Celery is a something that we often associate with being a low-calorie diet food, but it actually has a number of health benefits including the fact that it is a great source of antioxidants and that it helps to reduce inflammation. It’s not just people that can find eating celery useful, animals can also get … Read more
Some people think that Guinea Pig are just real big hamsters, but this could not be any further from the truth. Although both critters are rodents, they come from completely different places and their biology is extremely different. Even from their origins, the Hamster and the Guinea Pig differ. While Guinea Pigs are known to … Read more
Many hamster owners will be curious whether their hamsters can eat other types of food. When you have more than one pet you may want to know if you can share food with similar types of small animals. If animals are classed as small animals can they eat the same food if they are classed … Read more
Not many pet owners know that hamsters can eat every single part of a dandelion. Since dandelions are technically weeds it is good to know they have some sort of use in the animal kingdom. You can pick the dandelion from the root but before giving it to your hamster make sure to clean off … Read more
When you think of rodents who eat cheese, it’s probably a mouse that first come to mind. Thanks to wonderful kids cartoons like Tom & Jerry, you’ll probably have visions of little mice burrowing through a mountain of yellow cheese! But mice are not the only ones who enjoy this dairy delight, in fact many … Read more
Feeding your hamster a well-balanced diet is just about one of the most essential things that you can do to keep them healthy and happy. Whether you own a Syrian, Roborovski or Chinese hamster, you should pay close attention to what they are eating and whether their food is meeting their nutritional needs. We’ve previously … Read more
The kiwifruit is a type of berry known for its fuzzy skin and bright green flesh. Kiwi is grown widely throughout New Zealand, hence the name, but is originally from mainland China. Its soft texture and unique flavour make it popular worldwide, and you might have wondered whether kiwi can be a safe fruit to … Read more
Hamsters are nibbly little critters that always like to chew on different things. Some big personalities even go out of their way to chew on things that they aren’t supposed to chew, like the bars of their cages or their exercise wheel. It is important to stimulate your toothy fluffs with plenty of nourishing snacks … Read more
The humble strawberry is a sweet, juicy fruit that is cultivated worldwide and widely appreciated for its taste and aroma. Fresh strawberries can be a delightful treat for human consumption, but are they okay for hamsters? Many fruits and vegetables are harmless to rodents, however each one has different characteristics and some can have negative … Read more
Chicken might not be the first food that comes to mind when thinking of snacks for your hungry hamster. But if you have some going spare, you might be wondering if it’s a safe option for a little treat. Good news! Hamsters are omnivores and the occasional piece of white meat such as chicken is … Read more
