What Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat?

Yo, what’s good? My name is Matt and I remember the day I found out my pet hamster, Rosie, was pregnant.

I was so excited, I couldn’t contain myself. I was like, “hell yeah, I’m gonna be a dad!” But then I realized I had no idea what to feed her.

I mean, I knew they ate hamster food and seeds, but what about when she was knocked up? So I did some research and I’m here to share what I learned with you.

Pregnant hamsters can eat a variety of foods including fresh fruits and vegetables, hamster pellet food, and small amounts of seeds.

Fun fact: Did you know that hamsters are pregnant for only 16-18 days? That’s right, they’re like the Beyoncé of the rodent world.

I was like, “damn, that’s fast!” But I was determined to make sure Rosie had a healthy pregnancy. So, I went to the pet store and asked the dude behind the counter what I should feed her.

He was like, “dude, just give her some fresh fruits and veggies, some hamster food and a few seeds. She’ll be good.”

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What Fruits and Vegetables Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat?

I was like, “okay cool, but what fruits and veggies specifically?” So, I did some digging and found out that pregnant hamsters can eat:

Apples (without the seeds)
Bananas
Carrots
Cucumbers
Green Beans
Peas
Spinach

What Kind of Pellet Food Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat?

I was like, “okay, got it. But, what kind of hamster food should I give her?”

So, I did some more digging and found out that pregnant hamsters should eat a high-protein pellet food.

This will ensure they’re getting all the necessary nutrients for both themselves and their developing babies.

Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat Seeds?

I was like, “alright, got it. But, can she still have seeds?” So, I did some more digging and found out that pregnant hamsters can have a small amount of seeds as a treat.

But, it’s important to not give them too many because they’re high in fat and can lead to obesity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat Sunflower Seeds?

Yeah, they can have a few sunflower seeds as a treat. But, again, don’t give them too many because they’re high in fat.

Can Pregnant Hamsters Eat Fresh Foods Only?

Nah, they need a balanced diet that includes both fresh fruits and vegetables, pellet food, and small amounts of seeds. Fresh foods should not be the main source of their diet.

Do Pregnant Hamsters Need More Food Than Normal?

Not necessarily, but it’s important to make sure they’re getting a balanced diet and enough of the necessary nutrients for both themselves and their developing babies.

Wrap it up, Matt

So, there you have it folks. Pregnant hamsters can eat a variety of foods including fresh fruits and vegetables, hamster pellet food, and small amounts of seeds.