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Can hamsters eat pumpkin seeds raw?

Joe Ford

Can hamsters eat pumpkin seeds raw?

Hamsters can absolutely eat baked pumpkin seeds, as well as raw ones. We suggest roasting the seeds at 250C until they are golden brown. Make sure that they are cool before feeding them to your hamster though!

What nuts and seeds can hamsters eat?

Safe nuts and seeds for your hamster

  • peanuts.
  • pecans.
  • pistachios.
  • walnuts.
  • pine nuts.
  • cashews.
  • hazelnuts.
  • sunflower seeds.

Can hamsters eat only sunflower seeds?

As Kat Čierna says, sunflower seeds are not healthy except in moderation. They are very high in oil (and calories), and are thus absolutely delicious to hamsters, so the hamsters will happily eat them almost exclusively, and end up malnourished and overweight. Think of sunflower seeds as a dessert.

Can hamsters eat sunflower seeds with Shell?

Shelled and unshelled sunflower seeds are both fine for your pet. The shelled variety may provide more entertainment for your hamster as they attempt to remove the shell, and this can improve their bone health as well. However, both types are absolutely fine, as long as they are given in the right amount.

What should you not feed hamsters?

Foods You Should Not Feed Hamsters

  • Apple seeds.
  • Raw beans.
  • Raw potatoes.
  • Almonds.
  • Citrus fruit.
  • Garlic.
  • Onions.
  • Rhubarb leaves or raw rhubarb.

Can hamsters get fleas?

Just like your cats and dogs, hamsters can become infested with fleas. While it’s fairly rare, knowing how to treat and manage hamster fleas can help to make your hamster’s infestation a short-lived one.

Why is my hamster scratching herself?

If your hamster is scratching itself repeatedly, then some of the most likely reasons include dry skin, mange, mites or some form of allergic reaction. Another cause of scratching is mange. Sarcoptic mange is caused by mites, and they cause lots of dry, irritated skin that is quite scabby and crusted.

Should I get 2 hamsters?

For owners who want to keep two or more hamsters together, Dwarf hamsters are recommended. These species can be kept in pairs or groups as long as they are given adequate space. Most Dwarf hamsters will enjoy company from members of their own species, but Syrian (and sometimes Chinese) hamsters must be kept alone.

What hamster is best for beginners?

The Syrians are best suited to beginners of any age, and smaller ones require a little more caution, care and know-how.

  • Syrian Hamsters. Syrian hamsters are the largest captive hamsters and the most popular choices for hamster pets, according to the Pet Web Site.
  • Dwarf Hamsters.
  • Roborovski Hamsters.
  • Chinese Hamsters.