From:
kath0524
Date: 2002-01-09 10:06:00 UTC
Subject: Re: Digest Number 543 (Eating Rice)
--- In Ferret-Health-list@y..., Jen Phillips <ferrets@c...> wrote:
> We are using uncooked rice. I guess I was just concerned that it
could get lodged sideways or something in their intestines. From the
responses I've gotten though, it doesn't seem like it has been any
problem for anyone else. >
I've never used a rice box but the advice I have always heard is to
use regular rice, NOT minute/instant rice. Apparently instant rice
can swell up in the tummy and lead to blockages.
Just thought I would mention it since I haven't seen anyone
specifically say not to use instant or minute rice.
Katharine