PRIZE #1 - FIFTEEN HANDMADE HAMMIES!

This beautiful and unusual prize set includes 15 split pocket hammies in various colors and patterns, made and donated by Nancy Busso! The sizes vary, averaging 15" x 20". All are made from fleece with grommets and hooks, and all come with their own braided fleece toy.

There will be one winner of this prize, but the hammies will be split thusly:

* five hammocks go to the prize winner;

* five hammocks go to the shelter of the winner's choice; and

* five hammocks go to the Ferret Business of Georgia.

What a great idea!! Thanks, Nancy!

PRIZE #2 - GORGEOUS ENID GROVES FERRET PRINT!

This is a companion to the extremely popular print we offered in our previous raffle, by Seattle artist Enid Groves. This oh-so-adorable print measures 9” x 12” and shows a group of ferret friends playing in a field. The detail is amazing! The prize is only the print (no frame or mat). Donated by Lisa Oestereich.

PRIZE #3 - SWEET SUMMER FERRET GIFT BASKET

This set includes bedding, treats and toys tucked inside an adorable 12" x 9" x 6" (plus handles) garden tote by Debbie Mumm from JoAnn Fabrics. The bedding fabric is a bright, sunny "farm" pattern on superthick ivory fleece on the outside, and kelly green anti-pill fleece on the other. Cuddle cup measures 10.5" x 5.5" and the beautiful "Deep Sleep" pocket hammie measures 13" x 20.5". Both pieces come with triple-sewn grosgrain ribbon and the hammie has swivel hooks included as well. Fully machine washable and dryable - no exposed batting! This prize set also includes a matching fleece rattle toy, a rattle ball and a ferret-approved dangle toy, a 4lb. bag of Zupreem food, a 16 oz. bottle of Ferretone and 8 oz. tube of Ferretvite, and two bags of Bandits treats in chicken and banana flavors. Bedding made and set donated by Susann Thiel.

PRIZE #4 - WHAT A CROC!

This set includes four large 20 oz. heavy duty, unbreakable plastic crock food dishes that mount securely to the side of a cage with clamp bracket and tightening knob. Dishwasher safe.

And ...... deck out your Crocs with this set of four ferret croc charms – two ferret charms and two DOOK charms. All donated by Lisa Oestereich.

PRIZE #5 - FERRET-SHAPED SOAP AND ELEANOR MEADE FERRET PEN!

This prize set includes a beautiful handmade ferret pen by the very talented Eleanor Meade. The ferret on top is an adorable silver mitt sitting atop a lovely pastel-colored pen cover. The pen is refillable.

The ferret handsoap, from Saanen Products, is made with all natural ingredients (oatmeal, olive oil, goats milk, etc.). Perfect for your guest bathroom or even around the kitchen sink. Soap measures approx. 4 ½” long and 3” high. Donated by Lisa Oestereich.

PRIZE #6 - FREESTANDING HAMMIE & CROCHETED TOYS

Made by our friends at the Crafty Weasels sewing group, this freestanding hammie stand comes complete with a hanging hammie and matching sack. Made from a beautiful, yellow cotton butterfly print on the outside and anti-pill fleece on the inside (please note, the solid color is much more purple than in this photo!). The hammie measures 16.5" long x 13.5" wide. The matching sack is 19.5" x 14". Also included in this beautiful set are six adorable crocheted toys for the furkids. Many thanks to all the members of Crafty Weasels!

PRIZE #7 - FLOWER SHAPED KRACKLE SACK AND HANDMADE POCKET HAMMIE

Crack open the fun with this 19" Ferret Krackle Sack. The crackle paper embedded in the petals makes a noise that ferrets love. Each "petal" makes a different sound. Surprise! A sturdy rattle ball is hidden inside. When playtime is over, ferrets enjoy snuggling inside the warm fleece for a nap. Cute flower design is comfy and practical in a washable fabric. Removable fleece lining allows for spot cleaning.

This prize set also includes a soft and spacious anti-pill fleece split hammie in matching colors. The supersize hammie measures 12.5" x 24". The long but narrow shape is ideal for multistory cages and accommodates multiple ferrets in superb comfort. Triple-sewn grosgrain ribbon loops and swivel hooks for easy hanging are included. Made and donated by Susann Thiel.

PRIZE #8 - PEZ SET (THREE WINNERS)

A prize as sweet as can be! This hard-to-find Pez dispenser is a classic! Comes packaged with two candy refills. There will be three winners for this prize, of one Pez package each. Donated by Ann Gruden.

PRIZE #9 - BIG BUCKET OF TOYS!

No, not for ferrets - this prize is for the other kids! An easy way to keep the little ones entertained in the car, at the picnic or beach, or while visiting, this sturdy green Lexan bucket includes something for everyone. The prize includes three coloring books with stickers, two boxes of crayons and a box of colored markers, Play Doh pots, bingo and bubbles, two card games, a toy motorcycle, two water balls, a pool-safe racket ball set, Sour Patch candies and a popsicle-making set. Donated by Susann Thiel.

PRIZE #10 - STUNNING SOFT CARRIER AND MATCHING ROBE

Haute couture for ferrets!! We wish a photograph could do justice to this beautiful item. Handmade in England by Ferret Couture of the UK, the carrier is made of a gorgeous Oriental print satin fabric with dragons, peacocks and chrysanthemums in gold, with turquoise and red highlights on a deep purple background. It has a clip inside to secure your critter It's plushly padded, has two soft, black shoulder straps and a removable inside cushion. At approximately 11"L x 6.5"W x 8"H, there's plenty of room for your ferret - or even a little dog. The carrier comes with a matching ferret-size Oriental robe.

You will also enjoy the adorable little pendant in silver tone (not metal), with a non-removable photo of a ferret inside. Donated by Juliana Quadrozzi.

PRIZE #11 - **NEW - BLACK FOOTED FERRET ADOPTION PACKAGE!

Adopt an endangered black footed ferret from Prairie Wildlife Research! Your adopted ferret will be Peanut, son of Georgia and Butch. Peanut was born at the National Zoo and was featured on the zoo's Ferret Web Cam!

This wonderful prize package includes:

• a certificate of adoption;
• a biography of your adopted ferret and a color photograph;
• a magnet and species information; and
• updates about your adopted black-footed ferret and species recovery!

You will also receive an adorable stuffed black footed ferret stuffed toy, and a commemorative pin.

In addition, this prize includes a BFF Kid’s Kit with a copy of "The Ferret Capture," a book by 10-year-old Andrew Licht documenting his adventures night-spotting and capturing ferrets near his home in South Dakota; plus, a series of BFF temporary tattoos and BFF activity sheets.

The revenue from BFF adoption packages go directly toward black-footed ferret recovery efforts and purchase supplies such as vaccines, identification microchips, and other equipment used for captive breeding and reintroduction.

Many thanks to Sharon Bearden for donating this terrific prize!

*PRIZE #12 - *NEW! - MELATONIN IMPLANTS!

The benefits of Melatek's melatonin implants for ferrets have been well-known for years. This prize package includes five (5) single use, preloaded 4.7 mg implants!

The melatonin implant provides an effective treatment for adrenal disease by both fighting the adverse effects of the disease and by stimulating new hair growth.

Melatonin can also:

• promote weight gain and muscle growth;


• reduce dry, itchy skin and musky odor;


• reduce difficulties with urination;


• reduce aggressive behavior;


• ease your ferret's stress and anxiety; and


• assist with pre- and post-surgical intervention of adrenal disease.

Melatonin is compatible with other drugs used to fight adrenal disease!

Thank you to Sharon Bearden for donating this terrific prize!