Feeding: What, when and how much?

Hamsters are hoarders, which means feeding them daily can lead to them becoming overweight and unhealthy. So how often and how much should they be fed?

The first thing to do is make sure that your hamster is on the correct food!

Specialized foods tailored to each hamster species are beneficial as they provide a more comprehensive nutritional profile based on the specific requirements of each hamster.

Chinese, Dwarf (Russian, Winter White, and Campbell) as well as Roborovski hamsters should be given food mixes designed for dwarf hamsters.

• Dwarfs (Russian, Winter White, Campbells): 2 tsp once every 2-3 days.

• Chinese: 1.5 tbsp once every 2-3 days.

• Roborovski: 1.5 tsp once every 2-3 days.

For Syrian hamsters, it is recommended to feed them food mixes specifically formulated for Syrian hamsters.

• Syrians: 2 tbsp once every 2-3 days.

Here are some great options for species-specific food mixes!

Bunny Dream Expert

Approx Price per 500g bag: £10.00

• Bunny Nature Dwarf Hamster Dream Expert

• Bunny Nature Syrian Hamster Dream Expert

This food is also available to buy from eBay and select other retailers.

Rodipet

Rodipet is a German company that does ship to the UK.

United Kingdom: 13,95 € (Ø-delivery time: 3 days)

They do not only species-specific diets but lifestage diets.

• Rodi Pet Hamster Food

Bear's Hamster Food

Approx Price per 250g bag: £8.49

• Bear's Premium Syrian Hamster Food

• Bear's Premium Dwarf Hamster Food

UK made. Available in different bag sizes, up to 2kg.

Option to include or exclude shrimps, bugs and soya.

Hamster Mixologists

Approx Price per 300g bag: £12.99

• Hamster Mixologists Etsy Store

UK made. Available in different life stages (Baby, Adult and Elder), and available for both Syrian and Dwarf species.