Her name is because she has ruby red eyes. I did consider names relating to her short tail, but I realised it was undignified to do so, although I nickname her “Shorty” for the obvious reason . She was part of the 2007 litter raised by my friend Fred, there was eight in total, five Jills and three Hobs. Not only is her tail short, but she is  also the second deaf ferret I have owned, both have been albinos. Subsequently I discovered her brothers Bill and Archie are also deaf.
She is very lively and friendly. Her ex-cage mate was Lucy who was her opposite, except for the friendliness. Ruby has shared cages with Lucy, Susie, Grace, Kitty and is currently (December 2011) with Jenny and Beryl.

Ruby’s brothers.

Ruby top,  Grace with her head in an old boot.