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DATED PRESS RELEASE March 8, 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                      Contact: L. Vanessa Gruden
                                                                                      Phone: 860.247.1275
                                                                                      E-Mail: LVGruden@ferret-fact.org

Ferret Fun Festival to be held in Wallingford

On April 17, 2010 the Wallingford Grange Hall will host a Ferret Frolic event from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.

A fun festival is an event for owners of domestic pet ferrets to meet other owners, play interactive games with their pets, learn about health care, and shop for exclusive ferret-related supplies and gifts.

Featured will be light-hearted contests such as Tube Races and plastic Bowling Pin Knockdowns. Trained judges will evaluate animals in Specialty Rings, where participants are judged primarily on their pets’ grooming and temperament. Vendors will include Clara’s Creations, ferret artwork by wildlife artist Clara Rodriguez, and Ferret Treasures, a manufacturer of ferret bedding. Tamara von Ouhl, ferret shelter operator from New Jersey, will offer dental scaling and ear cleaning/nail clipping. Sally Gosselin of Kindred Spirit Animal Massage will provide massage sessions for ferrets.

The Ferret Association of Connecticut (FACT), a nonprofit humane organization that operates a dedicated shelter for domestic pet ferrets and provides free information about care of these friendly companion animals, is the event sponsor. A large Silent Auction of ferret & human prizes will be held. Event and auction proceeds benefit FACT, Inc.

Owners are asked to bring a secure pet taxi and harness/leash for their pets. Participating animals should be current on both canine distemper and rabies vaccinations. Food/beverages will be available onsite.

Admission is $5 for adults, $1 for children under 12. Entry fees per ferret, per entry, are $1 for fun games and $6 for Specialty Rings. Dental scaling is $25. Ear cleaning/nail clipping and ear mite exam are $10 and $5, respectively. Pet massages are $10 for a 10-minute session. The Wallingford Grange is located at 586 Center Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Directions and further information can be found at www.ferret-fact.org/events.