Hamster Central - View Single Post - block feed / forage mix ratios ? + any toy ideas ?

lovehamsters01 · 10-22-2023, 01:05 PM

honestly in my experience hamsters are amazing at portion control. I really don't think that you need to worry about overfeeding because hamsters really don't eat when they're full. in fact, giving some extra food can be a good thing because they can have fun hoarding the extras.
I also use science selective, and I'm very happy with it. I make sure my hamsters always have science selective in their food dish, and I also scatter about a handful of a foraging mix 2-3 times a week. I don't have any specific reason for doing this 2-3 a week other than that's about how long it takes until they've found all the food.
I have had Syrians, robos, and Campbells hamsters and with all of them I've never had any issues with overweight hamsters, and when I clean their cage, I find half of their food hidden away in "storage".
it's always great to be careful when it comes to feeding animals the right portions but when it comes to hamsters, you really don't need to measure out anything in my experience. the only thing I would say to be careful with is to make sure not give more than a couple of pieces of dried fruit a week since this can lead to diabetes, but keep in mind that even if you accidently do, most hamsters will instinctively know how to balance their diet and simply won't eat what's not good for them.
good luck!

10-22-2023, 01:05 PM
lovehamsters01 Hamster Pup Join Date: Jan 2022 Posts: 119	Re: block feed / forage mix ratios ? + any toy ideas ? honestly in my experience hamsters are amazing at portion control. I really don't think that you need to worry about overfeeding because hamsters really don't eat when they're full. in fact, giving some extra food can be a good thing because they can have fun hoarding the extras. I also use science selective, and I'm very happy with it. I make sure my hamsters always have science selective in their food dish, and I also scatter about a handful of a foraging mix 2-3 times a week. I don't have any specific reason for doing this 2-3 a week other than that's about how long it takes until they've found all the food. I have had Syrians, robos, and Campbells hamsters and with all of them I've never had any issues with overweight hamsters, and when I clean their cage, I find half of their food hidden away in "storage". it's always great to be careful when it comes to feeding animals the right portions but when it comes to hamsters, you really don't need to measure out anything in my experience. the only thing I would say to be careful with is to make sure not give more than a couple of pieces of dried fruit a week since this can lead to diabetes, but keep in mind that even if you accidently do, most hamsters will instinctively know how to balance their diet and simply won't eat what's not good for them. good luck!