Post by Heather on May 4, 2018 21:58:37 GMT -5
Name: Alisa
HF Forum Username: aleesuh98
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older: Birthday is August 20,1998
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Ferret Facebook groups.
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 want to fully switch my ferrets to a Frankenprey diet.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I want them to be the healthiest they can be.
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 necessary time commitment?
Yes, I have the time to switch them.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? If so, what medications are they currently on? Are they overweight? Underweight? How long have you had each ferret for?
I have 2 ferrets, Zeke and Zoey. Zeke is a 2.5 years old male and Zoey is a 1 year old female. I believe Zeke has digestive issues since his poop tends to be seedy and that's what I read could be the issue. Both ferrets aren't on any medications currently. According to the vet, Zoey is a tad overweight but Zeke is of healthy weight. I've had them both for about a month and a half.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
They're currently on Wysong Epigen 90 Digestive Support, Orijen Cat and Kitten, and Dr. Elsey's cleanprotein. They receive raw egg once a week. For treats they get salmon oil and PureBites chicken. I started them on a thick chicken puree and Zoey eats it no problem, but Zeke is still taking some coaxing.
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?
Zeke is very picky. I'm new to raw diets and will probably have a lot of questions. I've done loads of research but now that the transition has started I'm loaded with questions. I do work full-time at an animal hospital, so seeking vet care will be very easy and affordable for me. I work 2nd shift, my schedule is M-F 2-close with rotating Saturdays.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Every day
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.
13. Do you understand that if your mentor or an admin recommends seeking veterinary care and you refuse to seek appropriate care you may be dropped from the mentoring program?
Yes.
14. We occasionally have a wait for a Mentor to be available. While you wait we encourage you to get started by creating your own switching thread under Diet Transitions where all of our mentors and members can help you while you wait for your personal mentor. See here --> holisticferret60.proboards.com/board/66/diet-transitions
If you create a transition thread, please copy the link below for reference: holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/24348/zekes-zoeys-transition
Read more: holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/61/sign-mentoring-program#ixzz5E1QROBf8
Last Edit: May 2, 2018 at 11:49am by aleesuh98
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (Sherry), 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: aleesuh98
Please confirm that you are 18 years of age or older: Birthday is August 20,1998
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Ferret Facebook groups.
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 want to fully switch my ferrets to a Frankenprey diet.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I want them to be the healthiest they can be.
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 necessary time commitment?
Yes, I have the time to switch them.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? If so, what medications are they currently on? Are they overweight? Underweight? How long have you had each ferret for?
I have 2 ferrets, Zeke and Zoey. Zeke is a 2.5 years old male and Zoey is a 1 year old female. I believe Zeke has digestive issues since his poop tends to be seedy and that's what I read could be the issue. Both ferrets aren't on any medications currently. According to the vet, Zoey is a tad overweight but Zeke is of healthy weight. I've had them both for about a month and a half.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc) Do they already eat some form of soup?
They're currently on Wysong Epigen 90 Digestive Support, Orijen Cat and Kitten, and Dr. Elsey's cleanprotein. They receive raw egg once a week. For treats they get salmon oil and PureBites chicken. I started them on a thick chicken puree and Zoey eats it no problem, but Zeke is still taking some coaxing.
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?
Zeke is very picky. I'm new to raw diets and will probably have a lot of questions. I've done loads of research but now that the transition has started I'm loaded with questions. I do work full-time at an animal hospital, so seeking vet care will be very easy and affordable for me. I work 2nd shift, my schedule is M-F 2-close with rotating Saturdays.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Every day
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.
13. Do you understand that if your mentor or an admin recommends seeking veterinary care and you refuse to seek appropriate care you may be dropped from the mentoring program?
Yes.
14. We occasionally have a wait for a Mentor to be available. While you wait we encourage you to get started by creating your own switching thread under Diet Transitions where all of our mentors and members can help you while you wait for your personal mentor. See here --> holisticferret60.proboards.com/board/66/diet-transitions
If you create a transition thread, please copy the link below for reference: holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/24348/zekes-zoeys-transition
Read more: holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/61/sign-mentoring-program#ixzz5E1QROBf8
Last Edit: May 2, 2018 at 11:49am by aleesuh98
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (Sherry), 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
I'll be your mentor during this switch! I am looking forward to walking this journey with you toward better health for your wees 