If you’ve ever wondered: “What does a Roborovski dwarf hamster look like?” “How do I handle and take the best possible care of my Robo hamster?” “What type of cage should I get and should they live alone or in pairs?” “What should I feed my Robo dwarf hamster?” Then move no further, because in […]
Are Bananas Good for Hamsters? 22 Foods Hamsters Can (& Can’t) Eat
All types of hamster can eat bananas – and my Syrian Hamster, Mr. Bubbles absolute loves his banana treats in his large hamster cage. Bananas also have plenty of positive side effects. They have a lot of fiber and tons of vitamin B and vitamin C, which can otherwise be hard for hamsters to get. […]
Can Hamsters Eat Apples? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
The best apple to be fed to your hamster is the seedless apple. If you peel an apple make sure there aren’t any seeds in it, as both Syrian and Dwarf hamsters can choke on the seeds – which is even more true for the small, Roborovski Hamster. Like many other fruits, apples contain a […]
Can Hamsters Eat Chicken? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Chicken is a good protein source for your hamster. The sufficient amount for your hamster is a quarter tablespoon per serving and you can feed chicken to your hamster once or twice per week assuming that it is the only meat protein your pet was fed. Can Hamsters Eat Chicken? In moderation! This chicken should […]
Can Hamsters Eat Carrots? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Hamsters love feeding on carrots, but because they are high in sugar, the best amount of carrot to feed to your hamster is a half to one teaspoon every one or two days. Feeding it half a teaspoon is sufficient to meet its requirements. A great side effect of carrots is that when the hamster […]
Can Hamsters Eat Bread? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Hamsters can eat bread without much complication and hamsters especially love whole grain bread. The whole grain bread ensures that the pet derives vitamins from the whole grain used in baking. White bread should be avoided because of the high sugar that it contains which can make the hamster obese and cause tooth decay. Also, […]
Can Hamsters Eat Cheese? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Hamsters can feed on cheese without much ado although moderation is wise. The preferred cheese for feeding your hamster would be mild cheese or cottage cheese. If you opt for the mild cheese the best ration per animal is only a serving of few shreds of cheese once or twice per month. With cottage cheese, […]
Can Hamsters Eat Tomatoes? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Tomatoes can also be consumed by a hamster quite comfortably. However, make sure there are no tomato leaves as these are acids to our little hammy. Also, the tomato should be washed to remove any pesticide on the outer part. A quarter of a teaspoon is sufficient per serving every week. What others treats can […]
Everything about the Winter White Dwarf Hamster (and more!)
The Winter White Hamster, also known as the Djungarian Hamster or the Siberian Hamster is one of the most sought after dwarf hamsters out there. Belonging to the Phodopus Genus and closely related to Campbells Dwarf Hamster they are common as pets in Europe, Asia and North America. What distinguishes the Winter White is its amazing ability […]
Can Hamsters Eat Chocolate? 22 Foods Hamsters can (& can’t) eat!
Chocolates contain different ingredients that vary from different producers. However, common to all kinds of chocolate is that it is sticky and can get stuck in the hamster’s pouches. Can Hamsters Eat Chocolate? Never! As such, it is not recommended to feed your hamster any kind of chocolate. What others treats can I give my […]