Recipe by Jackie Hawley, The Dook Nook

INGREDIENTS

1 can Science Diet a/d (from your vet)
1 jar Gerber Chicken or Turkey Baby Food
3/4 to 1 baby food jar of Pedialyte/water to desired consistency

PREPARATION

Mix a/d and baby food till no lumps. Stir in Pedialyte/water till smooth. Serve slightly warm either in a bowl or syringe. If you warm in the microwave (approx 8-10 seconds), stir with your finger to make sure there are no hot spots. A syringe full of the soup will warm quickly in a glass of hot water. Test on your arm as you would for a baby bottle.

OPTIONS

FerretZyme Plus - a great additive that helps break down food to make it easier to digest. Excellent for stomach or intestinal problems and good at all times on dry kibble. Available from Pets Friends, Ft.
Lauderdale, FL (800) 868-1009 or "For Ferrets Only," 1-305-378-8877.
Nupro - some very good natural additives, available from The Ferret Store. Also very good on dry kibble.
Ensure Plus, Deliver, etc. - If your ferret refuses to eat the basic soup mixture, you can add about ½ to 1 ounce of either of these. Usually available in your pharmacy or supermarket. As your ferret will eat the soup better, discontinue this asap. Sugar has a tendency to encourage bacteria. Try to avoid anything with sugar.

Heavy Cream - A few tablespoons of whipping cream will add quite a bit of additiona fat.

There are other additives, however, this basic recipe has worked wonders for many ferrets. It provides good quality protein and is easily digestible. Always check with your vet for any medical questions.