Hamster Central - View Single Post

KittyKatMe · 07-21-2014, 10:14 AM

First off, how old is your hamster? If you're feeding a 50/50 mix of VitaSmart and Oxbow, the protein is at 15.5%. While this is good for a hamster over 1.5 years old, it is too low for a younger hamster. In the US, Hazel Hamster is a popular choice for younger hams because it has 18% protein. Alternatively, you could stick to your mix and add in a high protein lab block such as Harlan Teklad, Mazuri, or Kaytee Pro Health. This seems to work for many owners because it gives you full control over how much protein you feed, and it can be adjusted as the hamster gets older.

07-21-2014, 10:14 AM
KittyKatMe Newborn Pup Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA Posts: 10	Re: Hamster food suggestions! First off, how old is your hamster? If you're feeding a 50/50 mix of VitaSmart and Oxbow, the protein is at 15.5%. While this is good for a hamster over 1.5 years old, it is too low for a younger hamster. In the US, Hazel Hamster is a popular choice for younger hams because it has 18% protein. Alternatively, you could stick to your mix and add in a high protein lab block such as Harlan Teklad, Mazuri, or Kaytee Pro Health. This seems to work for many owners because it gives you full control over how much protein you feed, and it can be adjusted as the hamster gets older.