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Old 09-07-2020, 03:51 AM   #1
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Hi guys,

I am new here, would like some help with regards to my hamster's nutrition.
To give you a background:
My hamster had patches of fur loss at the sides of her body , we took her to the vet and the doctor said its probably mites ( the test came out negative, but they said it is mostly cause of mites since she doesn't have allergy from the food we provide her - which is seeds and pellets, and fresh vegetables). we dont have reliable commercial food here in India. I am importing Supreme Harry Hamster mix. but this will take time to get delivered to us due to the current situation.

The doctor suggested that we give 'Winsko Hamster M multivitamins' along with weekly injections. I could not find this product anywhere. not even available for import. can you guys lead me to where i can find it , or suggest me an alternate brand of Multivitamins?

Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Old 09-07-2020, 06:17 AM   #2
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Hello. I don’t know if those either but I don’t think hamsters need added vitamins if they have the correct diet and they also need to process the form of vitamin . Most multivitamins are to put in their water and that can cause them to stop drinking if they suspect the water taste.

But as you say you’re having difficulty finding the right diet just now. Can you access linseeds and hemp seeds? You should get virtually all the vitamins needed from these. Linseeds in particular work wonders for hair loss. I give a pinch each day on a separate dish and they get licked up. Bald patches can grow back completely within a few weeks. It is always assumed it is mites but there are other reasons for fur loss. Diet is one (if something is lacking) but they can also have a bit of a moult in hot weather.

When the Harry Hamster arrives that contains everything needed but you can still supplement with linseeds and hemp seeds.

I have twice had hamster hair grow back nice and thick just supplementing with linseeds and not only that it is lovely and thick and glossy!

Providing she is well enough in herself I would try linseeds and hemp seeds rather than multivitamins. A pinch of each on a separate dish (I put them in separate places on the dish as some days they will be more keen on one than the other).

Hemp seeds are supposed to contain all vitamins and minerals. Linseeds are more the oil vitamins like vitamin E.
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Old 09-07-2020, 06:27 AM   #3
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In terms of what you feed her meanwhile (you said you already give seeds and pellets) they need about 18% protein - lack of protein can also cause fur loss. People think hamsters are vegetarian sometimes but they are actually omnivores and will happily eat meat or fish. Giving leftovers from our meals is fine providing it is just plaza in cooked chicken or beef - no sauces or flavourings etc and no spices. They will get some protein from pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds but not enough. You could also give a bit of scrambled or boiled egg, half a walnut or cashew but once or twice a week. Those also give good protein.

So maybe you could mix up your seed mix with some oats for now and supplement with the hemp and linseeds and some plain chicken, egg and a shelled plain nut or two. They really love fresh food supplements. I tend to only give chicken and fresh meat out of the cage - they tend to just eat a tiny bit. To avoid them hoarding any and it going off.
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Old 09-07-2020, 09:46 AM   #4
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Hallo and welcome to HC!
What exactly are the weekly injections for? That sounds a bit drastic to me without a proper diagnosis but i'm no vet of course.
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Old 09-07-2020, 11:25 AM   #5
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I agree, weekly injections sounds a bit drastic (assumed this was for vitamins? Or mites?) If the skin scraping showed no mites then treatment shouldn't be given for mites.
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Old 09-08-2020, 05:25 AM   #6
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Hello. I don’t know if those either but I don’t think hamsters need added vitamins if they have the correct diet and they also need to process the form of vitamin . Most multivitamins are to put in their water and that can cause them to stop drinking if they suspect the water taste.

But as you say you’re having difficulty finding the right diet just now. Can you access linseeds and hemp seeds? You should get virtually all the vitamins needed from these. Linseeds in particular work wonders for hair loss. I give a pinch each day on a separate dish and they get licked up. Bald patches can grow back completely within a few weeks. It is always assumed it is mites but there are other reasons for fur loss. Diet is one (if something is lacking) but they can also have a bit of a moult in hot weather.

When the Harry Hamster arrives that contains everything needed but you can still supplement with linseeds and hemp seeds.

I have twice had hamster hair grow back nice and thick just supplementing with linseeds and not only that it is lovely and thick and glossy!

Providing she is well enough in herself I would try linseeds and hemp seeds rather than multivitamins. A pinch of each on a separate dish (I put them in separate places on the dish as some days they will be more keen on one than the other).

Hemp seeds are supposed to contain all vitamins and minerals. Linseeds are more the oil vitamins like vitamin E.
Thank you! i will check for hempseeds and linseeds they will mostly be available for sure
Edit: Just realised linseeds are flax seeds, I give her linseeds every day ( a pinch ~ about ten seeds). I have ordered hempseeds , we should be getting it by tomorrow.


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In terms of what you feed her meanwhile (you said you already give seeds and pellets) they need about 18% protein - lack of protein can also cause fur loss. People think hamsters are vegetarian sometimes but they are actually omnivores and will happily eat meat or fish. Giving leftovers from our meals is fine providing it is just plaza in cooked chicken or beef - no sauces or flavourings etc and no spices. They will get some protein from pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds but not enough. You could also give a bit of scrambled or boiled egg, half a walnut or cashew but once or twice a week. Those also give good protein.

So maybe you could mix up your seed mix with some oats for now and supplement with the hemp and linseeds and some plain chicken, egg and a shelled plain nut or two. They really love fresh food supplements. I tend to only give chicken and fresh meat out of the cage - they tend to just eat a tiny bit. To avoid them hoarding any and it going off.
Yes , i give her a 1/6th of an egg twice a week, and sometimes switch it up with scrambled eggs. I am a vegetarian, so eggs and mealworms are as far as i can provide for her as of now.

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Hallo and welcome to HC!
What exactly are the weekly injections for? That sounds a bit drastic to me without a proper diagnosis but i'm no vet of course.
Thanks Ria! the weekly injections were for mites - i asked the vet about it too, since the test came out negative. but we decided to go for the injections since her condition was worsening (she was itching a lot too). its been 4 weeks now, her fur is almost back to normal with the help of the injections and Myco Dermis Gel (applied on the patches once a day). Today was her final injection. wont be going back to the vet anymore. and they have suggested to use Beaphar multivitamins in the meantime - but this isnt available in my country, luckily it can be imported, but i'm going to wait it out and give her hemp/linseeds like @serendipity suggested, as her harry hamster feed should arrive by Monday.

Thanks for the responses both of you! <3

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Old 09-08-2020, 07:17 AM   #7
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Yes linseeds are the same as flax Glad to hear her fur is growing back. I think hemp seeds and HH are the way to go I personally don't like the idea of vitamin drops.
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Old 09-08-2020, 11:18 AM   #8
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Yes linseeds are the same as flax Glad to hear her fur is growing back. I think hemp seeds and HH are the way to go I personally don't like the idea of vitamin drops.
Yep, me neither, I don't trust anything sold for hamsters. It took months for me to decide on HH. Following Victoria Rachel's YouTube channel and checking out hamster Central and other forums convinced me
Thanks for your help
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Old 09-08-2020, 12:02 PM   #9
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You’re welcome. Do let us know how she gets on. It could still be a moult if you’ve had hot weather. How old is she?
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You’re welcome. Do let us know how she gets on. It could still be a moult if you’ve had hot weather. How old is she?
Hi! We don't have hot weather right now. It's been raining heavily for two months now. I've been monitoring her tank to check if the temperature in it is high , and she isn't showing signs of heat stress. She's doing better. Will give updates every month or so. She's a seven month old Syrian hamster.
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