Post by Heather on Jan 28, 2010 0:15:37 GMT -5
Name: Hope
HF Forum Username: FurMomma27
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Heard about the raw diet approach a few years back when I first was owned by two furbutts.
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'd like to switch my kiddos to a RAW diet, strictly raw, no whole prey. >_<
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
From what I've read/researched/seen, a raw diet is the best thing for them. I'd like to help them by giving them that.
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 switching your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as committed. 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?
Oh yes.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Currently have two ferrets, Bandit and Scamp.
They are healthy males, with no issues, that were born September 13th 2009 (making them almost 5 months old).
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
They came to us (hubby & I) on the Marshall's Premium Diet.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No, we just added them to our family 1/23/2010.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Bandit is more laid back, while Scamp is a ball of energy.
I'm a stay at home mom, with one beautiful daughter (almost 4 months old), and have LOTS of free time to devote to switching my furkids to their healthier diet.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Everday.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible)
Bandit-
Scamp-
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (ccretarolo) 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: FurMomma27
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Heard about the raw diet approach a few years back when I first was owned by two furbutts.
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'd like to switch my kiddos to a RAW diet, strictly raw, no whole prey. >_<
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
From what I've read/researched/seen, a raw diet is the best thing for them. I'd like to help them by giving them that.
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 switching your ferret(s) to a natural diet, but you need to be equally as committed. 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?
Oh yes.
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Currently have two ferrets, Bandit and Scamp.
They are healthy males, with no issues, that were born September 13th 2009 (making them almost 5 months old).
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
They came to us (hubby & I) on the Marshall's Premium Diet.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No, we just added them to our family 1/23/2010.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Bandit is more laid back, while Scamp is a ball of energy.
I'm a stay at home mom, with one beautiful daughter (almost 4 months old), and have LOTS of free time to devote to switching my furkids to their healthier diet.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Everday.
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible)
Bandit-
Scamp-
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (ccretarolo) 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