Everyone loves strawberries. However, can the same be said for your small, furry friends? Can hamsters eat strawberries? Even though hamsters can eat strawberries, they should only be consumed in small amounts once or twice a week. However, this depends on the kind of hamster you have. For example, Dwarf hamsters should not be given …
Hamsters are amazing pets and have become quite popular in America, but what comes to your mind when you think about your furry friend’s diet? Some people are probably thinking of the commercial food designed for hamsters, or even just little bits of fruits and veggies once in a while. However, not many will think …
Shopping for hamster food can be challenging because of the limited options compared to dog or cat food. Given the similarities between hamsters and guinea pigs, many hamster owners wonder if they can substitute their hamster’s food with guinea pig food. You can serve guinea pig food to hamsters as an occasional treat. However, hamsters …
Isn’t it adorable to watch your hamster gnaw on and eat carrots? Carrots are a highly nutritious root vegetable found in almost every kitchen, so it seems like a no-brainer that feeding your hamster carrots is a good idea. However, how old does a hamster need to be even to be able to eat a …
With their sweet and docile personalities, hamsters make fantastic pets. If you have just acquired a hamster, you’re probably wondering if there’s anything they can’t eat. More importantly, what foods can kill a hamster? Many foods like celery, onions, and dairy can kill a hamster. Unripe, unwashed, and moldy produce can also be dangerous for …
A hamster that isn’t eating can be worrisome; hamsters can’t speak, so they can’t tell their owners what the problem is. The owner is left in the dark, trying to figure out if the hamster is sick or if it’s just stashing the food somewhere. For new hamster owners, the situation can be frightening and …
Hamsters are relatively inexpensive pets, but there is a lot you need to consider before solidifying your budget. Not only do hamsters need shelter, stimulating toys, and cleaning supplies, but you’ll also have to feed it nutritious food if you’d like to elongate its life. So how much do you need to add to your …
No matter the breed, all hamsters look adorable with their fluffiness and cute size, but taking care of one is not a piece of cake. They can easily get stressed, sick, or bothered by changes. Sometimes, they respond to these situations by drinking too much water. Hamsters drink so much water because of their environment, …
Hamsters can be sensitive creatures. They need a balanced diet with the correct proportions to keep a healthy weight and not have stomach aches. You should feed your hamster approximately two tablespoons (30 ml) of food daily, depending on its weight. Pelleted feed makes up 75% of the diet, and 25% can be various vegetables …
Finding the right food for cats and dogs is relatively easy, but things can become a little more complicated if you own a small animal. If you’ve recently become a hamster owner, you may be wondering how to give your new pet a healthy, well-rounded diet. A hamster eats plants and insects in the wild. …