Hamsters are independent, mostly self sufficient pets that don’t need much human interaction in order to survive. One of the beauties of owning a pet like this is getting to watch them perform their greatest expressions of nature and giving them little nudges like a cage cleaning from time to time, refilling their food bowl … Read more
Welcome to the Hamster Happy blog! And today’s question is: Can Hamsters eat parsley? Is it okay for hamsters to eat Parsley? Small doses of parsley are safe to give to your hamster. Once you’ve incorporated parsley into your hamster’s diet, you may supplement their weekly supply of vegetables with a few leaves of the … Read more
Hamsters can eat certain types of lettuce – research it and monitor their intake if you do feed it to them. Which lettuce is the best to feed your hamster? You should give your hamster red or dark green lettuce varieties like romaine and butter crunch. These lettuce varieties provide more vitamins and minerals than … Read more
Can Hamsters eat Kale? Yes, some kinds of hamsters can consume kale without harm and benefit nutritionally from it, but they should only do so in moderation. Make sure to just feed them the soft outer layer of the leaves, not the stem or the inside, watery area. There are only 33 calories in a … Read more
Strawberries are beneficial to dwarf hamsters, but because they are heavy in sugar, they should only be given to them in moderation. If you feed your dwarf hamsters foods containing a lot of sugar, especially natural saccharine, your pet may experience severe digestive issues. Benefits of feeding dwarf hamsters’ strawberries You must closely monitor your … Read more
Do hamsters need water? Absolutely – water is essential for hamsters survival whether they are in the wild or kept in captivity or as a pet. In today’s blog we talk about how to make sure that your hamster has enough water and how often you need to change it. Do hamsters need water? Yes … Read more
Hamsters are curious creatures, and it’s important to keep them entertained. Your job is to feed your hamster, exercise it, and troubleshoot when it experiences any problems. You likely will hear his funny little squeaks and other hamster sounds throughout the day. Hamsters have different types of squeaks to express how they are feeling. Hamster … Read more
Hamsters are adorable! They’re little balls of fur with giant eyes and tiny legs that scamper around like mad. The question we are answering in todays hamster blog is ‘do hamsters need bedding?’ Do hamsters need bedding? I often get asked ‘do hamsters need bedding?’ and the answer is yes they do. Luckily, there are … Read more
If one of your hamsters is ill, you should understand its symptoms. Some signs include changes in behaviour and drinking less. If you spot any of these signs, contact your hamster’s veterinarian. Remember that although the below symptoms could be signs a hamster is dying, they may not be – your hamster may just temporarily … Read more
Dwarf hamsters enjoy basking in the sun and running around the playground. They are playful and adventurous, and they are always up for an adventure. Dwarf hamsters are not usually known to hibernate. However, when winter arrives, many of these adorable creatures become lethargic. This may be their natural method of hibernation. Although hibernation is … Read more