Dalmation dwarf hamster.?

Question

I just got one today, and I have had three hamsters in my life time. It has been a while since i have had one though and i was curious to know what kind of special treats I could give Walter. Also I was curious to know if i could feed Walter fruit as well.

Answers?

Thanks

Answer 1

Check out wikapedia .They have a good section on hamsters and what to feed them.I think too much fruit gives them diabetes.They like broccoli.

Answer 2

You didn't happen to buy them from a Petsmart in Oklahoma did you? :(

Answer 3

Check the below link, it gives a very exhaustive list of dos and donts for hamster foods -

http://pethamsters.co.uk/foods.html

Remember variety is key to your hamster's good health. Commercial hamster food mixes are available in the market which are best for the hamster since they contain a mix of grains, nuts, seeds, dehydrated fruits and veggies in the correct proportions. Do invest in a good brand of commerical hamster feed. Readymade hamster treats are also available which can be given in small quantities once / twice a day or during hamster playtime. Vitamin / Mineral drops are also useful - these can be mixed with the water that hamster drinks.

Do not give them much of fruits, watery fruits can cause diarrheaa and acidic fruits like lemons, oranges and other citrus can cause acidity to their little stomachs.