Post by Heather on Oct 14, 2016 10:41:32 GMT -5
Name: Sierra
HF Forum Username:BoAndBlaze
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older:
I'm turning 19 on February 4th.
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Here on HFF.
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'm mainly interested in feeding them a Frankenprey diet, with f/t whole prey occasionally.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I believe that every animal should be fed the best food that applies to them and I want Bo an Blaze to live long and be as healthy as they can.
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 I understand, and I can't wait to get started!
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?
I currently have 2 ferrets. I got them on February 9th, 2016.
Bo: 3(ish; previous owners never kept track of their age), male, no known health problems, weight is normal. (2lbs, 4oz)
Blaze: 3 (ish), female, no known health problems, weight is normal. (1lb, 12.7 oz)
**I'll ask their current ages on the next vet appointment.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
Food: Marshall Premium Ferret Food
Treats: Bandits Premium Ferret Treats Chicken Flavor
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not yet!
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
I've tried giving them eggs and a wingette; both turned up their noses.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
24/7, and I also have my phone.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
11. Do you have a scale sufficient to measure soup ingredients AND to regularly weigh your ferrets?
Yes!
12. 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, yes, yes! (Not sure how the pictures went, but the black one is Blaze, and the white one is Bo.)
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program . In a little while your mentors (Aftershock & Katt) will introduce themselves 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 mentors can assist you to move along safely in this endeavour. If you experience computer difficulties or are going to be away, please notify your mentors and most of all relax and have fun (dance) . Your mentors are here to help you on this journey.
ciao
HF Forum Username:BoAndBlaze
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older:
I'm turning 19 on February 4th.
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Here on HFF.
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'm mainly interested in feeding them a Frankenprey diet, with f/t whole prey occasionally.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I believe that every animal should be fed the best food that applies to them and I want Bo an Blaze to live long and be as healthy as they can.
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 I understand, and I can't wait to get started!
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?
I currently have 2 ferrets. I got them on February 9th, 2016.
Bo: 3(ish; previous owners never kept track of their age), male, no known health problems, weight is normal. (2lbs, 4oz)
Blaze: 3 (ish), female, no known health problems, weight is normal. (1lb, 12.7 oz)
**I'll ask their current ages on the next vet appointment.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
Food: Marshall Premium Ferret Food
Treats: Bandits Premium Ferret Treats Chicken Flavor
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not yet!
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
I've tried giving them eggs and a wingette; both turned up their noses.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
24/7, and I also have my phone.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
11. Do you have a scale sufficient to measure soup ingredients AND to regularly weigh your ferrets?
Yes!
12. 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, yes, yes! (Not sure how the pictures went, but the black one is Blaze, and the white one is Bo.)
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program . In a little while your mentors (Aftershock & Katt) will introduce themselves 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 mentors can assist you to move along safely in this endeavour. If you experience computer difficulties or are going to be away, please notify your mentors and most of all relax and have fun (dance) . Your mentors are here to help you on this journey.
ciao