Hamsters are very cute and funny little animals. The favorites of our children, and, of course, adults. Even such a small creature needs care and comfort. And before such small animals, we have a responsibility: how to care for them and how to feed them. One of the important criteria for a safe live is hamster food. Due to the good composition offered by the manufacturers, you can choose the most suitable. We will dwell on them in more detail and consider the best options of manufacturers representing high-quality food for a small pet.
The main thing in feeding is to make the most rational pet food.
Which feed to choose
So, what do creators of hamster feed recommend us? You probably noticed what a huge range can be seen on the shelves of pet stores. There is a whole list of brands known to us, which also produce supplements for other pets. These include "Benelux", "Fiori", "Prestige" and many others.
But the key to success is to use dry food. along with fresh herbs, as well as the addition of cucumber, tomato, pear and apple. Also add fresh carrots, corn and beets.
The list of banned products include garlic, onions and cabbage.
Feed Types
Jr farm
The first most popular feed for a small pet. Unique in composition, as it contains a lot of the most useful vitamins and minerals, which greatly helps the digestive process. This manufacturer has collected the most delicious ingredients, which include red millet and wheat ears. In the product a huge amount of protein, which makes the product the most popular.
Despite the large number of advantages, the only drawback is inconvenient packaging. The general popular opinion about this product is positive, which allows you to occupy the top line of the rating.
Benelux special
The next feed, which I would like to talk about. This is a product of one of the most popular premium brands. Its composition is unique because it includes the best ingredients that need to be given to a small pet. It also has enough minerals and substances that contribute to the full life of the pet. In addition to the advantages, it can be noted the disadvantages of the product - this is a relatively high cost and low protein content. But this product also received nationwide love.
Fiory criceti
The first among the feed to maintain immunity. The composition of this product is diverse - includes different types of cereals, peanuts, peas, honey. Also prevails a large amount of vitamins, amino acids, minerals. All this is perfectly absorbed by the body of a small rodent, supports the immune system.
Of the minuses can be noted a limited amount of protein and the presence of honey, which is not shown to all animals, as it can cause an allergic reaction.
Padovan grandmix criceti
The most affordable feed. This feed is varied in composition. Its main components are different types of cereals, nuts and sunflower seeds. This feed is characterized by convenient packaging, which is divided into two compartments, which protects it from exposure to sunlight and ingress of excess moisture. The advantages include: good composition, low price and low product consumption. By cons, there is a small amount of protein and the presence of dyes.
The list of permitted products includes fruits, vegetables and herbs. For example, dried fruits can be added to the diet of the Jungar hamster. In the first place in the basis of the diet is still feed from solid varieties of wheat and grain. In order for the hamster's teeth to be ground, it is produced in granules.
It is important to select food, taking into account the characteristics of your pet. It must fit the size of a little hamster. Indeed, for a dwarf species, for example, smaller grains are characteristic than for larger rocks.
Dry food do it yourself
If for any reason you do not want to buy ready-made feed, you can prepare a dry mix yourself. Take sunflower seeds, peas, corn kernels, oats, millet, wheat, mix it all up and give in the usual amount.
Feeding Vegetables
Not only feed in packages suitable for feeding rodents. It is very important to use fresh vegetables as a complementary food. They are filled with vitamins, and they are recommended to be given in season. Cucumbers, eggplants, peppers, carrots - all this is not only tasty, but also useful. Vitamins support immunity. It is not recommended to give such vegetables as white cabbage, potatoes, frozen or canned fruits.
Remember that the number of fresh vegetables and fruits in the diet should be small, you should not turn them into a main dish.
Hamsters are animals that love to stock, so if they don’t eat a cucumber, for example, they will hide it. And he simply spoiled. If you notice that the food does not fit your pet, then try to change it.
Feeding features
It is necessary to feed every day. If you are trying a new food for the first time, or your pet is very small, then it should be introduced gradually so that the hamster can get used to it. If you start adding third-party food in the form of vegetables and fruits in your daily diet, be sure to give only fresh products. And all that he did not eat, clean and throw away, so as not to spoil. Rinse the bowl periodically with hot water, like a drinker. For feeding, use a bowl made of heavy material, such as ceramic. It is stable, and it will be difficult to overturn. Try not to give too much food - better watch out for emptying the bowl and add more often. Vodichku let's just boiled, change it at least once a day.
A hamster is a rodent, which means that its teeth grow throughout its life. In order for them not to interfere with the animal, he must grind them. Therefore, do not forget to buy mineral or chalk stone for your pet, and sometimes indulge it with fresh sprigs of apple, plum and cherry trees, of course, after dabbing them with boiling water.
In the springtime, you can treat your fluffy with a special delicacy - collect fresh dandelion leaves with your own hands, rinse them thoroughly and let them a little. Dandelion is just a storehouse of vitamins.
Caring for a hamster does not take much time and effort. Pick him the right food, use nutritious food in your diet, periodically clean the cage - and the animal will live a happy life, delighting you and your children.
You can learn more about choosing a hamster feed in the following video.
