Introducing Orko - Page 15

Engel · 06-17-2022, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Ria P

Engel, thanks for ideas. That's the tofu i got as well, tofoo.

How do i serve it to the hamsters? Just straight out of the packet?

I hope that you're going to get the dwarfie.

Tofoo can be eaten straight out the pack I believe. Downside is it needs to be eaten within 48hrs of opening. Storage in the fridge during this time has to be submerged in water and changed daily. I chop/portion and freeze whatever I don't use. Texture does change a little bit but nothing drastic. That being said, the XL block doesn't last more than 2 weeks so I don't know how well it holds up long term.

Regarding the dwarf, I'm going to find more information about it first. A lot of people are breeding hamsters and selling them on at the moment in my area so I don't want to be funding that. It also happens to be in the P@H adoption bit which normal has animals given up but I have heard of 'old stock' being put in there. We'll see.

Engel · 06-17-2022, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by cloudy

Oh wow! They must have had such an amazing bond. I am going to try and search for a thread about Niko.

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Originally Posted by Ria P

cloudy, you need to read up on Engel's Robo Niko.
Niko sat on Engel's shoulder and snuggled in her hoodie!!

He certainly did. We did have a special bond. I miss him so much. Here's the thread if you couldn't find it:
Meet Niko

Engel · 06-17-2022, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by LunaTheHamster1

Yes Engel get the dwarf

Don't tempt me

cloudy · 06-18-2022, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Engel

He certainly did. We did have a special bond. I miss him so much. Here's the thread if you couldn't find it:
Meet Niko - Hamster Central

I read the thread and it was just wonderful. Your bond was amazing.

cloudy · 06-18-2022, 01:02 AM

Orko does not like sunflower seeds! I am so disappointed. He does not seem to like anything that is popular with robos. I will continue with them and hope he likes them.

Ria P · 06-18-2022, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by cloudy

Orko does not like sunflower seeds! I am so disappointed. He does not seem to like anything that is popular with robos. I will continue with them and hope he likes them.

Oh dear but i couldn't help laughing! That little man wants to be different. You'll end up with very well fed wild birds.

Ok, what about dried coconut flakes. I looked for organic ones that are 100% coconut and found some in Tkmaxx.
Holland & Barrett does them too. The supermarket ones have a preservative which is probably fine.

AmityvilleHams · 06-18-2022, 02:21 AM

Coconut is a good idea to try if it's free from any additives. I've personally seen toasted without anything added here in the US, so that's another option to look for.

Sulfur dioxide(spelled sulphur in the UK I think) is definitely a preservative I would avoid entirely for pet related things - sulphites in general though(including sodium metabisulphite). A lot of dried fruits and such have additives too though like artificial dyes, and lots of them also have added sugar or sweeteners so there are plenty things to look out for.

LunaTheHamster1 · 06-18-2022, 03:21 AM

Have you tried flax/Linseeds with him. Can get from supermarket/ healthfood stores.

cloudy · 06-18-2022, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Ria P

Oh dear but i couldn't help laughing! That little man wants to be different. You'll end up with very well fed wild birds.

Ok, what about dried coconut flakes. I looked for organic ones that are 100% coconut and found some in Tkmaxx.
Holland & Barrett does them too. The supermarket ones have a preservative which is probably fine.

He is a funny boy. That is a great idea. I will look for some.

cloudy · 06-18-2022, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by AmityvilleHams

Coconut is a good idea to try if it's free from any additives. I've personally seen toasted without anything added here in the US, so that's another option to look for.

Sulfur dioxide(spelled sulphur in the UK I think) is definitely a preservative I would avoid entirely for pet related things - sulphites in general though(including sodium metabisulphite). A lot of dried fruits and such have additives too though like artificial dyes, and lots of them also have added sugar or sweeteners so there are plenty things to look out for.

Thank you for the tip. I will check Wholefoods as their produce is all organic.