Shipping

[Janet Morrow]

I don't want to get into the middle of this mess.  I respect those on both sides of this issue.  I do not believe that this is a matter that can possible be settled in this forum.  The majority of people here have already taken one side or the other.   Is it possible to find a way to bring all members together?  What is we tried to work with a number of delivery services.  For example UPS or Federal Express.  At this time neither of these companies is willing to transport live animals.  Is there a way to write to these, and other companies as well, to see is there is some way to set up an humane way to ship animals.   It may be possible with some work that one of these companies may agree to ship animals overnight express.    For many who love gerbils and wish to breed them shipping presents a major problem.  The market is very limited in many rural locations.  On the other hand we often hear of breeders and others seeking gerbils, but not finding them in their area.   Instead of fighting each other, why not try to come together as one.  We could check the regulations that control shipping with private companies.  I have spoken to our local bus line, and they have agreed to ship my gerbils for me.  They would be transported inside of the bus to guarantee their safety.   This is just a thought.  We get no where in criticizing and tearing each other apart.  It would be great to bring an important change in shipping, both for the breeders and the gerbils!   thank you, Janet