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The Ferret Roadshow

The man behind the Ferret Roadshow is zoologist, author, writer and broadcaster James McKay, an articulate and captivating speaker who has had over 30 years' experience of ferrets and ferreting, and enjoys an international reputation as one of the foremost authorities on the subject, even being known in some quarters as "The Ferret Man". Former Chief Executive of the UK's National Federation of Zoos, James is a professional lecturer, and founder of The National Ferret School, whose Latin motto translates to "Improving the ferret's lot through education", aptly summing up the School's raison d'être.

Throughout Ferret Roadshow events, James talks authoritatively and entertainingly about both ferrets and ferreting, his many years of practical experience, boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm of the subject showing. He knows his animals well, and the rapport between animal and handler is clear for all to see. This relationship ensures that the animals are easy and safe for anyone to handle. James will not allow the public to put either themselves or the ferrets at risk in any way.

He is so concerned about the welfare of both ferrets and public that, under the auspices of The National Ferret School, he produced and published a code of conduct for organisers of ferret displays. A copy of this code is reproduced below.

The stand is open to the public throughout the event, and people are actively encouraged to participate and ask questions on all aspects of ferrets and ferreting - whether these questions are based on practical considerations, or are purely academic.

The Ferret Roadshow will be appearing at the following shows:

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