Post by Heather on Apr 16, 2016 12:59:37 GMT -5
Name: Kala
HF Forum Username: kalamae0
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older: yes!
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets? A group I joined on Facebook after getting my girls
2. Please describe the type of diet you would like assistance in switching your ferret(s) to. Be sure to include if you are interested in feeding whole prey (live or frozen-thawed) and if you are wanting to FULLY switch to a natural diet or PARTIALLY. If you are unsure what kind of diet you want to put your ferrets on, please express that and we can help you find the best type of natural diet for your ferret.
I do not want to feed live or whole prey but will switch to 100% raw
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I've recently made the switch to a raw diet for my dogs and it has done wonders for them!
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It requires a commitment of several months at minimum. Your HF Mentor will be more than happy to assist you in switching your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as committed. The switch takes time and effort every single day. It can also be extremely frustrating at times. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc), or limited time due to work, then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing and realistically able to make the neccessary time commitment?
I am!
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight? How long have you had each ferret for?
I have 3 female Marshalls ferrets I got on 4-2-16.
Meeka is just over a year old, her previous owner told me she has eaten raw previously but was switched back to kibble. Healthy weight.
Marlowe I got from someone of Facebook who hasn't told me her precious diet. She's about 2 years old. Healthy weight. Took to the chicken heart as egg I offered the best out of the three.
Salem I got from the same girl as Marlowe. She sleeps a lot. Could be slightly underweight? She's a small girl though so I could be wrong and she could be a healthy weight. 2-3 years old.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of
Totally ferret. I want to feed go! Fit + free if not raw. They have had ferretone and ferretvite
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
I offered them each a chicken heart, Salem wouldn't touch it, Marlowe and Meeka ate them. I got them all to try a little egg (Salem didn't want it though) that I offered by no chicken gizzard.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
These are my first ferrets and I am trying my best to be the best ferret mommy I can!
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Fulltime
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Salem (left) Marlowe (right) Meeka is not in this photo. Sorry I couldn't get a Bette done of them all!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program . In a little while your mentor (Machan), will introduce herself and you can get started on a new adventure in natural ferret care and diets. Please remember to post regularly (daily or as per arranged with your mentor) so that your mentor can assist you move along safely in this adventure. If you experience computer difficulties or are going to be away, please notify your mentor and most of all relax and have fun :thumbsup: . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao
HF Forum Username: kalamae0
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older: yes!
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets? A group I joined on Facebook after getting my girls
2. Please describe the type of diet you would like assistance in switching your ferret(s) to. Be sure to include if you are interested in feeding whole prey (live or frozen-thawed) and if you are wanting to FULLY switch to a natural diet or PARTIALLY. If you are unsure what kind of diet you want to put your ferrets on, please express that and we can help you find the best type of natural diet for your ferret.
I do not want to feed live or whole prey but will switch to 100% raw
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I've recently made the switch to a raw diet for my dogs and it has done wonders for them!
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It requires a commitment of several months at minimum. Your HF Mentor will be more than happy to assist you in switching your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as committed. The switch takes time and effort every single day. It can also be extremely frustrating at times. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc), or limited time due to work, then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing and realistically able to make the neccessary time commitment?
I am!
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight? How long have you had each ferret for?
I have 3 female Marshalls ferrets I got on 4-2-16.
Meeka is just over a year old, her previous owner told me she has eaten raw previously but was switched back to kibble. Healthy weight.
Marlowe I got from someone of Facebook who hasn't told me her precious diet. She's about 2 years old. Healthy weight. Took to the chicken heart as egg I offered the best out of the three.
Salem I got from the same girl as Marlowe. She sleeps a lot. Could be slightly underweight? She's a small girl though so I could be wrong and she could be a healthy weight. 2-3 years old.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of
Totally ferret. I want to feed go! Fit + free if not raw. They have had ferretone and ferretvite
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
I offered them each a chicken heart, Salem wouldn't touch it, Marlowe and Meeka ate them. I got them all to try a little egg (Salem didn't want it though) that I offered by no chicken gizzard.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
These are my first ferrets and I am trying my best to be the best ferret mommy I can!
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Fulltime
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Salem (left) Marlowe (right) Meeka is not in this photo. Sorry I couldn't get a Bette done of them all!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program . In a little while your mentor (Machan), will introduce herself and you can get started on a new adventure in natural ferret care and diets. Please remember to post regularly (daily or as per arranged with your mentor) so that your mentor can assist you move along safely in this adventure. If you experience computer difficulties or are going to be away, please notify your mentor and most of all relax and have fun :thumbsup: . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao