Gerbil Snacks at DRD Rodent Shop® – The Gerbil Webshop for your Gerbil!
Treat your rodents and rabbits to the delicious and healthy JR Farm Grainless Mini Hearts. These small heart-shaped treats are 100% grain-free and make a perfect snack or reward for your beloved rodents.
Read moreThis JR Farm rodent bar is made from delicious, baked vegetable dough and enriched with hibiscus blossom. The bar is easy to divide into the correct size. Let the nibbling begin!
Read moreSpoil your rodents and rabbits with the delicious taste and texture of JR Farm Grainless Hearts Marigold. This grain-free heart-shaped treat is filled with a tasty combination of blossoms, vegetables and seeds, providing an all-natural and nutritious trea
Read moreTreat your rodents and rabbits to a colorful and delicious treat with JR Farm Grainless Beetroot Rings. This grain-free snack combines the tasty properties of beetroot with high-quality ingredients, making it a tasty addition to their diet.
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JR FARM Pea Flakes are a popular snack for all rodents. Carefully pre-cooked and easily digestible. Simply delicious! Pea flakes are not only tasty but also healthy. Most rodents find them very tasty. Give your rodents and rabbits a delicious and nutritio
Read moreEnrich the diet of your beloved rodents and rabbits with the delicious and nutritious treat of JR Farm Apple Chips! These crispy apple chips are a tasty addition to their daily diet.
Read moreSpoil your furry friends with the sweet and crunchy treat of JR Farm Banana Chips! These delicious banana chips are a favorite with rodents and rabbits, offering a tasty variety to their diet.
Read moreTreat your fluffy friends to a delicious treat with the tasty JR Farm Fruit Dream! This unique mix has been specially designed to allow your rodents and rabbits to enjoy a delicious variety of flavors and textures, straight from nature.
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Give your beloved rodents and rabbits a delicious treat with the tasty JR Farm Rosehip & Apple Chips! This special snack has been specially formulated to pamper your small pets with a combination of rose hips and apples, two beloved ingredients that they
Read moreJR Farm Fruit Salad is an exclusive mix with many high-quality fruits from around the world. It provides your pets with valuable vitamins and thus ensures a balanced diet. The perfect snack if you want to give your rodent something special. With delicious
Read moreThe JR Farm Tropica Snack is an exotic variation on your rodent's daily diet. Gentle drying preserves not only the natural flavors but also many important vitamins and minerals. Simply delicious! With tasty banana, coconut, apple, pineapple, papaya, and d
Read moreJR Farm Carrot Flakes are carefully dried and steamed, preserving a high percentage of natural vitamins and essential beta-carotene. These flakes are especially gentle on the stomach and, above all, a tasty and healthy snack for all rodents!
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The JR Farm Rodent Vegetables is a special treat with lots of natural vitamin C. Especially recommended for guinea pigs!
Read moreJR Farm Parsnip Cubes are carefully dried parsnip cubes with plenty of crude fiber. Healthy root vegetables for all rodents, perfect for a wild-style diet. Parsnips are rich in potassium, iron, zinc, and folic acid, which positively influence intestinal f
Read moreThe JR Farm Ratatouille is a traditional mix of tasty peppers and other vitamin-rich vegetables. With lots of raw fibres! The mix consists of delicious peppers, nutritious potatoes, refreshing tomatoes and fiber-rich zucchini. A healthy treat for all rode
Read moreThe JR Farm Sun Vegetables are a delicious treat inspired by the flavors of summer. This mix of sun-ripened vegetables will certainly surprise and pamper your rodents and rabbits.
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JR Farm Wellness Vegetables – Healthy Delicacy for Rodents & Rabbits! A colorful and crunchy mix of peas, carrot, beetroot and field beans. Delicious and nutritious for rodents and rabbits!
Read moreThe JR Farm Fruit Tree is an extra special crunchy treat for rodents! The fruit tree is a large crispy pine cone filled with tasty oat flakes, carrot, banana, apples, apricots and pineapple. The animals really have to work for their snack, because they ha
Read moreThe JR Farm Draai Snack is a versatile snack that provides an extra challenge. The treats are hidden in the wood, the animals have to make an effort to get to them because the wheel spins and that makes it more difficult to get to the treats. The twist sn
Read moreThe JR Farm Nibble Carrot is a tasty and fun treat for your rodents and rabbits. Made from delicious carrots, this nibbling treat provides not only pleasure but also a healthy dose of nutrients.
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The JR Farm Wooden Nibble Roll is a toy and a snack in one. These snacks have been specially developed for rodents and rabbits. The rolls are available in four different flavors, such as Parsley, Carrot, Dandelion and Insects. The last roll with insects h
Read moreJR FARM Protein Cocktail is an ideal source of high-quality animal protein for all omnivorous rodents, such as gerbils, hamsters, rats or mice. Very small insects such as grasshoppers and mealworms, as well as crustaceans such as shrimp, are not only very
Read moreThe JR Farm Cheese Snack is a real pleasure for your small rodents. This treat is made from real dairy cheese and will certainly appeal to mice, hamsters, gerbils and rats. The "cheesy" taste and texture provide a nice variety in your pets' diet.
Read moreThe JR Farm Wooden Fruit Pot is a natural food bowl made of deciduous wood, ideal for nibbling and gnawing for your rodents and rabbits. This wooden pot is filled with a delicious mix of fruity ingredients, making it a tasty treat and activity for your pe
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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.
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Insects and egg whites are a fun variation, but keep them small and manageable. Perfect as a reward or a "search" activity.
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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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