What fruits can you feed a dwarf hamster? What is not recommended?

Question

Are there any types of food which hamsters can't eat or shouldn't?

Answer 1

There really isn't much to feeding a hamster. They need a staple diet of seeds, pellets, and grains. Several good brands to look for are Nutriphase, Sunscription, Kaytee, and Vitakraft. They make healthy mixes and treats.

Dwarf hamsters love treats and there are many options. Vitakraft sells varieties of treats ranging from yogurt to waffles. But, if you can't seem to get ahold of the brands, make up your own!

Feast Fit For a Hamster
1) Lettuce
2) Oats
3) Dry Catfood
4) Bread 'n milk (for mothers-to-be)
5) Broccoli
6) Apple
7) Peanut Butter (mine seem to prefer creamy)
8) Shredded Cheese
9) Tomatoes
10) Carrots
11) Corn
12) Dog Biscuits
13) Cooked meat (make sure it is cool)
14) Yogurt (avoid yogurt with sugar)
15) Berries (make sure they're well-washed)
16) Pumpkin (without the seeds)

WARNING: Several other types of vegetables and fruit can be given to your hamster, but be careful! Always choose healthy, clean fruits and veggies. Avoid oranges and other citric fruits. They are high in acidity and can cause problems. Also, don't overfeed green vegetables (such as lettuce, celery, etc.) because they will cause stomach upset. Feeding greens once a week is ample. Never feed anything sharp, sticky, or sugary. CAUTION: Avoid any types of sugary foods. Dwarf hamsters are very susceptible to diabetes. Other than that, your hamster will thrive on his/her new favorite snacks!

Answer 2

I have a a guinea pig but I did have a dwarf hamster so here are some good things: - carrots- the best - celery - lettuce I tried to feed them fruits but they didn't like it. Also I would stay away from potatoes.

Answer 3

dwarf hamsters are suspectible to diabetes. Avoid food that contains sugar (for example Vitakraft and almost all hamster treats) and avoid fruit. You can feed such things like raisins, apple, banana ect. to your hamster but only as a treat.

Answer 4

First of all Campbells Dwarfs are pron to getting diebetis. You should not feed them any kind of fruit period. And there is no nutritional value in lettuce. My suggestion would be to read:
http://www.geocities.com/AAAHamsters/

Linda Price is the owner of that website. And she is one terrific lady. She is also a judge in California. She is well up on Syrians and especially the dwarf breeds.

Answer 5

Say hello to you're hamster on behalf of my cockatiel.
(I like how you source you're answers esp religous ones with "My Hamster")