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Gerbil Snacks at DRD Rodent Shop® – The Gerbil Webshop for your Gerbil!
The JR Farm Apple Ball is a tempting ball made of untreated, woven natural willow, filled with crispy and vitamin-rich apples. The ball not only provides fun, but also a lot of nibbling fun and the challenge of getting the apples out of the ball!
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JR Farm Pearl Millet is a tasty treat that rodents and birds can enjoy as part of their diet. Pearl millet is a natural and nutritious grain that adds variety to your furry friends' diet.
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We have come up with something very special for all rodents, rodent friends and friends of rodent friends: three wonderful mixtures with which you can enrich the food of your furry friends. They all have something in common: they smell seductive, taste de
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Discover the taste and nutritional value of Canary Seed Harvest, a high-quality treat for your rodents. This carefully harvested canary seed is a tasty addition to your little friends' diet, allowing them to enjoy a diverse and nutritious menu.
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Spoil your rodents with the unique texture and taste of Hare's Tail Harvest. These carefully collected and dried hare tails are a natural and engaging addition to the diet of your beloved pets.
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Give your rodents a tasty and nutritious treat with Amaranth Harvest Green. These carefully selected green amaranth leaves provide a tasty and healthy addition to the diet of your beloved pets.
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These delicious and, above all, 100% natural parsley cookies are not only tasty, but also healthy and support digestion thanks to the high fiber content! The cookies are also nice and hard, which promotes tooth wear. Tasty and healthy!
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Plastic snack ball for rodents, rabbits and ferrets. Great activity for many different animals. Lots of challenge, enrichment and immediate reward for hard work! By rolling the snack ball, the snacks fall out. This way the animals are immediately rewarded
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The perfect snack for small rodents! These 100% natural sunflower seeds are a real treat that your furry friends will love.
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The Gerri Gerbil Yummies are small cheerful snacks in the shape of a heart. Tasty, crispy baked yummies with cheese and cranberries from our own bakery.
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De Witte Molen PUUR Pauze Snack Muesli is a pure and varied gourmet snack for rodents. Thanks to the special ingredients, the PUUR Pauze Snack Muesli provides a lot of enjoyment! Boredom also doesn't get a chance and your rodent can enjoy pure...
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In addition to being a responsible snack, the Rollins are an active toy for the hamster. The Rollins are intended to be placed loosely on the floor; due to the round shape, the hamster has to roll the ball in order to eat it. The Rollins contain special w
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This cheerful and colorful mix of low-fat snacks is ideal for hand-feeding. You will see: the rodents will go crazy for the easily digestible popcorn, the wheat and spelled pops, the tasty balls with alfalfa and the healthy linseed...
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In addition to being a responsible snack, the Rollins are an active toy for the guinea pig. The Rollins are intended to be placed loosely on the floor; due to the round shape, the guinea pig must roll the ball in order to eat it. The Rollins contain speci
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In addition to being a responsible snack, the Rollins are an active toy for the rabbit. The Rollins are intended to be placed loosely on the floor; due to the round shape, the rabbit has to roll the ball in order to eat it. The Rollins contain special whi
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Tasty brittle cushions that are airily extruded. This product is known to be a favorite with rodents, and the product also contains oats, which is a good nutritious source for the rodent.
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Crispy balls with alfalfa and beetroot that roll back and forth while eating for extra fun. Bonbinos are also very suitable for hand-feeding and for all rodents and rabbits. Prepared according to a sugar-free recipe, without artificial colors and preserva
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The Versele-Laga Crispy Biscuit rodent nuts is a delicious snack and very healthy! These biscuits contribute to the condition of your rodent. It also stimulates vitality. But most importantly, it is very tasty for your child...
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The Versele-Laga Crispy Biscuit rodent vegetable is a delicious snack and very healthy! These biscuits contribute to the condition of your rodent. It also stimulates vitality. But most importantly, it is very tasty for your kn...
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Treat your rodents to a delicious and natural treat with our Corn on the Cob. This fresh and tasty treat not only provides a fun chewing experience, but also a healthy addition to their diet.
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Russel Rabbit Crunchers are tasty, crispy baked snacks from our own bakery. Made with healthy, natural grains and real whole carrots.
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Tiny Friends Farm, the new world of Russel Rabbit & his famous friends! The Russel Rabbit Crunchers are tasty, crispy baked snacks from our own bakery. Made with healthy natural grains and real whole carrots
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Raviolos are crispy wheat cookies filled with healthy vegetables. The filling contains important minerals and will please many rodents and rabbits. Raviolos are great as a responsible snack.
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Vitakraft Happy Teddy Biscuits – Sweet Snack Bears for Rodents and Rabbits! Cheerful teddy bear biscuits with grains and vegetables for rodents and rabbits. No added sugar or artificial colors.
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Gerbil snacks – responsible herb, vegetable and protein snacks for rewarding and foraging
With the right gerbil snacks, you can turn "a treat" into a useful moment : rewarding, enriching, and encouraging natural behavior. Gerbils are active foragers who enjoy searching , peeling, and hoarding . That's why you'll find healthy snacks in this category, such as herbal snacks, dried vegetables, and protein supplements (e.g., insects) – ideal for keeping foraging fun without disrupting their diet.
At DRD Rodent Shop® , we select snacks that truly work in practice: clear composition, easy to portion, and smart to use as enrichment. Specialists in rodents and rabbits since 2011 .
Use snacks as a small addition to the gerbil food . Herbs and vegetables are often the most practical to portion out.
Gerbil food →
Insects and egg whites are a fun variation, but keep them small and manageable. Perfect as a reward or a "search" activity.
Protein snacks →
Hide small pieces in deep bedding or use food puzzles for additional foraging behavior.
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Gerbil snacks – quick selection guide
Want to snack responsibly without the hassle? Then choose snacks that are easy to portion and that get your gerbils searching . This is perfect for active gerbils who like to stay busy, and you don't want snacks to "secretly" become the main meal.
- Herbs & leaves – ideal as a daily mini-variety (a small portion). View herbs & seeds →
- Dried vegetables – great for nibbling and variety (in doses).
- Protein/insects – great for rewarding and foraging. View protein →
- Seeds/ears/nuts – energy-rich; give small and mindful treats, especially as an extra challenge.
- Fruit – only as a “real treat moment”, small and not too often.
Tip : Sprinkle snacks in small amounts throughout the enclosure rather than putting everything in one bowl. This automatically encourages snacking.
What are gerbil snacks?
Gerbil snacks are supplements to the daily diet: little extras for variety, reward, and enrichment. Think of herbal snacks, dried vegetables, seeds/corns, and protein supplements. The principle remains: basic food first , snacks are the "finishing touch."
Types of snacks for gerbils
- Herbs (snacks) – for sniffing and nibbling; often nice as a little daily treat.
- Dried vegetables – a tasty variety with a gnawing texture; ideal for hiding.
- Protein snacks (insects) – a fun reward and a nice change of pace; give in small doses as a supplement.
- Seeds/ears/nuts – energy-rich and popular; use consciously and preferably as a foraging challenge.
- Fruit – give in moderation; choose small portions and keep it a treat.
How often can you give snacks?
Keep it simple: small, mindful, and consistent . Herbs or a piece of dried vegetable often work well in mini-portions. Protein/insects and energy-rich seeds/nuts are primarily intended as supplements (e.g., a few times a week), depending on your core diet and activity level.
Do you see your gerbils leaving their staple food behind, or consistently leaving a lot of it? This is usually a sign to cut back on snacks and get back into a routine.
Snacks as enrichment & taming
- Foraging : Hide small snacks under deep ground cover or scatter them throughout the enclosure.
- Food puzzles : turn snacking into a challenge. View foraging products →
- Taming : Use 1–2 short contact moments with a mini-reward, so that hand = something positive (without overfeeding).
- Fun tip : put something tasty in a cork tunnel so they have to pick and search for it.
Checklist – Using gerbil snacks responsibly
✔ Snacks are supplementary ; basic food remains leading.
✔ Choose herbs and dried vegetables for daily mini-variety.
✔ Provide protein/insect and energy-rich snacks small and consciously .
✔ Make snacking an activity : hide, scatter, food puzzles.
✔ Also check storage areas: gerbils are natural hoarders .
Safety
Introduce new treats gradually and always give small portions . Remove any spoiled leftovers and avoid treats with unfamiliar additives or "people treats." If you notice any significant changes in appetite, stool, or behavior, contact a veterinarian.
FAQ – gerbil snacks
What are the best snacks for gerbils?
Choose snacks that are easy to portion: herbs (snacks), dried vegetables, and the occasional protein supplement. Keep energy-rich snacks (like lots of seeds/nuts) small and use them primarily as foraging rewards.
How often can I give snacks?
Small herb or vegetable snacks often work well as a mini-variety. Protein/insect and energy-rich snacks are best given in small doses. Pay particular attention to whether the main food is still being eaten well.
Can I use treats to tame my gerbil?
Yes. Short, calm interactions with a small reward often work well. The key is consistency: give small rewards so it remains a true training moment.
✔ Responsible gerbil snacks for rewarding & foraging
✔ Choice aid: herbs, vegetables, protein & energy-rich extras
✔ Specialist since 2011
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