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Old 07-17-2016, 02:25 PM   #1
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Can I try Pan, my Robo, with a little hay?

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Old 07-17-2016, 02:26 PM   #2
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Hay wouldn't be necessary or that beneficial and could cause injury,so probably just don't do it and spend the money used towards hay on something more enriching and species appropriate.
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Old 07-17-2016, 08:26 PM   #3
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Some hams really enjoy hay, two things though, first you need to freeze for at least 48hrs, I usually do it for a week, to kill any mites that may be present, then you need to check it over for any sharp pieces that could damage pouches.
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I've got a fairly big bag of hay for the guinea pigs but I've not yet tried it with the hamsters. I'll admit that the worry that they'll injure their cheek pouches has been a bit of a concern but I suppose as long as you're careful to remove any sharp pieces then it should be okay.
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Old 07-18-2016, 04:54 AM   #5
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Some hams really enjoy hay, two things though, first you need to freeze for at least 48hrs, I usually do it for a week, to kill any mites that may be present, then you need to check it over for any sharp pieces that could damage pouches.
Ok, thanks for your advice! I think I'll give it a go.
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Old 07-18-2016, 11:22 AM   #6
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Even if you remove all the sharp pieces,accidents can still happen due to the length of hay without considering anything else.
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Old 07-18-2016, 03:02 PM   #7
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I think Timothy Hay is meant to be very soft!
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Old 07-18-2016, 03:03 PM   #8
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It is soft enough to be safe for rabbits and guinea pigs and animals like that,but it is still very risky with such small animals like hamsters.
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Old 07-18-2016, 09:22 PM   #9
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This is one of the best I've used.
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Old 07-18-2016, 11:19 PM   #10
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This is one of the best I've used.
Lol I use that one as well! Willow loves it, haven't tried it with the robos yet.

If you looked for a soft-stemmed hay then you'd probably be fine. Your decision though
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