Mocha and Skyler the same morning in February. Mocha has been frail in the last several months. He had cancer in his adrenals (Lupron treatments kept him comfortable), pancreas (pediapred gave him almost a half year of regained weight and much friskiness), plus in January and February, he was fighting an infection on antibiotics. Alas, although his mind and attention were bright, his body gave out one morning in mid-February. His hind legs wouldn't support him, his tummy would not support even duck soup, and he refused even the delicious medicine. Later that morning, he went gently, thanks to a few puffs of anaesthetic. That very same morning, Skyler developed a urine blockage. Fortunately, he was only in puzzled discomfort and not in pain. He was examined (and relieved right away), but his prostate was found to be so enlarged that only invasive surgery would help, to only a very temporary effect. He too, thanks to gentle hands and the magic puffer, went quietly that same morning. Both were calm, being together with their lifelong cagemate, and neither were in distress or pain.

Passed Away:
February 12, 2007

Sad news of both Mocha and Skyler the same morning in February. Mocha has been frail in the last several months. He had cancer in his adrenals (Lupron treatments kept him comfortable), pancreas (pediapred gave him almost a half year of regained weight and much friskiness), plus in January and February, he was fighting an infection on antibiotics. Alas, although his mind and attention were bright, his body gave out one morning in mid-February. His hind legs wouldn't support him, his tummy would not support even duck soup, and he refused even the delicious medicine. Later that morning, he went gently, thanks to a few puffs of anaesthetic. That very same morning, Skyler developed a urine blockage. Fortunately, he was only in puzzled discomfort and not in pain. He was examined (and relieved right away), but his prostate was found to be so enlarged that only invasive surgery would help, to only a very temporary effect. He too, thanks to gentle hands and the magic puffer, went quietly that same morning. Both were calm, being together with their lifelong cagemate, and neither were in distress or pain.

Passed Away:
January 18, 2007

You were the most loveable, handsome, adorable little devil of a ferret. As you were our first ferret (along with your sister Bailey), thank you for your help in easing us into your wonderful world. With such an effortless integration, you helped pave the way for other wonderful souls who will enrich our lives. We will forever be grateful for the way that you enlightened our lives with your lovable quirks, particularly the way you used to trot around the house looking so pleased with yourself. Go with the satisfaction that you were adored and will always be missed. Other ferrets will come and go but you will never be replaced. Rest assured that we will look after your sister and your friends. Rest in peace and may we all be reunited one day over the bridge... Love, Mom & Dad.

Passed Away:
December 28, 2006

Winnie is a sweet little girl who loves to beg, play, dance and give kisses. Her favorite toy is stealing socks. She gets along well with other ferrets. We have estimated her age as she was found in a stable.

Passed Away:
December 6, 2006

Her health seems pretty good. She's a feisty one, and won't tolerate any other ferrets. She's still active and adorable, and a Duck Soup monster!

Passed Away:
December 3, 2006

Oh my Silly Jilly. You were so tiny, but you had such a huge heart, and a radiant spirit. You brightened our days baby girl. From the kisses in the middle of the night, to the kisses to wake us up, you were overflowing with love for your Mommy and Daddy, and your brother Jack. Your curiosity got you into trouble before, and you bounced back. I'm sorry I wasn't there to save you the last time. You rest now baby, Daddy and Mommy will take care of Jack, don't you worry. We'll see you later my little love. Jill passed away suddenly and tragically, a result of her curiosity, and an unforseen danger. She is survived by her Mother Jen and Father James, and her brother Jack, who will miss her dearly.

Passed Away:
October 31, 2006

Luna passed away peacefully last night. She was out and playing yesterday but when I checked today before leaving for work, I saw my bad news. She was spunky and full of attitude, but old and I can't have asked for a better way for her to go. She is already missed!

Passed Away:
October 4, 2006

It is with great sadness that I tell you that Harley (my youngest ferret) passed away today. He had been battling numerous tumors and was making progress (re-gaining weight, playing more), but took a turn for the worse this afternoon. By the time I arrived home, he had already crossed the rainbow bridge. I'm definitely going to miss his happy-go-lucky bouncy nature. Rest in peace my friend.

Passed Away:
October 3, 2006

Does not like other ferrets, but gets along with cats (likes to chase them). Also, needs more nip training so must be adopted to someone who has experience handling ferrets.

Passed Away:
September 26, 2006

Our little Grace's time had come, too quickly it always seems.....she captured the hearts of all who had the pleasure of meeting this tiny soul. She looked so frail and it was always a surprise when her crazy foster mum would wind her up and let her loose......everyone gasping in astonishment at her reckless abandon as she rocketed forward, backward and sideways on the couch and off the other side, only to continue across the floor before colliding into some other immovable object.....the tears of pity most certainly would change to tears of merriment. She was found abandoned and lonely, starving in the most horrible of circumstances, only to thrive under our love and care. Her name was chosen because it was with grace that she was found by us and she wore it well. Thank you, little one, for sharing this end piece of your life with us and may your soul continue to entertain all those unsuspecting over the rainbow bridge.......we'll see you soon.

Passed Away:
September 24, 2006

Buttercup (Princess Buttercup, as we call her) had to be put to sleep today. She couldn't stand on her own for long this morning, her heart had an arrhythmia, she was having difficulties breathing, and her gums were blueish. Last night she was fine, it happened so suddenly. I brought her to Alta Vista right away. The doctor thought he felt a large abdominal mass, and confirmed the arrhythmia. She looked like she was in a lot of pain, and with that and her age, we decided to have her put to sleep. She had a lot of fun here. She enjoyed at least two long playtimes everyday, walks outsides, lots of toys and friends and treats. She was very loved, and she will be very missed. I'm glad I had the chance to know her, brief though it seemed.

Passed Away:
September 20, 2006

Originally part of a group of 5 including Gherkin, Paws and Badger.

Passed Away:
July 24, 2006

 

Passed Away:
July 23, 2006

 

Passed Away:
July 8, 2006

This little darling was one of my very first official surrenders. He was soft and sweet and full of rubber....literally......My family and I kept him close to our hearts for as long as possible until the right adoptive home arrived....and they did......off Hershey went, to spend his days loose and part of a loving forever home.....Forever in the life of a ferret is certainly not long enough. His family, and we at the Ferret Rescue, will miss him dearly but know that where he's going there will be endless rubber to chew.............:)

Passed Away:
June 22, 2006

My poor, sweet, lovable Ty. You fought so hard to keep going, but in the end it was too much for you. A severe heart murmer, an enlarged heart, fluid in your lungs and chest and a rapidly deteriorating rear end made it virtually impossible for you to enjoy your life. I am so sorry to see you go... you stole my heart the day you came and you will always be in my thoughts.