Can Hamsters Have Peanuts? [Is It Good For Them?]

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Can hamsters eat peanuts? Yes, hamsters can also be fed on peanuts that are not salted or flavored.

Natural peanuts are the best in terms of the overall health of your hamster.

A single peanut is sufficient for hamsters’ dietary needs every one or two weeks, assuming that the peanut is fed as a supplement or snack alongside another meal.

Overfeeding peanuts to your hamster may lead to undesired weight gain that can eventually lead to obesity because peanuts have a high-fat content.

Peanut contains a lot of the same vitamins as peanut butter (naturally). These are vitamin B, vitamin E, and niacin.

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Take a look at this video of a cute hamster eating peanuts:

What Others Treats Can I Give My Hamster?

Hamsters thrive on a high variety diet. Fruit and vegetables are with some exceptions good and healthy choices that add antioxidants and healthy fats to a diet.

In addition, food like meat and cheese can be important protein sources…

… and watching your hamster feast on its treats is sure to give you a warm and even proud feeling!

If you’re ever unsure about feeding your hamster a particular food, just don’t do it. Likewise, if your hamster ate something you’re not sure about, call your vet.

​To answer the most common items given as treats (and some items not to give you hammy) we’ve put together a hamsterific infographic you can get below.

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Check:

• Can Hamsters Eat Peanut Butter?
• What Kind of Nuts Can Hamsters Eat?

3-Step System for Testing New Hamster Treats

When I introduce new treats for my Hamster, Mr. Bubbles, there is a 3-step system I use every time to ensure it’s good for his little stomach.

How to Test New Hamster Treats

1. Make sure its fresh, washed and doesn’t contain any pesticide (i.e. purchase organic treats)
2. Test if your hamster can eat the treat. This is done by giving a little test piece and waiting a couple of days watching for any symptoms
3. Introduce the treat into your hamster’s diet at more regular intervals over the coming weeks

READ MORE: Can Dwarf Hamsters Eat Raisins?

Best Hamster Food

Besides giving your hamster treats, it is very important to give it the right kind of hamster food.

There is a lot of food out there with one of the following traits:

• Not enough protein in it
• Becomes dusty
• Your hamster simply don’t like it and leave a lot of food

That’s why, we have done the research and recommend the following three products, which are none of the above, and instead are the backbone of a good hamster diet.

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Check: Can Hamsters Have Oranges?

Other Feeding Tips for Your Hamster

1. Provide fresh water every day. The water bottle should be frequently checked for any dirt or leaks to avoid contamination of the water. It is also good to monitor your hamster’s water intake because a reduction of water intake can mean you need to visit the vet.

2. Remove any remnants of feed to avoid rotting- this is especially for fresh fruits, vegetables, and powdered food which tend to grow mold/bacteria.

3. Do not overfeed on vegetables to avoid diarrhea. Overfeeding on sugary fruits and treats is also discouraged because it tends to cause obesity in your pet.

4. When introducing a new kind of feed to your hamster, you should first give a small amount and observe for a week for any negative reaction to the food. If there is no negative reaction, then the feed is safe for consumption for your hamster. A sudden change in the diet of your pet may cause stress.

Also Read: Can Hamsters Have Peppers?

Now you try it!

You are now well equipped to start feeding all kinds of treats to your hamster.

Did you ever feed peanuts to your hamsters? Do they like it? Please share your experiences below!