Post by Heather on Oct 24, 2011 19:34:53 GMT -5
Name: Paige Seals
HF Forum Username: ferretsgoboom
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
....From youtube. i saw a ferret eating meat and decided right away that i want my ferret to have an healthier natural life style......
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 switch to live prey.....
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
....because i dont like what they put in ferret kibble. i dont think its as healthy for ferrets as they make it out to 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 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?
...im more than aware that it will take a while, im fully commited......
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?
Princess --------------------------------Max
7 years old------------------------------3 years old
female-----------------------------------male
a little underweight---------------------perfect wieght
she has adrenal disease, she-----------no health problems
needed surgery but is too old for the
procedure so we are getting her meds
from the vet
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
i feed them chicken chunks with a litle soggy kibble, i stir in an egg yolk now and then. they also get duk soup and ferretone
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
nope
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Im 17 years old. my ferret princess was abused by her previous owner. they would let their kids throw her around and slam her to the bottom of the cage. they fed her dog food. as soon as i saw all of this i offered them money to give her to me. they wanted $20 for her. ever since then ive been working my tush off to keep her healthy.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?\
everyday from 3:00 pm to 12:00 pm
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
i have some in my siggy
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (Jackie) 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: ferretsgoboom
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
....From youtube. i saw a ferret eating meat and decided right away that i want my ferret to have an healthier natural life style......
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 switch to live prey.....
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
....because i dont like what they put in ferret kibble. i dont think its as healthy for ferrets as they make it out to 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 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?
...im more than aware that it will take a while, im fully commited......
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?
Princess --------------------------------Max
7 years old------------------------------3 years old
female-----------------------------------male
a little underweight---------------------perfect wieght
she has adrenal disease, she-----------no health problems
needed surgery but is too old for the
procedure so we are getting her meds
from the vet
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
i feed them chicken chunks with a litle soggy kibble, i stir in an egg yolk now and then. they also get duk soup and ferretone
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
nope
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Im 17 years old. my ferret princess was abused by her previous owner. they would let their kids throw her around and slam her to the bottom of the cage. they fed her dog food. as soon as i saw all of this i offered them money to give her to me. they wanted $20 for her. ever since then ive been working my tush off to keep her healthy.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?\
everyday from 3:00 pm to 12:00 pm
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
i have some in my siggy
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (Jackie) 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