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Gerbil Snacks at DRD Rodent Shop® – The Gerbil Webshop for your Gerbil!
The Little One Vegetable Pizza is one of the tastiest Italian dishes, popular all over the world. A 100% grain-free recipe with no added sugars, preservatives and colorings makes this treat a perfect healthy, species-specific snack for your herbivorous pe
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Pea flakes are a delicious and nutritious treat for rodents. In the form of flakes they are available for all kinds of small animals, because they are easier to bite through than hard peas. The product is manufactured using a special technology at the tim
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The JR Farm Wooden Herb Jar is a delicious and stimulating treat for your rodents and rabbits. Made from hardwood and filled with a tasty blend of natural ingredients, this spice jar provides both a tasty and entertaining feeding experience.
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Delicious sun-ripened oat ears to nibble on and harvest. Small rodents are especially fond of these ears. With their hands they deftly remove the seeds from the casings and snack on them. In addition to healthy fats, vitamins and minerals, the animals als
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The JR Farm Carrots are a tasty treat that rodents and rabbits can enjoy as part of a varied diet. These carrot sticks are made from high-quality ingredients and provide a delicious snack for your furry friends.
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This Herbal Snowman should not be missed! A winter treat that not only provides nibbling fun but also provides lots of fun!
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Rodents can now also enjoy their own tree! This Herb tree is not only beautiful to look at, but also delicious to nibble on! The tree consists of crispy parsley with dried parsnips, carrots and beetroot.
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The JR Farm Carrot & Lucerne Balls are a tasty and nutritious treat for rodents and rabbits. These balls are made from high-quality ingredients and offer variety and fun to your pets. They are ideal as a complementary snack to the main food and can help t
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The JR Farm Oat cookies are loved by rodents and rabbits, they are high in protein and low in fat. A tasty and responsible snack!
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The JR Farm Lucerne & Corn Rolls not only provide a lot of nibbling pleasure, but also a tasty portion of raw fiber thanks to the addition of Lucerne and Timothy! Tasty and responsible snack for rodents and rabbits.
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The Little One Sticks for small rodents are very rich! The animals will feast on the various seeds such as: yellow millet, barley, sorghum, peeled oats, canary seed, red millet and safflower. The addition of raisin, juniper berry, cranberries, blueberry,
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Dried mealworms are the perfect nutritious supplementary food for omnivorous rodents. It is not only their favorite snack, but also a valuable source of necessary animal protein. Adding mealworms will help diversify and enrich pets' diets.
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The Little One Sticks Fruit & Nuts for small rodents are very rich! The animals will enjoy the 21 different components. The small addition of apple and pear makes the whole thing a real treat! It is not easy to remove all the seeds from the stick, so the
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Crock Complete Berries are a tasty and healthy snack for rabbits and various rodents. Versele-Laga Complete Crock Berry is a tasty and healthy snack for various rodents. The crispy shell satisfies their gnawing instinct and the tender berry filling is enr
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The Little One Gnawing branches with dried parsnips and pumpkin are not only a favorite treat for rodents and rabbits, but also a useful addition to their diet. The treat will help wear down the teeth. The wood and branches are a source of vitamins and mi
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The Little One Sticks Puffed Rice & Nuts for small rodents are very rich! The animals will enjoy the 21 different components. The addition of peanuts and walnuts makes it a real treat! It is not easy to remove all the seeds from the stick, so the animals
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The Little One Sticks Herbs & Flowers for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Chinchillas and Degus are very rich! The animals will enjoy the different components. The addition of marigold, chamomile, basil, alfalfa and spinach makes it a real treat! It is not easy to
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The Mr. Crumble Nibbleroot is a delicious herbal root sprinkled with different flowers. The carrot not only provides nibbling pleasure and helps wear down the teeth, but also provides the necessary fiber and is completely grain-free.
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The Little One Sticks Herbs & Flowers for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Chinchillas and Degus are very rich! The animals will enjoy the different components. The addition of timothy, clover, alfalfa, spinach, thyme and orchard grasses makes it a real treat! It is
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The Mr. Crumble Grain-Free Heart Mix contains a total of 9 Timothy Hearts in three different flavors. Not only a tasty and varied treat, but also healthy for animals thanks to the high crude fiber content, which is especially important for guinea pigs, ra
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The Mealberry RIO Wild Seed Mix 240 grams is actually intended for birds, but small rodents such as Mice, Dwarf Hamsters, Hamsters and Gerbils love it too! It is a perfect treat or enrichment of the animals' daily diet!
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The heart of Mr Crumble consists of Parsley with delicious flowers and a handy cage holder. The heart ensures long and healthy nibbling pleasure. Like all other Mr Crumble products, the Parsley Heart is a genuine natural product and, in addition to digest
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The Mr. Crumble Nibble Root is a delicious grain-free herbal root sprinkled with crunchy dried root. The carrot not only provides nibbling pleasure and helps wear down the teeth.
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These natural Nibble Balls from Mr. Crumble provide lots of nibbling fun! Thanks to the addition of dried mealworms, the balls are very popular with omnivorous rodents such as Mice, Dwarf Hamsters, Hamsters, Gerbils and Rats. The balls are not only tasty
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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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