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Post by whipple on Mar 12, 2011 11:03:29 GMT -5
So I was considering becoming a foster home for the Alberta Ferret Society. I should be having my phone interview soon, then it will be a home inspection.
The only issue is that I have to ferret proof, since I know how strict they are, so I'm considering just getting baby gates and keeping the living room the ferret room.
Also, how do I keep Vixen from eating the kibble the foster ferret will be eating?
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Post by Sherry on Mar 12, 2011 11:06:53 GMT -5
We went through that when we fostered for FRES as well. All I did was keep all food in the cage(they had separate cages). Unless the foster is insulinomic, being without access to the kibbles for periods of time won't be a problem. We were also allowed to supplement with raw soups, by the way  And the home inspection, while checking for ferret proofing, will also point out any areas missing, so you can fix it. They won't deny you because of that, only if for whatever reason it CAN'T be fixed or blocked off. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2011 11:10:44 GMT -5
That is so awesome! What a great thing to do.   |
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Post by whipple on Mar 12, 2011 11:29:16 GMT -5
I actually adopted from them years ago when raisins were still ok treats. Unfortunately they big boy took a chunk out of my dogs ear. So he went back to his foster home. I didn't feel bad though, since they had said that they would adopt him if he came back |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2011 13:21:15 GMT -5
I think that's a wonderful thing for you to do! Good luck on your home inspection. I have in the past fostered for our local Great Dane rescue but when I had to go back to work I had to stop. Luckily shortly after my foster at the time Dewey went to his new foster home, (he was deaf and partially blind and had been with us about a year) she was adopted by a furever home and is doing great! At one time (while prego with my daughter) I had my three dogs (2 pits and 1 chihuahua) my sisters pit, 3 4 month old dane merle pups and Dewey...8 dogs and 4 of them Danes! It was chaos but I loved it and I'm still in touch with a couple of the adopters to see how my babes are doing. My biggest fear of fostering was falling in love and not being able to give them up to their new fureverhome...wanting to adopt them all....
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Post by darlene on Mar 15, 2011 23:00:25 GMT -5
Aww that's great whipple,hope the inspection goes well.  |
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Post by Heather on Mar 15, 2011 23:26:12 GMT -5
Fingers are crossed that your home visit goes great. I think it's awesome that you're fostering
ciao
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Post by whipple on Mar 20, 2011 21:46:30 GMT -5
I still have not gotten a phone call  SO I'm e mailing to see whats going on. I've decided I'm buying an FN and also getting a second ferret, but I will still foster one...if my roomate agrees. I do wish they get back sooner though. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2011 21:47:18 GMT -5
YAY for FERRET MATH! Woot!
And the FNs are wonderful cages! Check CL for some used ones!
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Post by whipple on Mar 20, 2011 21:47:59 GMT -5
There is a single story for sale for $150 but I'm not sure if I should bother, or just get a new two story.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2011 21:48:52 GMT -5
It depends on the condition, if you can add another level, and how much a new one costs.
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Post by Sherry on Mar 20, 2011 23:56:52 GMT -5
The big problem here is trying to GET the 143 level. I've not found one store that carries them, nor will they order them in for you  |
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