Clay Hamster Gnawing Stone?

[Molly_Moo]

Hi everyone,

I recently bought a Quiko Minerals gnawing block from Pets at Home, and the main ingredient is clay. Is this safe for my hamster to gnaw on?

I keep reading mixed responses so I thought I'd just ask you guys before I give it to Nibbler.

Thanks so much!

Molly x

[cypher]

It should be fine, they don't really need mineral stones & often ignore them anyway but the clay is ok.

[Molly_Moo]

Originally Posted by cypher

It should be fine, they don't really need mineral stones & often ignore them anyway but the clay is ok.

Thank you Cypher! I was told that it's bad because it compacts, could that be a problem if she tries to eat the flowers and seeds in the stone? It looks like this:

Thanks!

[cypher]

It shouldn't be a problem, even if she chews of the flowers & seeds I doubt she's actually ingest much of the clay but small amounts are OK.