Post by Heather on Nov 23, 2010 23:15:31 GMT -5
Name: Jess
HF Forum Username: JessLough
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Am also a dog owner, so have heard about it for dogs, knew that there must be the same thing for ferrets.
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 be able to go to the store, pick up some wings, breasts, whatever type of meat and feed it to them like that. Cannot do mice, have no room for them.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
More cost efficient, better for their health
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, of course. I would not start if I was not going to finish
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
I have 3 ferrets. Named Rascal, Renegade, Harley. Rascal and Renegade are boys, Harley is a girl. They range between nearly 3 years - 6 years old. They are all in the healthy weight range, although I would like to put some weight on Rascal. Rascal has Adrenal and Insulinoma
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
EVO Ferret, with chicken/turkey/beef (alternating) baby food, Renegade gets dehydrated meat.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not whole heartedly, but I have offered raw, and they stuck their nose up at it
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Nothing really, just that I know it will take a looong time to change them, and am fully committed to giving it a try.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Every day. I need to be on it a bit each day for rescue stuff
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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: JessLough
1. Where did you first learn about natural diets for ferrets?
Am also a dog owner, so have heard about it for dogs, knew that there must be the same thing for ferrets.
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 be able to go to the store, pick up some wings, breasts, whatever type of meat and feed it to them like that. Cannot do mice, have no room for them.
3. Why are you interested in switching your ferrets to a natural diet?
More cost efficient, better for their health
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, of course. I would not start if I was not going to finish
5. How many ferrets do you currently have? What are their names? Ages? Genders? Do they have any health problems? Are they overweight? Underweight?
I have 3 ferrets. Named Rascal, Renegade, Harley. Rascal and Renegade are boys, Harley is a girl. They range between nearly 3 years - 6 years old. They are all in the healthy weight range, although I would like to put some weight on Rascal. Rascal has Adrenal and Insulinoma
6. What diet do you currently feed your ferrets? (Please include all treats, supplements, etc)
EVO Ferret, with chicken/turkey/beef (alternating) baby food, Renegade gets dehydrated meat.
7. Have you ever tried to switch your ferrets to a natural diet in the past? If yes, what happened?
Not whole heartedly, but I have offered raw, and they stuck their nose up at it
8. What additional information about yourself or your ferrets would you like to share?
Nothing really, just that I know it will take a looong time to change them, and am fully committed to giving it a try.
9. How often during the week do you have access to a computer?
Every day. I need to be on it a bit each day for rescue stuff
10. Please post a picture of each of your ferrets (if possible).
Hi and welcome to the mentoring program. In a little while your mentor (sherrylynne) 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