A small, completely charming creature appeared in the house - a hamster. It would seem that such a crumb is needed: a small cage, a feeder and a drinking bowl. But this is not entirely true. In addition to a good spacious cage, a pet needs a proper and balanced diet. Yes, yes, no matter how strange it sounds, it is balanced. How to feed a funny rodent is described in this article.
Is it possible to feed a hamster with cucumbers, apples, seeds, meat and other products? All the goodies allowed by the diet are divided into subsections and are listed.
Main diet
Some mistakenly think that a hamster can live in a three-liter jar and eat what they give him from the table. For example, fried potatoes, sausages, meat. And as a treat, he can offer a sweet cookie or candy. If the animal has such a diet, then for a long time in the house of such a "master" the baby will not stay.
How to feed a hamster? Does its menu depend on the rodent breed? For example, can a cucumber be made from vegetables for a Dzungarian hamster? Or is it acceptable to treat a Syrian baby with a slice of watermelon? No, the diet of a resident of a cell does not depend on the breed. The main food of any domestic rodent is food designed specifically for this or that type of rodent. In the case of hamsters, this is, accordingly, food for hamsters.
Foods for hamsters are different: from economy options to premium. Buying absolutely cheap is not recommended, since its composition is mainly millet and sunflower seeds. No nutrients. It is better to choose an intermediate option between cheap and expensive food for rodents.
Can hamsters have cucumber and other vegetables? Yes you can. About what vegetables should be offered to your pet, in the next subsection.
We serve vegetables
They are given to a cute baby in a raw form. And for some reason, for most inexperienced owners, the first question is whether it is possible to feed the hamster with cucumbers and cabbage. The list of allowed vegetables is presented below:
- Carrot.
- Bulgarian pepper.
- Zucchini and squash.
- Fresh corn.
- Fresh peas.
- Beets in small quantities.
- Pumpkin.
And finally, the answer to the question: can hamsters cucumber. Yes, it is possible and necessary. Only pre-peeled.
Fruit
With a question of vegetables and a question on whether hamsters can have fresh cucumbers, they figured it out. Now go to the fruit. So often I want to pamper a funny hamster with something tasty and healthy. But what can a rodent give? What fruits will not harm the health of the crumbs?
Firstly, hamsters can not be citrus. Secondly, "overseas" fruits should be absent in their diet. For example, kiwi and bananas. And before treating the animal, it is necessary to wash the fruit, ideally - scald with boiling water and cut a small piece. The list of healthy fruit goodies is below:
- Apples
- Pears
- Peaches.
- Apricots
- Plums are few.
- Dried fruits: raisins, dried apricots, dried apples.
Fruits should be fresh, in no case rotten or spoiled.
Berries
The rodent's menu includes seasonal berries. The kid enjoys eating cherries, strawberries, currants, non-sour cherries, raspberries. Cherries must be pitted. Treat in small quantities, do not overfeed the rodent. This will negatively affect his health.
Greens
Hamsters are very fond of parsley, dill, lettuce. You can offer your pet leaves of dandelion, plantain, nettle. The charming rodent will not refuse from the leaves of currant, apple or cherry. All leaves are collected away from the roads, washed thoroughly and only then given to the animal.
No protein anywhere
The protein component must be present in the rodent's diet. And what could it be? Boiled chicken, for example. Naturally cooled, without bones and skin. What else can you offer a rodent?
- Boiled lean beef.
- Boiled fish without bones.
- Sour-milk products non-fat.
- Boiled eggs.
- Live food: bloodworm, flour worm, earthworm.
The protein is given to the hamster no more than 2 times a week. For example, on Monday you can treat your pet with a chicken, and on Saturday treat you with a piece of boiled egg. All products should be free of salt and spices.
Gender strongly forbidden
Finally, it was the turn to talk about those products that should never be given to a hamster. These include:
- Cheese.
- Bread.
- Potatoes.
- Cabbage.
- Spice.
- Fatty, fried, smoked food.
- Sausages and sausages.
- Watermelon.
- Avocado.
- A pineapple.
- Sour cream, milk, butter.
- Mushrooms.
- Pasta.
- Chocolate.
- Ice cream.
- Honey.
- Paste.
- Marshmallows.
- Sparkling water.
- Juices.
- Candies and chewing gum.
In general, it is forbidden for a pet to give everything that is considered tasty for a person. Such a treat to the hamster can cause irreparable harm, even death.
Briefly about feeding
How to feed a hamster? Should food be constantly in the cage? It should be borne in mind that the pet is a thrifty creature. And in his cheek pouches he will surely hide his food, carefully take him to the house and place him in a secluded corner. Rodent feeding occurs twice a day. In the morning they pour a bowl of food and give something tasty, in the evening the same pattern. The water in the drinker should be constantly. It is changed daily; care should be taken to ensure that the drinker is full. Once a week, the cells are disinfected, and with it, feeders and drinking bowls.
Conclusion
What should be remembered from the article?
- Can hamsters cucumber? Can. But cabbage is prohibited.
- The rodent's diet should include fresh vegetables, fruits, and greens.
- Pet products should be given protein products, but not more than 2 times a week.
- You can not treat the baby with those products that are banned. That could kill him.
Observing simple rules for feeding a pet, you can extend its life. And the baby will delight his master 2.5-3 years.