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Post by Sherry on Dec 18, 2012 13:26:57 GMT -5
You can use either canned or fresh pumpkin. But with fresh you need to cook it. The eggshell has to dry before you grind it, or you wind up with a big mess  You can also use bonemeal powder. Just be sure to get human grade. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 14:00:40 GMT -5
Awesome, thanks for the reply. I have an abundance of canned pumpkin, Im glad I finally have a better use for it than pie
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 14:50:04 GMT -5
If using canned make sure it is pure pumpkin with no spices or additives (ie, not pie filling).
As for uses beyond pie, the sky is the limit! Trifles, cakes, bars, pancakes, waffles, muffins/bread, as filling mixed with cream cheese for french toast..... (pumpkin addict here)
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 20:28:53 GMT -5
So I've seen soup recipes on here that say to use both 1 oz heart and I've seen to use 2oz heart. Also, I have seen 1/2tsp bonemeal and 1/4tsp bonemeal. Which of each of these is correct?
I have been following the soup recipe on the Mentoring thread:
8oz meat
2oz liver
1oz heart
1/2tsp bonemeal
1tbsp pumpkin
is this not OK?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 20:36:34 GMT -5
I would say adding extra heart is always a good idea as long as stools are still okay. I find my fuzzies do better with more calcium/bone than less. The amount is definitely variable for ferret. If stools are formed, you're probably doing just fine. Dry stools = too much calcium.
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Post by Sherry on Dec 18, 2012 22:38:29 GMT -5
Agreed! Pay attention to your fuzz's stools. That is always the first indicator of a problem  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 22:40:11 GMT -5
This is likely the only place people won't think I'm weird for counting poops lol
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Post by Sherry on Dec 18, 2012 22:43:21 GMT -5
Since a ferret processes their food so fast- poops are important! So no-poop talks are pretty normal here as are poop pics ;D |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2012 23:16:10 GMT -5
Lol, I think I love this place
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Post by Deleted on Dec 19, 2012 16:38:37 GMT -5
Earlier today while I was changing and cleaning their cage they ate 3 1/2 tbs of soup. I saw each tasting it at one point or another but not sure exactly who finished it off.
If I can ever get the cubes out of the tray how many cubes is a serving per ferret?
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Post by Sherry on Dec 19, 2012 19:29:16 GMT -5
However much they'll eat? ;D Seriously, right now it's going to be trial and error to find out how much they'll eat in one sitting, and each will be different.
To get them out a bit easier, run warm water over the back of the tray. You should be able to pop them out by twisting the tray then.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 20, 2013 13:28:55 GMT -5
I just made my first raw soup last night, and I really enjoyed it! I used to make a partially cooked soup for Spencer and Priscilla, but I found this much easier, and I really enjoyed measuring. It made it more like a "real" soup, instead of just opening cans and blending them together! My new boys Merlin and Hermes will have their first taste of it tonight!! Can't wait  |
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Post by Heather on Apr 20, 2013 17:06:17 GMT -5
Good luck ciao |
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Post by Sherry on Apr 20, 2013 20:53:54 GMT -5
Fingers crossed, and hopefully you don't get the yuck reaction ;D Seriously though- don't be surprised by ANY reaction you get!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 13, 2013 15:31:40 GMT -5
Great idea on using the oil! I will have to try that. And all of you who keep soup in the diet for sick times, and to keep them used to it are geniuses!! I am learning so much great stuff from you guys. |
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