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Can Syrian hamsters eat salted sunflower seeds? How many are safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | 1 year and 3 months old

Is it okay for me to give my Syrian salted sunflower seeds, and how many a day?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 1st, 2018

Salted sunflower seeds would not be recommended. Too much salt is not healthy for a hamster. You can offer plain, unsalted seeds instead. 5 or 6 shelled sunflower seeds make an acceptable occasional treat.

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