Post by Heather on Jun 16, 2015 21:45:24 GMT -5
Name: Missy Duke
HF Forum Username: Missyann
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older:
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
*Searching google for what foods ferrets can have home made, and running into Holistic Ferret then learning kibble is not the best.
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 to feed raw, with the occasional whole feeder, no kibble.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
*I have learned that it is the best for them and they deserve the best. I wouldn't feed my kids a kibble so why would I do it to my furries
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 then 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?
*Yes.
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?
*Two ferrets, no names yet but we can say "baby" and "brother" for now, they are both 8 weeks old, male and female, no health problems known, not over or under weight, have had them 4 days.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
*They came to me on kibble, I have them on raw now. So far they have had mouse, cornish hen wings, and chicken gizzards.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
*Yes, still starting it.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
*I have 3 children, they love the ferrets but the ferrets are my responsibility of course. I'm very interested in the most natural life possible for my ferrets.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
*Daily
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
*(best shots I've been able to get so far)
11. Have you met the requirements for this program? Are you at least 18 years of age? Do you have your scale, a place to access meats, hearts, livers, etc?
*Yes.
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program
. In a little while your mentor (Celene), 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: Missyann
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older:
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
*Searching google for what foods ferrets can have home made, and running into Holistic Ferret then learning kibble is not the best.
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 to feed raw, with the occasional whole feeder, no kibble.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
*I have learned that it is the best for them and they deserve the best. I wouldn't feed my kids a kibble so why would I do it to my furries
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 then 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?
*Yes.
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?
*Two ferrets, no names yet but we can say "baby" and "brother" for now, they are both 8 weeks old, male and female, no health problems known, not over or under weight, have had them 4 days.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
*They came to me on kibble, I have them on raw now. So far they have had mouse, cornish hen wings, and chicken gizzards.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
*Yes, still starting it.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
*I have 3 children, they love the ferrets but the ferrets are my responsibility of course. I'm very interested in the most natural life possible for my ferrets.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
*Daily
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
*(best shots I've been able to get so far)
11. Have you met the requirements for this program? Are you at least 18 years of age? Do you have your scale, a place to access meats, hearts, livers, etc?
*Yes.
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program
. In a little while your mentor (Celene), 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
