defrosting soupie cubes

[whipple]

So, I used to put frozen soup cubes right in the bowl last time I switched ferrets. But it was summer, and I think they appreciated the coldness. Now, well Vixen is not so big on the coldness. So I let it sit in the fridge. I feed her twice a day and take one out of the freezer, into the fridge and the fridge one goes in her bowl. If I forgot I put it in the microwave for a tiny bit( know it`s not good).

Anyhow, I was curious, if anyone has any idea how long frozen soup cubes would last out of the freezer if I let them sit on the counter instead. They`re usually still a bit frozen when I take them out of the fridge.

(That was long winded, thanks for the patience )

[Heather]

We're talking raw soupys right? If it's left out, I don't leave it for them longer than about 4 to 6 hours. Now, I've left soupy out all day for them, especially if the middle is still frozen. If it's already thawed, and I know I'm going to be gone all day I will put water in a bowl put another bowl (usually the bowl that their meal will be served in) in the bowl of water and put both in the freezer until frozen. Then you've got a chilled bowl to put their food in. I find that this is also handy on particularly hot days
ciao

[Sherry]

If you're going to be gone all day, why not defrost one, put it in a dish, and in a second dish, set the frozen one. By the time she's finished the first one, hopefully the second will be defrosted.

[Deleted]

That's a great idea Sherry

[whipple]

Thanks! Does defrosting in the microwave do the same as heating it?

[Sherry]

If you use the microwave(and I've been known to do that ;D ), use 5-7 second bursts only. Check after every time, and when possible to break it up, do so. Also stir the thawed one really well so there are no hot spots.