pegleg
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Post by pegleg on Sept 22, 2017 16:29:25 GMT -5
I plan on making Binx soupies if this mix isn't good, but for now this is what he's willing to eat. 1oz Instinct by Nature's Variety Raw Boost Mixers Beef Flavor 1/2 teaspoon eggshell Then I mixed in a little ground beef. I'm going to put in increasing amounts as we go. This is what it looks like. I don't know if he'll eat actual soupies but I can try it, and I plan on putting some heart chunks into the next batch so he can get used to chunks.
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Post by Sherry on Sept 23, 2017 8:16:50 GMT -5
If that is kibble, I'd be hesitant on that much eggshell powder. It *could* lead to hard, dry stools.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 23, 2017 17:11:41 GMT -5
It's not kibble I don't think. Let me link you the exact product. www.chewy.com/instinct-by-natures-variety-raw/dp/117328It's a food topper. Ingredients are: Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Pumpkinseeds, Beef Spleen, Carrots, Apples, Butternut Squash, Ground Flaxseed, Montmorillonite Clay, Dried Kelp, Broccoli, Mixed Tocopherols, Apple Cider Vinegar, Salmon Oil, Rosemary Extract, Blueberries, Dried Chicory Root He had no interest in the soupies recipe given on here. Even when I rubbed a little on his gums. edit: I can get something like www.chewy.com/primal-venison-nuggets-grain-free/dp/121543 or www.chewy.com/wysong-archetype-chicken-formula/dp/101571 or www.chewy.com/instinct-by-natures-variety-raw/dp/127145 If on of these are better. But last night I used the scruff and scrub method with soupies, and he didn't eat any of it. I offered him a fresh batch this morning and still nothing, and it's almost afternoon. I don't want him to go much longer without eating...
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Post by LindaM on Sept 23, 2017 22:01:20 GMT -5
pegleg Primal Raw is usually on the low-side of the meat-based percentage. It's better and actually preferred to not go lower than 95% meat-based, and only 5% indigestibles if at all possible. So Stella & Chewy's would be a better option as compared to Primal Raw. The Instinct Raw Nuggets are even worse, with 90% meat-based and 10% indigestibles. The Instinct Rawboost Mixers, I am unsure of their meat-based percentage after the company's new design overhaul of their products as some formulas changed and new products also got released. I used to feed them as treats a long time ago before I switched to healthier options like Orijen FDR, Sojo's Simply FDR, and Vital Essentials FDR treats.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 23, 2017 22:43:22 GMT -5
LindaM Haha ironically he just tonight decided he'll eat soupies So he's scarfing down that right now
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Post by LindaM on Sept 23, 2017 23:29:26 GMT -5
Perfect! Let us know how he progresses in his raw journey or if you hit any stumbling blocks and we'll be happy to help try and get past them.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 23, 2017 23:35:40 GMT -5
Of course, he decided to eat them while I was out picking up some Instinct Naturals frozen cat food. So I came home after spending $30 on frozen food to find his dish licked clean the little brat.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 24, 2017 15:03:09 GMT -5
I'll be adding a second ferret soon~ Will update my page when I get them. (it depends on when Petco gets more when I picked up Binx he was the last left)
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Post by LindaM on Sept 24, 2017 15:19:46 GMT -5
pegleg You can also try any local ferret shelters or rescues near you (if there are any), even if you are set on getting a kit, sometimes they end up with kits too because of people who buy them and don't realize that they are a high-maintenance animal and then get rid of them.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 24, 2017 15:53:42 GMT -5
Nearest rescue is over 4 hours away I can't make a trip like that. Wish I could : (
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Post by LindaM on Sept 24, 2017 16:01:32 GMT -5
Ooof, okay. Hmm, well you could call and ask that Petco when they plan to get more in, some of them actually take long to do so oddly enough, or perhaps another pet store in the vicinity has some?
Personally, I also always check my local classifieds websites (Craigslist, KSL, Let Go, etc.) for people who want to rehome theirs. I got Apollo and Ares, brothers at 7 months old, like that.
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Post by pegleg on Sept 24, 2017 16:04:10 GMT -5
I've checked already. They're supposed to be getting more in this week. I checked craigslist and local listing, but the only person rehoming local wants 300 for 3 4-5 year old ferrets who have been kibble fed all their lives... I can afford the initial adoption but I don't know how many vet problems they may come to me with Since they're already approaching old age and haven't been on good diets. And I can't take on more than one more I don't think.
edit: What does this forum have against making frowny faces. : (
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Post by LindaM on Sept 24, 2017 17:35:55 GMT -5
It's not the forum, it's Photobucket being a donkey with this new thing of theirs where they want like $400+ a year or something to allow you to share your photos on 3rd party/other sites.
As for the classifieds' fuzzies.. geez people there seem a wee bit high on the price range (even though it is 3 ferrets, thus lower than original cost, but yes, along in years which come with its own financial repercussions), especially if it's just a Marshall's ferret and yes, taking into account one that may have been kibble-fed that long or one that has no kept history of their health. So I totally get your concerns and it's always best to take the more prepared route, especially for your wallet and ability to provide them with the best you can offer them for safe and healthy lives. : )
I hope you can find another wee snooter that pulls at your heartstrings in this coming week then and we'd love to see them when you bring one home. ^^
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Post by pegleg on Sept 24, 2017 18:27:49 GMT -5
Dang. That's crazy. Have you tried Imgur? And yeaaah. If it wasn't for their age I'd consider it but 3 older ferrets with bad diets is just too much a risk. I'd rather get a kit who I can start off right. I hope so too <3 Binx can use a little playmate. I play with him a lot but of course when I have school or grocery shopping or whatever I can't be with him at all times. At least he took to raw pretty fast. here's to hoping he can show the new baby the ropes and tell him how great soupies are haha
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Post by LindaM on Sept 24, 2017 18:38:30 GMT -5
Yeah, I use Imgur (I haven't touched Photobucket myself in years, lol), but a lot of the photos in the threads have been from users who used Photobucket and I'm sure the forum staff is doing their best to get all the emojis moved over to something else when they have time as well.
If you get a kit, chances are they will take to the raw just as fast. Kits are wonderful to switch, there's barely any effort truly required at all... throw food.. say have at it... and watch them stuff their wee faces. ; P
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