The Mischievous Mustelid presents Tonks Talk.

      Good morning, and welcome to a special mid-week version of Tonks Talk. Today, we are coming to you from the Lane area ferret shelter, where we are joined by a few more amazing ferrets searching for that forever home. https://www.laneferrets.org/ 

Gandalf

Mid-week shows are special for me as I was a shelter baby, as are my brothers and sisters. I encourage anyone searching for pets to do their research on vets, foods, behaviors, and such, visit local shelters, and get to know some of the available animals. Who knows, your very next best friend may just be waiting for you.

So, without further ado, let's get started.

T. Good morning, and welcome to this special edition of Tonks Talk, where we are joined by Gandalf, Mash Potato, and Rico Suave from the Lane Area Ferret Shelter. https://www.laneferrets.org/  (Reaches forth a paw towards Gandalf in a welcoming gesture.) Gandalf, let's start off with you. Welcome to the show, and thank you for joining me today.

G. Thank you so much for having me. We have been so excited to have our turn on the show. So many of the ferrets that have joined you have found homes lately. 

T. (smiles): So true, and thanks for the reminder. Skeeter, Blaze, Booboo, Jackson, Whiskey, and Malachite have all been adopted. A few senior ferrets have also left for the Rainbow Bridge in the last few months. Sana, Rosie, and Slinky dance and dook in peace. 

Sana

Slinky

I Don't have a photo of Rosie to share. However, I will update if one becomes available.

(Everyone pauses for a moment out of respect)

T. Gandalf, let's get started. It says here that you were born 10/16/18, which makes you approximately three and a half years old. You are handsome and silver in color. What can you tell me about yourself and what brought you to the shelter?

G. Hmmm. I guess I'm just your average ferret. I enjoy naps and play as much as any other. But, of course, I have two brothers you will all get to meet next. As for what brings us, (Looks at his brothers accusingly and continues) some of us just don't know how to behave.

RS. You're one to talk!

MP. yeah. Well, maybe if you didn't, (vomits) oops, sorry about that, didn't bite so much we wouldn't be here.

T. (Looks on in bewilderment)

G. There you go, accusing me when you vomit all over the place. Maybe if... (breaks off as Tonks cuts in)

T. Enough! (Looks at Mash Potato) You ok, dear? 

MP. (looking embarrassed) I am now sorry. Sometimes I get a nervous stomach. (Looks around for a towel, but Obi is there to clean it up.)

T. (Smiles warmly at MP.) I understand, and it's nothing to be embarrassed about. You guys are going through a lot. (Looks back at Gandalf.) So, I guess it's safe to just say you are at the shelter because of behavioral issues. (Glances at all three; they nod and look down, ashamed.) What if I told you guys I was at the shelter for the same reason. 

G. (looking surprised.) You were?

T. Yep. (with a sly look) I still get a timeout every once in a while. (Everyone looks to the back of the room as a laugh can be heard, and Obi mumbles something.) (Clears throat) yes. Well, it's a common reason pets come to the shelter. 

G. (Gasps) I had no idea. 

T. Sometimes, Humans don't do enough research and take on too much. That's why I am so thankful for shelters. Don't worry. There are many humans out there who understand "behavior" issues and will be able to help and give you all a loving home. 

(All Smile)

Mash Potato

T. Mash Potato, Also born on 10/16/18, so three and a half, and a very cute albino in color. (Winks and Daddy can be heard in the background saying, "Stay focused, dear.") (Tonks blushes and coughs) What can you tell me about yourself?

MP. (Blushing) Thank you for that welcome. I guess I'm not much different than the others.

G. Except for the stomach thing.

MP. (Mumbles "Except for the stomach thing," Mocking G's voice)

T. (Immediately cuts in) What can you say about the tummy issue, Potato?

MP. (Shrugs) It's just a nervous stomach. Sometimes, I vomit for no reason, but I'm much better after a couple of doses of Famotidine. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a687011.html. 

T. Make sure to use any and all medications under the direction of a veterinarian. 

Rico Suave

T. (Turning towards Rico) Welcome, Rico. Same birthdate and age. 10/16/18, three and one-half years old, and a "Chocolate" sable in color. Anything you would like to add?

RS. Very little. I'm better looking than the others and much more intelligent.

G. You wish! ( Reaches over to cuff RS)

RS. (Lunges over to nip G.)

(General Chaos ensues. Tonks talks over the cacophony)

T. (with a straight face) well, as you can see, these three need an experienced hand and home. They are all nippy, not break the skin bite, but nippy and painful. They were all surrendered on 10/16/21 for "Behavioral issues" and must go together. 

RS. (sits back down at the mic. MP, G, and Obi are wrestling in the background)

T. So Rico, how do people get to meet you?

RS. First, they will need to contact the shelter and conduct a phone interview. Then, if approved, they will schedule a time to visit and take us home. 

T. (Gets a twinkle in her eyes.) I will never forget the day my humans came to visit me. Would you like to share the shelter information with everyone?

RS. Sure. So It's the Lane area Ferret Shelter and Rescue, located in Eugene, Oregon. The Phone number is (541)484-1090. https://www.laneferrets.org/

T. Thank you for that, Rico, and thank you to you and your brothers for visiting today. I look forward to hearing any updates.

RS. Thank you for having us. (gets up, runs over, and jumps on the pile.)

T. And that's gonna do it for today's edition of Tonks Talk. Thank you for joining, and I look forward to seeing you all again on Friday. Till then, Take care.

Nymphadora.

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