Gerbil Snacks at DRD Rodent Shop® – The Gerbil Webshop for your Gerbil!
The JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vitamin Balls Sea Buckthorn are a tasty and nutritious treat for your beloved rodents and rabbits. These healthy vitamin balls have been carefully formulated to provide a supplementary source of nutrients to contribute to the
Read moreThe JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vitamin Balls Spinach are a delicious and healthy treat for your rodents and rabbits. These vitamin balls have been carefully formulated with selected ingredients that can contribute to the health and vitality of your pets.
Read moreThe JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vitamin Balls Paprika are a tasty and nutritious treat for your rodents and rabbits. These vitamin balls are carefully composed with selected ingredients that can support the health and well-being of your pets.
Read moreSpoil your rodents with the rich variety of the JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vital Stomach Blocks. These special blocks are composed of carefully selected alpine meadow plants from the beautiful Alpine meadows.
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The JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vital Blocks Skin & Coat offer a tasty and healthy treat for your rodents. These blocks are specially formulated with carefully selected ingredients from the foothills of the Alps, including a variety of grasses, herbs and flo
Read moreJR Farm Grainless HEALTH Dental-Cookies Red Beet offer your rodents and rabbits a healthy and crunchy treat. These grain-free snacks are specially designed with extra crude fibers and a hard structure, which contributes to tooth wear and the maintenance o
Read moreJR Farm Grainless HEALTH Dental-Cookies Carrot are a healthy and crunchy treat for your rodents and rabbits. These grain-free snacks are specially designed with an extra dose of health and have a particularly hard structure that contributes to tooth wear
Read moreTreat your little friends to the delicious and crunchy JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Dental-Cookies Dandelion! These dental care cookies are made from high-quality ingredients such as pea flakes, mountain meadow hay, parsley and dandelion. They not only offer
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Crispy hearts with natural alfalfa (Lucerne) and beetroot. A responsible snack or reward for rodents and rabbits! Spoil your little friends with the delicious JR Farm Hearts Alfalfa & Beetroot! This tasty snack consists of a mix of grains, alfalfa (lucern
Read moreThe Versele Laga Snack Fiber is a delicious natural mixture based on fiber chunks, beetroot and chicory. Ideal snack for in between. Prevents boredom and brings variety to the daily menu!
Read moreSurprise your pet with the delicious JR Farm Rodent Grainless Pralines! These special grain-free snacks are lovingly made without the addition of sugar or honey, meaning your rodents and rabbits can enjoy a healthy and tasty treat. Each package contains n
Read moreThe Bunny Nature Crispy Snack from the bunnyInteractive range is super tasty and extremely popular with all rabbits and rodents. This makes it an ideal reward snack that no animal can resist. Small, light and crispy-crunchy – the Crispy Snacks are super t
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Give your rodents and rabbits a festive and natural pampering package with the JR Farm Willow Basket with Treats. This special set is designed to pamper your pets with a combination of gnawable willow basket and delicious treats, all made from high-qualit
Read moreThe Bunny Nature Crispy Snack from the BunnyInteractive range is delicious and extremely popular with all rabbits and rodents. This makes it an ideal reward snack that no animal can resist. Small, light and crunchy - the crunchy snacks are delicious and e
Read moreBunny Nature Little Sweetheart treats are a very healthy snack for all rodents and rabbits. These cute hearts are available in various flavors, so there's always a flavor to suit everyone! Because these treats are so handy, they're also great as a reward,
Read moreThe Versele Laga Snack Nature Veggies is a delicious natural mix including bell pepper, tomato, leek, parsnip, carrot, beetroot... Very tasty composition for good absorption and smooth digestion. Ideal snack for rabbits, herbivores and omnivores rodents.
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The Bunny Nature Crispy Snack from the bunnyInteractive range is super tasty and extremely popular with all rabbits and rodents. This makes it an ideal reward snack that no animal can resist. Small, light and crispy-crunchy – the Crispy Snacks are super t
Read moreThese little Biquit snacks are perfect to spoil your rodent. Your pets are guaranteed to enjoy this light, particularly tasty muffin! These treats are baked in our own bakery, made with nutritious ingredients such as eggs and flour and seasoned with a del
Read moreTreat your rodents to a delicious and crunchy snack with JR Farm Rodent Toasties. These tasty toasties are made from carefully selected grains and a touch of healthy vegetables to give your little friends a special treat.
Read moreThe botanical name Chlorophytum is derived from the Greek terms chloros = yellowish-green and phyton = plant. The green lily is not only a beautiful houseplant but also popular with cats and rodents because of its sturdy leaves. Even birds and terrarium i
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These little Biquit snacks are perfect to spoil your rodent. Your pets are guaranteed to enjoy this light, particularly tasty muffin! These treats are baked in our own bakery, made with nutritious ingredients such as eggs and flour and seasoned with a del
Read moreThe Versele Laga Nature Snack Berries is a delicious natural mix including grapes, rose hips, juniper berries, rowan berries and cranberries. Very tasty composition for good absorption and smooth digestion. Ideal snack for rabbits, herbivorous and omnivor
Read moreThe JR Farm Nut Specialty is a very special treat made from high-quality types of nuts. Pamper your rodents with the delicious flavors and textures of JR Farm Nut Specialty. This special blend of nuts is designed to provide your little friends with a tast
Read moreSpoil your beloved rodents with the delicious and healthy flavors of JR Farm Grainless Herb Rolls Dandelion & Sunflower. These tasty herb rolls not only offer an irresistible taste, but also valuable nutrients and enriching nibbling pleasure.
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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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