Princess Flash

On June 28th, 2008, Princess Flash came from St. Charles to join the family at Zoo`s Ferret Sanctuary.

The woman who called us explained that her eight year old son had become allergic to the ferret. They wanted to be sure she would have a good home. They wanted to know where she would be.

The ferret had lived her first four years as a male named Flash, but after "he" had escaped, a couple weeks ago, the person who found "him" broke the news that Flash was a girl!! The little boy had re-named her "Princess" for the remaining two weeks they had her.

Because we already had a Princess (Jennifer`s group) and a Flash (The Squirrels) we decided together on the name Princess Flash.

When I asked if they would like to sponsor Princess Flash, I explained that even $5.00 a month would help---and that every dollar counted towards food. The little boy reached into his pocket and pulled out a dollar bill, folded in fourths. He grinned, as he proudly handed it to me. I was reminded of the Bible story where the woman put the two coins into the collection plate. To most, it didn`t look like much---but to HER, it was everything she HAD! A most generous gift.... I was so touched that this little boy was willing to give everything he had, to help Princess Flash. It was one of the most memorable donations we have ever had, here. After Jakob gave me his dollar, his mom contributed too.

I`m very impressed with the message this mother has given her son. Although they can`t keep the ferret, they have not just dumped her. They do want occasional updates, and may return for a visit, whenever they would like to.

Princess Flash has a mast cell tumor on her back. We`re watching it carefully. She may need surgery to remove it, at some point. She is also on meds for low blood glucose.

Picture coming soon!

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