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Hamster snacks & dwarf hamster snacks: healthy, sugar-free and fun as enrichment
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!
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Celebrate Christmas with your rodent: JR FARM Christmas Tree and Sticks! Christmas time has arrived, which means coziness, warmth and... a special gift for your rodent or rabbit! The JR FARM Christmas Tree and Sticks brings the Christmas spirit right into
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Discover now the enchanting tube filled with delicious spray millet, especially for all small rodents! In this tube you will find both red and yellow millet - a delicious variety that your animal friends will enjoy. It will be a real treat for them, becau
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A tube with a beautiful bunch of grains, grasses and flowers. Besides being a beautiful bunch, the stems contain tasty grains and seeds. This mix has been specially formulated for both rodents and birds!
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Get ready for a rodent party with the JR Farm Slinger Box of Hay & Herbs!
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This delicious filled pine cone is not only irresistible to small rodents but also offers a real challenge. The animals have to pry the treats out of the pine cone before they can start munching! Small rodents like mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, gerbils,
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Delicious protein mix for omnivorous (protein eating) rodents such as: mouse, dwarf hamster, hamster, gerbil and rat. The mix is rich in dried mealworms, sun-dried amphipods, but also the larvae of the black soldier fly are present and a little puffed ric
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Bring a touch of freshness and vitality to your rodents' diet with Green Wheat Ears Harvest. These carefully harvested and selected wheat ears offer a tasty and nutritious addition to your beloved pets' menu.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Spoil your rodents with the simple and nutritious pleasures of Barley Harvest. Harvested and selected with care, this high-quality barley provides a tasty and natural addition to the diet of your beloved pets.
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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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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 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
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Protein rich and sun dried gammarus water crayfish for small rodents. The water crayfish are only suitable for protein eating rodents, such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, gerbils and rats. The water crayfish or flake crayfish as they are also sometime
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Give your rodents and birds a tasty experience with the DRD Rodent Shop® Fruit Mix. This delicious fruit mix consists of a delicious combination of banana, goji berries, cranberry, pineapple, papaya and coconut. It is a refreshing treat that your pets wil
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Treat your small protein-eating rodents to a tasty and nutritious treat with the DRD Rodent Shop® Dried Fish. These 100% dried fish are a rich source of protein and offer numerous health benefits for your rodents. Mice, gerbils, hamsters and rats in parti
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Surprise your rodents with the delicious and varied DRD Rodent Shop® Tasty Nuts and Fruit Mix. This mix of nuts and dried fruit will certainly appeal to your pets and provide them with a tasty treat. Made from high-quality ingredients, this mix offers a m
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- Delivery from our own stock
8 natural sushi rolls with vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Perfect as a varied snack or foraging reward for rodents and dwarf rabbits. In a convenient natural bowl. Serve in moderation.
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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
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Vitakraft dried mealworms are a tasty treat for small rodents such as Mice, Gerbils, Hamsters and Rats. Because the mealworms are freeze-dried, the taste is retained and they have a long shelf life.
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Veggie Bites Flowers are completely edible flowers made from natural ingredients. A healthy, fiber-rich snack for rodents and rabbits that keeps them occupied and tasty.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Delicious strawberry-shaped Veggie Bites in an edible basket. Everything is completely edible and made with natural ingredients. Healthy nibbling fun for all rodents and rabbits!
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Get ready to party in the rodent kingdom with JR Farm's Grainless Celebration Cake!
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The 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
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Christmas bowl full of goodies: A festive surprise for your rodent! The holidays are in full swing, and of course your rodent should not be left behind! The JR FARM Christmas bowl is an atmospheric and tasty gift that ensures happy faces and festive momen
Read moreHamster Snacks & Dwarf Hamster Snacks – sugar-free rewards, foraging and variety
Looking for hamster snacks that you can give in a fun, responsible way? In this category, you'll find hamster snacks and dwarf hamster snacks that match natural behavior: searching, carrying, hiding, nibbling, and exploring.
Whether you're looking for a small hamster snack to reward, something to make foraging more fun, or a tasty mix of herbs and flowers to sprinkle, you can easily choose what suits your hamster (species) and your routine. DRD Rodent Shop® has been a specialist since 2011 , and we're happy to help you choose.
Why snacks (and what is “good” snacking)?
Hamsters are true foragers. A snack is often not just a "tasty" but also an activity: grabbing, carrying, hiding, and finding it again later. Good snacking primarily means that snacks complement the basic diet and that you choose snacks that suit the species and their daily routine.
Want to get the basics right? Always combine treats with a suitable staple food and enrichment: hamster food , hamster bedding (for digging), and a nice hiding place like hamster houses .
What types of hamster snacks are there?
In practice, it's easiest to divide hamster snacks into three groups. This way, you can more easily choose what suits your goal:
- Herbs, flowers & leaves – light, natural and ideal for scattering (foraging).
- Nibble snacks – fun to keep busy (carrying, nibbling, hiding).
- Reward snacks – useful for taming or as a treat (keep them small and give them deliberately).
For "daily variety," herbs and flowers are often the most practical. See also: herb mixes , dried flowers , and dried leaves .
Popular choices (easy to combine):
Choose a low-sugar diet (especially for dwarf hamsters)
Many owners specifically look for sugar-free or "low-sugar" hamster snacks, especially for dwarf hamsters. A helpful rule of thumb: choose snacks with clear, simple ingredients (herbs/flowers/seeds) and offer "sweeter" treats as a small treat.
- ✓ Choose snacks without sticky layers or a “candy mix” look
- ✓ Preferably no (or minimal) added sugars/honey/syrups
- ✓ Choose snacks that can be portioned small (you decide the quantity)
- ✓ Herbs/flowers are often the easiest "fixed" base
Snacks as enrichment: foraging & taming
The best hamster snacks are often those that require your hamster to work for something . This ties in with natural behavior and makes the habitat more interesting. Also vary the way you offer them: sprinkle, hide, or puzzle.
- Hide small snacks in a willow ball
- Let's search in a sniffing mat
- Sprinkle a small portion through the ground cover for foraging behavior
- For extra variety: the Foraging Menu for hamsters
Using treats to tame your dog? Choose a treat that you can give very small amounts of , so you can build up several calm interactions without "too much snack."
Checklist: How to choose the best hamster snacks
- Purpose: reward (taming), foraging, or nibbling fun?
- Species: hamster or dwarf hamster (many owners choose extra low-sugar food for dwarf hamsters).
- Ingredients: concrete and recognizable rather than vague or “party mix”.
- Dosing: can you easily give it in small pieces and divide it?
- Variety: alternate regularly between herbs/flowers and a nibble or reward snack.
Tip: always place a sturdy base with hamster food and combine snacks with activities such as gnawing material .
Safety & storage tips
- Give small and mindful snacks: snacks are supplementary; the basic food remains leading.
- Avoid sticky snacks as a daily choice: instead, choose herbs/flowers or dry snacks.
- Store in a dry place and sealed: this way herbs and flowers will stay beautiful for longer.
- Remove any leftovers if they become damp or remain in the enclosure.
- New product? Introduce it slowly: start small and see how your hamster handles it.
FAQ – Hamster snacks
Which hamster snacks are suitable for dwarf hamsters?
Dwarf hamster snacks are often best served low-sugar . Herbs, flowers, and leaves are practical because they can be portioned into small pieces and scattered for foraging.
What are healthy hamster snacks?
Healthy hamster snacks are snacks with recognizable ingredients (e.g., herbs/flowers) that are easy to portion. Use richer treats primarily as a small treat.
How often can I give a hamster a snack?
That depends on the type of snack. Herbs/flowers can be used more often in small portions (especially as a foraging snack). Reward snacks are best given less often and in small quantities.
My hamster is hoarding everything – is that normal?
Yes, hoarding (hiding) is typical behavior. Keep snacks small and check where they are occasionally to keep the enclosure clean and organized.
Which snack is useful to tame my hamster?
Choose a snack that you can give in mini portions. This way, you can reward your dog more often, but without the snack becoming too much. Still having trouble? We're happy to help through our service .
- Hamster food – a strong foundation
- Gnawing material for hamsters – nibbling fun and variety
- Nesting material – building a soft nest
- Ground cover – digging zone & foraging zone
- Hamster houses – hiding places and peace
