Post by Sherry on Apr 18, 2011 10:21:32 GMT -5
Name: Suzie
HF Forum Username:suzieszoo
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Online research, various sites.
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 would like assistance providing my ferrets with a varied diet, which I wish to include live prey. I may be able to go fully natural, if it looks like my ferrets are thriving on it.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
Our family is very health oriented, our pets are currently fed some commercial, and some natural diets. Every pet has different needs and what works for one does not always work out for another. We just want to give the best possible to our pets.
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It can be a commitment of several weeks or even months. Your HF Mentor will be more then happy to assist you in switchng your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as commited. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, or if you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc) then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing to make the commitment?
Very willing to take things gradually. The animals are all a big part of our day and we have the time to provide what is necessary.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Currently have two rescued ferrets, Maisey Mae is a spayed Marshall's female of unknown age, seemingly young-has white teeth, weight normal. Ollie is neutered Marshall's male, booklet came with dated Jan 3, 2010, seems underweight, had a poopy bottom but stools seem normal today and after he ate-I just got him late Friday, he was rejected by a pet store and would have had to spend the weekend with a truck driver (probably on the truck:( )
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
8 in one Ultimate, was switching Maisey to Wysong archetypal -1 ....Furo tone and chicken baby food right now.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not really just started the chicken baby food, she refused it at the start, likes it now...the new ferret Ollie has Marshall's I want him to de-stress first worried about his health- (going to vet asap.)
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Ollie had a poopy bottom Friday night when I got him, but stools seem normal today and after he ate-I just got him late Friday, he was rejected by a pet store and would have had to spend the weekend with a truck driver (probably on the truck:( )
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Several times daily.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Only have photo of Maisey right now..I will try to post pic not sure how-
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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 . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao
HF Forum Username:suzieszoo
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Online research, various sites.
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 would like assistance providing my ferrets with a varied diet, which I wish to include live prey. I may be able to go fully natural, if it looks like my ferrets are thriving on it.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
Our family is very health oriented, our pets are currently fed some commercial, and some natural diets. Every pet has different needs and what works for one does not always work out for another. We just want to give the best possible to our pets.
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It can be a commitment of several weeks or even months. Your HF Mentor will be more then happy to assist you in switchng your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as commited. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, or if you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc) then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing to make the commitment?
Very willing to take things gradually. The animals are all a big part of our day and we have the time to provide what is necessary.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Currently have two rescued ferrets, Maisey Mae is a spayed Marshall's female of unknown age, seemingly young-has white teeth, weight normal. Ollie is neutered Marshall's male, booklet came with dated Jan 3, 2010, seems underweight, had a poopy bottom but stools seem normal today and after he ate-I just got him late Friday, he was rejected by a pet store and would have had to spend the weekend with a truck driver (probably on the truck:( )
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
8 in one Ultimate, was switching Maisey to Wysong archetypal -1 ....Furo tone and chicken baby food right now.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not really just started the chicken baby food, she refused it at the start, likes it now...the new ferret Ollie has Marshall's I want him to de-stress first worried about his health- (going to vet asap.)
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Ollie had a poopy bottom Friday night when I got him, but stools seem normal today and after he ate-I just got him late Friday, he was rejected by a pet store and would have had to spend the weekend with a truck driver (probably on the truck:( )
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Several times daily.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Only have photo of Maisey right now..I will try to post pic not sure how-
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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 . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao