Post by Forum Administrator on Nov 2, 2009 5:16:30 GMT -5
Name: Sherry
HF Forum Username: Krazyferrets
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Doing research online.
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 would love to switch to a raw/ frozen diet for my ferrets. I have looked at pre-made frozen patties, but it is overwhelming and I don't know where to start.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I want to switch my ferrets to a natural diet because I feel it will benefit their overall health. I also have a ferret with IBD and I feel horrible not helping him more then with medications.
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?
YES!! I am willing to do what it takes to get my ferrets eating the way nature intended. I also have a skunk who will be going on raw meat with the ferrets!!
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Two Ferrets
Jago, 1.5y/o, NM, he has IBD, not overweight/underweight.
&
Otter, 1.5y/o, NM, no health problems, not overweight but maybe a little underweight.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
Drs. Foster & Smith Original Ferret Food/Marshall Food
Treats: Dooker Delights and Libbys canned pumpkin (monthly) also trying to get them interested in chicken baby food.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No, they have always ate kibble.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
I love my ferrets, I want them to be healthy boys and have good nutrition-hopefully to eliminate some illnesses.
I have been adopting rescued ferrets since 1999 and have had 13 fuzzies total (2 right now).
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
24/7
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Jago & Otter are both in the pic. in my signature.
HF Forum Username: Krazyferrets
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Doing research online.
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 would love to switch to a raw/ frozen diet for my ferrets. I have looked at pre-made frozen patties, but it is overwhelming and I don't know where to start.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
I want to switch my ferrets to a natural diet because I feel it will benefit their overall health. I also have a ferret with IBD and I feel horrible not helping him more then with medications.
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?
YES!! I am willing to do what it takes to get my ferrets eating the way nature intended. I also have a skunk who will be going on raw meat with the ferrets!!
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
Two Ferrets
Jago, 1.5y/o, NM, he has IBD, not overweight/underweight.
&
Otter, 1.5y/o, NM, no health problems, not overweight but maybe a little underweight.
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
Drs. Foster & Smith Original Ferret Food/Marshall Food
Treats: Dooker Delights and Libbys canned pumpkin (monthly) also trying to get them interested in chicken baby food.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
No, they have always ate kibble.
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
I love my ferrets, I want them to be healthy boys and have good nutrition-hopefully to eliminate some illnesses.
I have been adopting rescued ferrets since 1999 and have had 13 fuzzies total (2 right now).
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
24/7
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Jago & Otter are both in the pic. in my signature.