Post by Heather on Mar 10, 2014 18:06:25 GMT -5
Name: Audra
HF Forum Username: littlebea
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
HF Forum
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've begun to switch her to a raw diet. Eventually, I think she will transition to a completely raw diet. Not interested in whole prey at this time.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
Bea has adrenal disease and possibly insulinoma. I believe switching to a raw diet will improve her health and hopfully lengthen her lifespan.
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?
Definitely, without a doubt.
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?
Bea is estimated to be around 4 or 5 years old. I adopted her in 2010. Recently she has lost weight and her fur is thinning. She was just diagnosed with Adrenal Disease and will be tested for insulinoma tomorrow.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
Bea has been eating wysong epigen 90 in combination with totally ferret turkey and venison. (70/30)
I had her on the ferretvit but recently took her off it due to its sugar content.
As of 1/17/14 she has been eating at least two meals a day of raw soup.
I also give her omega 3 fish oil.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Bea is getting the implant tomorrow. Her stools have become loose since starting her on soupies. I tried pumpkin, but now thinking it's best to not for fear she has insulinoma.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Everyday
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
This is before I started her on soupies (sorry not the best photo, cute though!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program (wave) . In a little while your mentor (Hurricanekatt) 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 (dance) . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao
HF Forum Username: littlebea
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
HF Forum
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've begun to switch her to a raw diet. Eventually, I think she will transition to a completely raw diet. Not interested in whole prey at this time.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
Bea has adrenal disease and possibly insulinoma. I believe switching to a raw diet will improve her health and hopfully lengthen her lifespan.
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?
Definitely, without a doubt.
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?
Bea is estimated to be around 4 or 5 years old. I adopted her in 2010. Recently she has lost weight and her fur is thinning. She was just diagnosed with Adrenal Disease and will be tested for insulinoma tomorrow.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
Bea has been eating wysong epigen 90 in combination with totally ferret turkey and venison. (70/30)
I had her on the ferretvit but recently took her off it due to its sugar content.
As of 1/17/14 she has been eating at least two meals a day of raw soup.
I also give her omega 3 fish oil.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Bea is getting the implant tomorrow. Her stools have become loose since starting her on soupies. I tried pumpkin, but now thinking it's best to not for fear she has insulinoma.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Everyday
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
This is before I started her on soupies (sorry not the best photo, cute though!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program (wave) . In a little while your mentor (Hurricanekatt) 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 (dance) . Your mentor is here to help you on this journey.
ciao