What's a healthy hamster diet? How much and are sugary treats okay?

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What is appropriate in diet and treats for my hamster? I typically give him a lot of sugary treats (yogurt drops, dried papaya bits, fruit, etc) in addition to a bowl full of Kaytee Forti-Diet Hamster and Gerbil food every week, and recently realized roborovski’s are prone to diabetes. Also, should I feed him a certain amount instead of just giving him a whole bowl weekly? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered | 0.0078125 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

A hamster needs fresh fruits and vegetables as well as grains and greens. You can feed him daily in the morning or in the evening. Acceptable vegetables and greens include romaine lettuce, cauliflower, squash, spinach, broccoli, carrots and cucumbers. Commercial pellets or blocks can be offered along with a seed mix, vegetables and greens (as listed above) and fruit such as apple, pear, banana and grapes. Be sure to check the cage frequently to clean out any hoards to prevents pests and rot.

What's a healthy hamster diet? How much and are sugary treats okay?

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