Post by Sherry on Jan 29, 2011 21:33:38 GMT -5
Name:
HF Forum Username:
Trixie
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
On everythingfert.proboards.com
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.
For now, I'd like to do a partial switch until I get a steady job and don't have to rely on others. Mostly raw/cooked with just a supplement of kibble though.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I've heard a lot of good about it and now that two are getting on in age I think it would do a lot to extend their healthy life and keep worry out of mind.
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It can be a commitment of several weeks or even months. Your HF Mentor will be more then happy to assist you in switchng your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as commited. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, or if you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc) then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing to make the commitment?
I understand completely.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
4 ferrets. Gin(4/5/6 Maybe, not sure)- Age, moles bu nothing serious. Showing some signs of adrenal, but she normally goes through a late winter sheddin, so we're waiting to see if the little hair loss lasts.
Tonic(3/4)- A little underweight, but find otherwise.
Jack(2)-Healthy
Hennessy(5)- Had an enlarged spleen, has since been removed. Healthy otherwise, if maybe a little chunky.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
8-in-1 Unltrablend Kibble with daily Ferretone and occasional meat treats
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Yes, Hennessy took right to soup, Tonic took to meat and Jack would occasionally, but Gin had no interest. Tonic later became a bit more hardheaded about it.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
They are very very stubborn, Gin especially, though she is the one I'd most like to get eating raw.
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).
The best ones I have are in my sig. It's impossible to get a decent picture of them, they never sit still!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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:
Trixie
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
On everythingfert.proboards.com
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.
For now, I'd like to do a partial switch until I get a steady job and don't have to rely on others. Mostly raw/cooked with just a supplement of kibble though.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I've heard a lot of good about it and now that two are getting on in age I think it would do a lot to extend their healthy life and keep worry out of mind.
4. Do you understand that switching your ferret to a natural diet can be a lengthy, arduous process? Its not an overnight switch. It can be a commitment of several weeks or even months. Your HF Mentor will be more then happy to assist you in switchng your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as commited. If you aren't willing to tough out a potentially lengthy switching process, or if you have major life changes approaching (baby on the way, moving, starting school, getting married/divorced, etc) then it might be a better idea to wait on switching your ferret's diet until you have more time. Are you willing to make the commitment?
I understand completely.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
4 ferrets. Gin(4/5/6 Maybe, not sure)- Age, moles bu nothing serious. Showing some signs of adrenal, but she normally goes through a late winter sheddin, so we're waiting to see if the little hair loss lasts.
Tonic(3/4)- A little underweight, but find otherwise.
Jack(2)-Healthy
Hennessy(5)- Had an enlarged spleen, has since been removed. Healthy otherwise, if maybe a little chunky.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
8-in-1 Unltrablend Kibble with daily Ferretone and occasional meat treats
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Yes, Hennessy took right to soup, Tonic took to meat and Jack would occasionally, but Gin had no interest. Tonic later became a bit more hardheaded about it.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
They are very very stubborn, Gin especially, though she is the one I'd most like to get eating raw.
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).
The best ones I have are in my sig. It's impossible to get a decent picture of them, they never sit still!
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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
You are continuing to make the effort, and that's what counts 
