Can hamsters eat tomatoes?
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PDSA: Hamsters as pets (opens in a new tab)
“These fruits are all suitable for your hamster: Apple (remove the seeds) Banana Melon Peach Pear Tomato”
PDSA: Hamsters as pets (opens in a new tab)
“A small daily portion of fruit, veg and herbs is great for adding variety … just a teaspoon or two a day will do.”
PDSA: Hamsters as pets (opens in a new tab)
“Avoid overfeeding sugary fruit/veg as this can lead to health problems such as obesity or diabetes (Russian Dwarf hamsters are particularly prone to diabetes).”
Merck Veterinary Manual: Providing a Home for a Hamster (opens in a new tab)
“Small amounts of fruits, vegetables … can be given, but treats should make up no more than 10% of the diet.”