Hamsters belong to the rodent subfamily, so many people get the impression that they are unpretentious animals. In fact, their diet must be carefully monitored. It is especially important to strictly adhere to the nut diet and know which nuts are contraindicated for hamsters.
Nuts can be dangerous for hamsters
Nuts contain vegetable protein, a whole list of vitamins, minerals, healthy oils. Many vegetable fruits have a pleasant, sweetish taste that is liked not only by people, but also by some animals.
Hamsters are big nut lovers. They are ready to eat them all day, but often you cannot feed furry pets with nuts. And some fruits can even lead to death of rodents.
Walnut
Walnuts are high in protein and other nutrients. This makes it an irreplaceable source of energy not only for humans, but also for pets. You can give walnuts to hamsters. They are especially useful for pregnant females. However, it's important not to overdo it. Whole walnuts should not be offered to hamsters. It needs to be cleaned and divided into 10 equal parts. One particle a day, no more - this is the norm for a fluffy baby.
Hazelnut
No hamster will ever give up hazelnuts. They are very fond of this nut, but due to the fat content of the fruit, it should be given in moderation. Half a hazelnut is enough for Syrian hamsters, and a quarter is enough for Dzungarian rodents. It is recommended to offer such a delicacy no more than 3 times a week.
Peanut
Roasted or salted peanuts are a forbidden fruit for hamsters. But a fresh nut will benefit the rodent if you give half of the peanuts 2 times a week.
Peanut butter and butter will kill your pet.
Cashew
Cashews contain vitamin E. It protects hamsters from baldness. Also, the fruit is famous for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties. Half a nut a day 2 times a week is the norm for a hamster.
Pine nuts
3 peeled pine nuts per week. This is the norm for Syrian hamsters. Dzungar brothers are allowed to give half as much.
Pistachios
The benefits of pistachios for hamsters have not been officially proven, but the harm is obvious. Therefore, it is not recommended to give these nuts to pets. They can do him irreparable harm.
Almond
Forbidden treat for hamsters - almonds. This nut contains hydrocyanic acid, which is toxic to rodents. Plum, apricot, peach pits are no less dangerous. They are capable of killing a pet.
Whichever nut is offered to the hamster must be peeled. It is difficult for a furry pet to peel the fruit on its own. Even if he succeeds, the shell can damage the mucous membrane of the rodent's mouth.
If you follow the above recommendations, sometimes treating the hamster with nuts that are useful for him, he will delight the owners with his activity and cheerful disposition.
