Does my hamster need salt in his diet?
Brian R asked:
i saw some salt wheels in petsmart the other day and i started wondering if my hamster needed one to supplement his diet like horses need. please help me decide wheather or not to get one
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i saw some salt wheels in petsmart the other day and i started wondering if my hamster needed one to supplement his diet like horses need. please help me decide wheather or not to get one
September 2nd, 2009 at 10:37 pm
i had 2 hamsters that lived long lives without salt in their diets, so i wouldnt be too worried. but do make sure to give your hammie fruit and veggies with plenty of vitamins and something to chew on to keep healthy teeth.
September 3rd, 2009 at 7:32 am
Hamsters don’t necessarily need salt in their diet but they do enjoy it sometimes. I have a salt wheel in my hamster’s home and he licks and nibbles off it every now and then. They’re not expensive at all and your hamster will probably appreciate it. I think buying one would be a great idea.
September 3rd, 2009 at 8:26 am
i think you should get one.
September 6th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
the salt helps them drink more water so if the hamster isn’t drinking too much then get salt if not they are ok with out it