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How to feed a hamster without harming it: 5 prohibited products
08.01.2024 11:02
The idea that hamsters are omnivores is wrong.
So it is important to remember that some seemingly harmless products can be dangerous for your pet.
Therefore, you should be careful with certain treats so as not to accidentally harm your pet.
What you shouldn't feed a hamster
The gastrointestinal tract of these animals cannot digest sour, salty and smoked foods.
Therefore, you should not include various sausages, cheeses, chips and other similar products in their diet.
In addition, sweets, baked goods and even bread can be harmful to his health.
Also, you shouldn't spoil your pets with chocolate, candy and cookies.
Vegetables and fruits should also be given to hamsters with caution.
Thus, animals cannot be fed citrus fruits and various exotic fruits.
In addition, it is worth considering the fact that cabbage, watermelons and potatoes can cause flatulence in your pet.
It is not advisable to include onions, cucumbers and melons in their diet. You cannot feed hamsters dairy products and pasta.
You should also make sure that the animal does not eat indoor plants or unwashed street grass.
What can you give to a hamster
In addition to dry food, you can add some healthy foods to your pet's diet.
These could be apples, pumpkin or carrots.
You can also treat your pet with celery stalks and lettuce leaves several times a week.
Occasionally you can give him nuts and sunflower seeds, but they must be raw.
Previously, we wrote about what to do if a hamster prevents you from sleeping at night.
