As hamsters are caged animals, their food is the only real diversion and therefore a good variety of foodstuffs is recommended for hamsters to eat to keep them healthy. Pelleted food available from pet shops, is the most convenient and this is a good basis for hamster food, but they also derive great benefit from a variety of grains, sunflower seeds and nuts and these should be given regularly to your pet.
Although pelleted food, available from petshops, is a good basis for hamster food, and the most convenient, they also need to have a variety of grains, sunflower seeds and nuts. They will also appreciate more succulent items of hamster food such as raisins, carrots and apples as well as the occasional small amount of green stuff.
In their natural environment hamsters lead a solitary existence, digging tunnels and holes close to the surface and are active only at night time. They are thought to travel great distances at night in search of food. These facts must be taken into account when designing hamster cages. The floor space needs to be of a good size, minimum 2400 square cm. with a minimum height of 30cm.
Hampsters make great pets expecially for children, its important that the hampster is well cared for, and you ensure you have the right cage, toys and food to ensure your hamster staying in good health. There are a number of hamster breeds to choose from including, Chinesse dwarf hamsters, golden Hamsters and black bear Hamsters, see the links below for more information: