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Post by chrylis on Jan 2, 2011 15:35:09 GMT -5
After a good bit of research (and plenty of home rearrangement!), I adopted Kiwi, an 8-month-old sprite, from the Texas Ferret Rescue on New Year's Day. She's home and appears to be happy here, and while I got the Ferret Store "natural diet" kibbles, I'm interested in trying a less-processed alternative. The staff at the shelter suggested this forum, and I'm looking forward to learning from the community here!
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taratee
Cageless and Roamin' Free
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Post by taratee on Jan 2, 2011 15:42:18 GMT -5
WELCOME!!!! youve come to the right place, everyones super friendly
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Post by rarnold18 on Jan 2, 2011 16:05:11 GMT -5
Hi and Welcome!!! The diet and nutrition sections are full of info and everyone here is awesome! If you decide to switch to raw you can even sign up for a mentor that will help you every step of the way, it's great!!! You might want to check out the post on Only Ferrets in the General Discussion section, it will give you tips on ferret proofing and keeping your Fuzz busy (and out of trouble!)... if you've got questions ask away!
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Post by rarnold18 on Jan 2, 2011 16:06:05 GMT -5
oh and we all really enjoy PICTURES!!!!
*hint hint!*
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taratee
Cageless and Roamin' Free
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Post by taratee on Jan 2, 2011 16:22:02 GMT -5
rarnold18 is totally right pictures are our life bread here
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Post by hierah on Jan 2, 2011 16:41:36 GMT -5
Hello and welcome!  I hope you enjoy your stay on the forum, I joined around a week ago and everyone has been incredibly friendly and helpful! ;D If you have any questions, feel free to ask, or take a quick look throughout the forum in search of an answer. If you decide to switch your ferret to a raw/whole prey diet, I think you'll be very pleased with how it effects their energy, health and fur.  (I know I was/am!) If you're willing to give a whole/raw diet a try, I'd suggest that you get a mentor, they'll help guide you through every step of the way to getting your ferret(s) on the diet of your choice. It'll probably be somewhat harder if you've got a stubborn ferret like my Loki was, but it'll pay off in the long run.  I'd love to see some pictures also!  If you've got any questions about the diets, you should probably ask here holisticferret.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=gen |
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Post by sunnyberra on Jan 2, 2011 16:43:33 GMT -5
Hi, and welcome! Like everyone said, this forum has a lot of wonderful information (and people), so feel free to ask questions! Also, I'll add to the chorus -  |
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Post by bluemoose on Jan 2, 2011 18:08:05 GMT -5
Welcome to the forum! I have a little girl named Kiwi too Love to see some pictures whenever you get a chance |
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Post by Heather on Jan 2, 2011 19:16:54 GMT -5
Hi and welcome....seems I'm a little late in here Everyone has told you where to go Please all kidding aside, take a prowl read threads and enjoy yourself. There's a ton of information here, right at your fingertips. We love pics, we're friendly...only the fuzzes bite Check out the nutrition section, read through....have questions ask...there's no such thing as a stupid question. I hope that I will be seeing you and your fuzz around ciao |
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Post by sherrylynne on Jan 2, 2011 19:36:55 GMT -5
Guess I'm a little late as well So, all I'll say is "welcome", and yes, pictures please |
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Post by chrylis on Jan 3, 2011 12:57:19 GMT -5
I've put up some initial pictures of Kiwi's homecoming at this Facebook album! Is there a narrative introduction or quick-start guide to the information on these forums? I appreciate having so many people to ask my questions, but right now I'm not sure what the right questions are to ask. |
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Post by sunnyberra on Jan 3, 2011 14:44:40 GMT -5
She's a cutie, and looks like she is having a blast! There's no one area (I don't think), but if you go into the main subjects, i.e. "Nutrition," you'll see categories like "Newbie Questions," and there will be a lot of questions there that could help point you in the right direction (or clarify questions you may have). In "Raw," there are general guides for feeding amounts, etc, too, if that helps you get a clearer picture of what a raw diet is. After the general info that is stickied in each category, pay attention to the first few threads, as those with a red tack are generally stickied because they are helpful ideas or very common questions etc. Hope that helps |
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Post by sherrylynne on Jan 3, 2011 21:47:43 GMT -5
Oh, she is adorable  I've also got that fold in blanket! Made a hammock out of it, and mine love it |
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Going Natural
Ferrets are nature's anti-depressant.
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Post by candiceboggs on Jan 8, 2011 5:01:49 GMT -5
Oh, my goodness. Fuzzy love, she's so cute. Welcome to the forum! I'm the resident new fuzzy stalker as I don't have mine yet (still searching for the right one) but I have helped foster in the past. This is a really great forum and everyone here is very willing to help troubleshoot any problems and ease you into the most natural diet and pretty much anything else you can think of.
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