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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2015 22:13:00 GMT -5
Oh crap, you're right I had pictures too. I will post those as soon as I get on the comp (can't seem to post then from my phone ...)
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2015 9:26:25 GMT -5
Part of a hip bone of a rabbit. This is about as big as the pieces get This is about as big as I leave the rib fragments And these are about the average size of the slivers. Some are a little smaller and some a little bigger And again, I feel terrible about not keeping you updated. Hopefully this helps and I will FORCE myself to post more. Everyone is doing well, btw. Weights will be psoted later today PROMISE!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 13, 2015 12:43:36 GMT -5
Fail I'm I *sigh*
Weights are now: Claire 21.56 Leon 32.90 Jake 35.50 Daisy 27.50 Peach 28.50 ~~~~ Argis 40.25 Belrand 33.25
Everyone's looking very good, btw!
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Post by Celene on Jun 13, 2015 15:47:43 GMT -5
Glad to hear it! As far as I can tell, all your ferrets are doing great, and you're doing everything right!
In order for you to graduate the mentoring program there are two requirements:
1. Final Exam (see below)
2. Post a final weekly menu (it can be either what you're currently feeding, a past menu, or a hypothetical one)
Final Exam
1. What are some good emergency taurine sources if you run out of heart?
2. Give 2 examples each of muscle meat, edible bones, and organs.
3. What is a healthy diet item that can be used for hairballs, and his often should you give it?
4. Why are cooked bones dangerous and raw bones safe?
5. List 3 organs aside from liver.
6. Are leaner meats better for your ferret or fattier meats?
Good luck!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 19, 2015 8:00:49 GMT -5
1. What are some good emergency taurine sources if you run out of heart? An Additional source of Taurine is contained within the dark meat of chicken. The fresher the meat the higher consintration of taurine it contains. As a last resort, it is possible to substitute human grade suplement. 2. Give 2 examples each of muscle meat, edible bones, and organs. Muscle meat: Beef, Pork, Chicken Breast. Edible bone: Chicken rib cage, Chicken wing, Frog legs, CGH, etc. Organs: Pancreas, Liver, Ovaries, etc. (excreeting organs) 3. What is a healthy diet item that can be used for hairballs, and his often should you give it? Ferrets should recieve an egg about 1 egg per two ferrets every 3 days give or take. 4. Why are cooked bones dangerous and raw bones safe? Cooked bones have less nutritional value and will shard and splinter when chomped down on. This will cause small sharp fragments to be injested and will cause for severe internal issues. Cutting, blockage, choking, etc. 5. List 3 organs aside from liver. Pancreas, Ovaries, kidney 6. Are leaner meats better for your ferret or fattier meats? Fattier meats FTW! Fat contains much greater source of protein so it is better for giving them more energy. It has been a real pleasure working with you, and I am sad that I won't be able to speak with you weekly about my lovely ferrets. I feel terrible that the past couple weeks have been so on and off. It has kinda been a little rough at my house since my vacation. I really wish I had a better excuse besides stress and a sick pup (she has been on and off sick since I came home and I have had to put her on a rice diet until her stomach rights itself on top of force feeding her medication). Thank you for everything. I really have enjoyed this whole experience and my babies thank you. I have been using it to try and move my cats onto a better diet as well, and they appriciate it (even the toothless who can't chomp bones, lol).
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Post by Celene on Jun 19, 2015 8:52:53 GMT -5
Your test answers are correct! For #6 I should just mention that fat is separate from protein, although both are very important for a ferret's diet! Fats give ferrets energy in the same way that humans get energy from carbs. Could you confirm your exact composition/recipe for the meals on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday AM?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 20, 2015 9:29:58 GMT -5
The current soupie I am giving is comprised of 1/2 heart 1/4 liver and 1/4 beef kidney. On Wednesday they get 3/4 heart and 1/4 liver.
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Post by Heather on Jun 21, 2015 17:09:29 GMT -5
Congratulations :thumbsup: You've graduated and you're ready to walk this path alone. You have the foundation to help you feed your fuzzes in a more natural and healthy manner. Please remember that your learning never stops, and dietary needs change from ferret to ferret and throughout each their lives. I would like you to be aware that though you now have the capability and the knowledge to create your little ones diets you are never alone and that your mentor (you need only pm) is always available to you. Take care not to rely heavily on chicken but to try and find smaller bone prey types like rabbit to help you find good bone in meats. The list is also a very good resource and you should always be aware that it's available to answer any questions you may have either about diet or care. Good luck, in a few days Sherry will lock down this thread and place it in the archives but be aware that you can always look through it as a reference tool but you just will not be able to post to it. Your mentor will be in to congratulate you shortly :beer: :wave3:
ciao
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Post by Celene on Jun 21, 2015 19:22:59 GMT -5
Congratulations @princesscat!! You did great work with all your fuzzies and they will be much healthier as a result.
As Heather said above, I'm always here if you have any questions or need anything at all so never hesitate to contact me.
:goodjob:
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2015 23:22:32 GMT -5
Thank you both! It has been a very interesting process, and I feel like they are healthier and happier (and a little spoiled!).
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