What To Feed Your Hamster | Hamster diets

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  • Hamster diets! An important topic that I don't think gets covered too often If you've just picked out one mix from the store and only have been feeding that it most likely is not providing your hamster with the nutritional value they need.
    Great links to check out:
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  • @isrnic4099
    @isrnic4099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1963

    I rlly wish Victoria had her own shop and sold her own products like her own food mix and PROPER sized cages

    • @claireoh4038
      @claireoh4038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Most people wont make their own foo businesses because peole will blame the owner if their hamster dies even if it wasnt their fault :)

    • @coazx._9401
      @coazx._9401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ikr same

    • @suzannelappin4735
      @suzannelappin4735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Same because she will know more than all of us

    • @taylorwatkins9987
      @taylorwatkins9987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Om yessssss! We should spam that chat telling her that and she can have a go fund me page

    • @elidaborchsenius4375
      @elidaborchsenius4375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Omg, yes. That would be the BEST!

  • @travmendoza
    @travmendoza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1049

    I needed this. I’ve been researching for hamster care for about 2 years and the diets are where I keep getting confused at.

    • @clifffoulkes7624
      @clifffoulkes7624 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Trav . MR u watch tori too

    • @isabellagale3234
      @isabellagale3234 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      me to

    • @CJPurplePrincess
      @CJPurplePrincess 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The articles in the description helped me understand the power of mixing hamster foods and what you should be looking for and how to. This video is a LIFESAVER. This channel is UNDER-APPRECIATED!!

    • @LilyG27
      @LilyG27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too!

    • @jazzyjazz5056
      @jazzyjazz5056 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Google sucks

  • @chronicallydead1083
    @chronicallydead1083 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3534

    Hamster: *has free food, perfect temperatures, quiet environment, soft bedding, lots of hides, fresh water every day*
    Also Hamster when cage is opened : *GOTTA GO FAST*

    • @sophieannm5540
      @sophieannm5540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      SO TRUE

    • @cringywoman7927
      @cringywoman7927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +198

      Chronically Dead imagine being “trapped” in a room with everything u need to survive and thrive. U would be happy but wouldn’t u be curious of what’s outside? U would want to know what the outside feels like and that’s how I think hamsters feel. This is my opinion but I’m not trying to hate.

    • @elliemarden5484
      @elliemarden5484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +107

      CringyWoman ur annoyin

    • @juIiagray
      @juIiagray 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Ellie Marden no u

    • @alannabrownlee7298
      @alannabrownlee7298 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Ellie Marden
      you’re*
      annoying*

  • @Carmela007
    @Carmela007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +996

    My hamster is spoiled. Won't eat Sunflower seed or pumpkin seeds in the shell. I have to remove the shell for her. OMG!! It's like having another child.

    • @hollyb8413
      @hollyb8413 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      Carmela One of my hamsters was like this in the beginning! I started by removing the shell completely, then gradually left more and more of the shell on until she learned that the treat was inside the shell.

    • @oomie7054
      @oomie7054 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Unluckt

    • @namesareoverrated265
      @namesareoverrated265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      You should feed your hamster every 2 days so it will eat all

    • @jellyplays3694
      @jellyplays3694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I recommend unsalted sunflower kernels

    • @urmum9581
      @urmum9581 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Carmela well are you waiting for it to eat the whole bowl and giving it food every other day

  • @avaboolchandani7280
    @avaboolchandani7280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2297

    She protec
    She atacc
    But most importantly...
    She tell you wen to give your hamster a snacc

    • @chewnip86
      @chewnip86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      She hearted your comment!

    • @naturellemabunda
      @naturellemabunda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I’m wheezing 😂

    • @soq1rs
      @soq1rs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂😂

    • @heyhxils
      @heyhxils 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ava Boolchandani WHY DID I GET ALL GIDDY AND HAPPY

    • @clifffoulkes7624
      @clifffoulkes7624 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      She protecc
      She attack
      But most importantly 😉
      If ur a hamster she got ur back

  • @Kettie5
    @Kettie5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +942

    “Mom can I get some mealworms for my-
    “NO”

    • @pixelwashere8422
      @pixelwashere8422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Same but my mother allows me to make boiled egg for my hamster

    • @thatskai3070
      @thatskai3070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Mel animates oof

    • @thatskai3070
      @thatskai3070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Must suck to be u

    • @pixelwashere8422
      @pixelwashere8422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@thatskai3070
      Actually my dad has mealworms but it's for his fishes in his workplace (He gives mealworms, crickets and frogs to his fishes)

    • @thatskai3070
      @thatskai3070 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mel animates oh ok

  • @excusemeum....8053
    @excusemeum....8053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +476

    Notes:
    Seeds are good!
    Variety is key
    Less fatty foods
    17-19% protein
    4-7% fat
    6-15% fiber
    Herbs
    Be careful
    Create own mix

    • @Santoshjayaram
      @Santoshjayaram 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thanks! I was also taking notes too but (just as a friendly note) I think that you missed herbs :)

    • @excusemeum....8053
      @excusemeum....8053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Evan Jacobs you need more protein so you can mix another blend with a ton of protein

    • @rockysanimals2778
      @rockysanimals2778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Evan Jacobs hey Evan! The fat and fibre is amazing! The protein is quite low though. Try to find one with ALOT of protein, and on the lower side of fibre if it has to be, as the fribre in your mix is very good. I suggest checking Toris description for the video, Taxonomist has written amazing articles on nutrition on the Hamster Hideout Forum. Hope this helps!

    • @animalsquadroblox9386
      @animalsquadroblox9386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TYSM I DID NOT FEEL LIKE WATCHING THE WHOLE VIDEO LOL

    • @tzu5074
      @tzu5074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can hamster eat sunflower as daily basis?

  • @graceixo6633
    @graceixo6633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +223

    Me: *Ooo i’m gonna go make some*
    Corona: *”hAhA hA yOu hAvE nO iNgReDienTS”*

  • @Emily-kl2ml
    @Emily-kl2ml 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1049

    I’m not first
    I’m not last
    *BUT BOY I CLICKED FAST*

  • @kendallvalley1910
    @kendallvalley1910 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1123

    Was I the only person who just wished that she would tell me exactly what to feed my hamster so I didn’t have to do the work lol

    • @aprilnewton_x
      @aprilnewton_x 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Ikr

    • @4lavenderrain
      @4lavenderrain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yesssssss ugh 😂

    • @dani-editz
      @dani-editz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ikr

    • @abignix2102
      @abignix2102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I mean, 4:00

    • @suicidesincedaageof3
      @suicidesincedaageof3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Youre so silly. She has such a large variety of videos that are all under 5 and 10 minutes that give you literally ALLLL the care instructions you could need to know.

  • @0h0h0h0
    @0h0h0h0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    My five years being vegan and doing strength training has prepared me for calculating protein/veggies/fat for my future hamster. :D

  • @juicemAster2000
    @juicemAster2000 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    My wife just bought my daughter a hamster and now I’m doing ALOT of research and this channel has been super helpful. Thank you and I’m now subbed for all of the awesome info you are sharing. Thank-you so much for all of your well-thought advice and experienced knowledge! It’s been fun watching and sharing these videos with our daughter.

    • @loljadendN
      @loljadendN 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yesss🙌🏽 we love a researched dad!

  • @Hanna-jk3jp
    @Hanna-jk3jp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    My hamster's teeth are white.... I REALLY needed this even if if this was made a year ago. Thank you 🥺

    • @haydo2938
      @haydo2938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Good luck!!

    • @Hanna-jk3jp
      @Hanna-jk3jp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thanks, she is much better now 😅

    • @Aki-km6tt
      @Aki-km6tt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Hanna-jk3jp good to hear

    • @LarissasExotics
      @LarissasExotics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Hanna-jk3jp glad ur hammy is doing better!

    • @Hanna-jk3jp
      @Hanna-jk3jp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks! My hammy is happy about it too💖

  • @keanue808
    @keanue808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +339

    She should sell the food mix that she makes. I’m being dead serious lol. She could make good money plus it’ll benefit our hamsters🥰

    • @ST0RM1H0R1Z0N
      @ST0RM1H0R1Z0N 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Every hamster needs food that YOU have made to suit it's needs, her hamster might need more protein for example, which that would mess up your hamsters diet.

    • @MaximumCutenesss
      @MaximumCutenesss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Olivia B the Higgins sunburst is a really good food for hamsters, Eli loves it and he’s very healthy, so if your going to a petstore, you can buy the Higgins sunburst and it’s a high variety food, for a pretty good price around 11$. And most hamsters absolutely love it!

    • @MaximumCutenesss
      @MaximumCutenesss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You may want to provide a lab block though

    • @nicoladickson1130
      @nicoladickson1130 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @nicoladickson1130
      @nicoladickson1130 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      + I am struggling to make my own

  • @ninamarie2475
    @ninamarie2475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    An attempt to identify the seeds in your mix!
    ♡ sunflower seeds, top left
    ♡ flax seeds top middle
    ♡ [¿?¿?¿] right of flax
    ♡ green lentils middle
    ♡ [¿?¿?¿] middle right
    ♡ chia seed bottom left
    ♡ [¿?¿?¿] between chia and green lentils
    ♡ quinoa right of chia
    ♡ pumpkin seeds below quinoa
    ♡ millet right of quinoa
    ♡ [¿?¿?] right of millet
    Then you add
    ♡ chickpeas top middle
    ♡ red lentils below chickpeas
    The rest are then mixes so I wont guess those 😅

  • @grqce9799
    @grqce9799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I once gave my hamster chicken (unseasoned) than like an hour later when I went back, I noticed he already ate it and he’s very picky.

  • @jaykat98
    @jaykat98 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    I've noticed that some walmarts here are selling the Rosewood herb mix. I flipped out when I saw it because I was excited to try it out with my hamsters, and I think it was $3ish.

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Yes! Sadly mine doesn't sell it :(

    • @lydiapenuelaz2413
      @lydiapenuelaz2413 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I found it here in Tx at Walmart too! 😁

    • @TaylorTpot
      @TaylorTpot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      WAIT. The Natures Salad one?! I buy that for my guinea pig, my hamster can eat it too?!

    • @maddierose131
      @maddierose131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Taylor K yeah hamsters can eat it too

    • @sarinachoudhury6865
      @sarinachoudhury6865 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Taylor K ok wait I have a question, can you tell me some nessecities abt getting guinea pigs? Since I’d like to get two and have them in a Midwest plus cage but I’ve only researched on websites and would like to know what people with actually guinea pigs do

  • @yooketook
    @yooketook 4 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    YEeeess i got most of my hamster research from your channel ! ❤Keep making them

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      happy to help! Thank you!

    • @Alexis-bs7ep
      @Alexis-bs7ep 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you want to look at more channels for hamster stuff Munchie's Place is pretty good too

    • @madisonjensen6012
      @madisonjensen6012 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VictoriaRaechel what do you use for your hamster's diet?

    • @lynnie1333
      @lynnie1333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Madison Jensen she makes her own mix

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anabeladams9788 As mentioned in the video Id on't share the recipe :)

  • @kaiyab3051
    @kaiyab3051 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    You should seriously consider marketing your homemade seed mix :) you are so inspiring to all future, past, and present hamster owners :) !!

  • @freeshavacado5374
    @freeshavacado5374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Victoria: mentions oxbow and how its not good for hamsters
    Me: slowly looks over to bag of oxbow i just bought

    • @kierstensuglio1810
      @kierstensuglio1810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      MEEEE

    • @siennadietrich2433
      @siennadietrich2433 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel bad because i just bought it and don’t want to waste it, but I’m going tomorrow to get him some new food

    • @donovanbradford8231
      @donovanbradford8231 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm the same way. I know they brand is very good for Geunia Pigs but did not realize that it didn't have these guys really need.

  • @TheLadyflash85
    @TheLadyflash85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    My 2 1/2 Syrian is the pickiest eater. Refuses to eat meal worms, oat spray and only eats certain seed mix while nibbling a bit on the protein pieces. He loves veggies, dried apple and whimzee chews though.

    • @animaltracks3121
      @animaltracks3121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is the age of the hamster

    • @kiddiepool7891
      @kiddiepool7891 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Ladyflash dang

    • @veirx
      @veirx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      How do you have not two not three but TWO AND A HALF HAMSTERS!!!????

    • @TheLadyflash85
      @TheLadyflash85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@veirx lol he's 2 1/2 Years old!

    • @SveMilton
      @SveMilton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same with mine! I just got the worms for her but she refused it, everytime I put her seed mix she doesn’t eat the orangy thingies and only eats the other stuff- i don’t know what to do-

  • @ovsie5362
    @ovsie5362 4 ปีที่แล้ว +283

    I’ve been researching hamsters for almost 3 years! My dad still refuses to let me get one, I even would pay for him ):
    (Him is the hamster)

    • @charlien5678
      @charlien5678 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      same, i have been asking for almost a year and i have been trying to tell my parents all about them.

    • @_kei_3400
      @_kei_3400 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Charlotte McGillion same and I always get to close (I got my mom under the spell right now and I just need my dad.)

    • @makayla1281
      @makayla1281 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      SAME!! I want a hamster so bad and I'm 100% willing to pay for everything but they won't let me get one and I have no idea why.

    • @_kei_3400
      @_kei_3400 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ovsie sameeeeeee

    • @serenitymoorhouse4796
      @serenitymoorhouse4796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yea ive wanted a small pet(hedgehog,guinea pig or hamster)for so long! i did at least 16 pages all together and told my parents i understand how to take care of a pet and i would go to my friends less and stuff but its still a no:(

  • @pandora4332
    @pandora4332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Thank you Victoria Reachel. My happy little hamster now has a much better diet thanks to your video ☺️ who else's hamster now has a better diet?

  • @jules.mac09
    @jules.mac09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    those 82 dislikes are from people who don't feed there hamsters properly , any way! Your a great youtuber! and I have learnt lots from you! edit: also im subscribed!

  • @cupcakeparadise4471
    @cupcakeparadise4471 4 ปีที่แล้ว +466

    Hamster: **escapes from cage into wild**
    Hamster: How come no hooman is serving me food for free
    (I’m sorry for the people who have lost their hamsters)

    • @sugerwillowsmores5345
      @sugerwillowsmores5345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      My hamster escapes and when j find him he is usually on my bed idk how but he does it

    • @erikagutierrez8457
      @erikagutierrez8457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Crazy story.. My escaped. I left his cage open that night on the floor n woke up next day in cage. Cage door open. I closed it n never escaped again. Lol.

    • @clifffoulkes7624
      @clifffoulkes7624 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I lost my hamster and this bring back memories of him am crying now thanks to you 😭

    • @heidurakeiiiiii5804
      @heidurakeiiiiii5804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      My hamster opened the cage at night (there are two things on the top of the cage that you can open by just turning them a bit and lifting) and when I woke up I realized she had escaped and I searched ALL over the house for her. I was really scared but a couple hours later I heard some noises from behind my closet and when I looked at the top of the closet, she was just walking around there. She had crawled up by pushing her back to the wall and dragging herself to the top.😂

    • @momobbdd
      @momobbdd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i lost my baby 😢

  • @naturellemabunda
    @naturellemabunda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    It’s unhealthy how happy I get when I see that you’ve posted a video 😂❤️❤️ I just love you and your pets

  • @helenasaez9372
    @helenasaez9372 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Heck. I read the link. I know now: making a homemade hamster diet is as complicated or more than putting your cats on a b.a.r.f. diet.

  • @whitered2228
    @whitered2228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The paper I got when I bought my hamster has incorrect info and I spotted them right away thx to your videos!!!

  • @rqndelle
    @rqndelle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    i was watching another video when a notification of a video from you popped up and i immediately clicked i love you so much Victoria!❤❤❤❤❤

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Aw thank you!

    • @maddzzz4
      @maddzzz4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Victoria Raechel omg I’m so happy I finally got a hamster and she is doing so well her name is lex Lexy the hamster

  • @mochiyukoichi2756
    @mochiyukoichi2756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    To the people who disliked you pressed the wrong button

    • @momobbdd
      @momobbdd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mochi Yukoichi they probably pressed it by mistake

    • @samuelhorst4745
      @samuelhorst4745 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oops I pressed it by mistake

  • @jaidenhill3533
    @jaidenhill3533 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is so reliving to have a reliable source of information. You truly care and it really makes the difference

  • @tasha3555
    @tasha3555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For my fellow canadians who don't have access to Mazuri, I used the calculator and 50% higgins mix and 50% of the All Living Things power of 5 pellets meets the percentages she gives. I've never owned a hamster or any small rodent (Rabbit doesnt count) but Im looking into getting one.

    • @fluffyyumyums1741
      @fluffyyumyums1741 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does this mean half of each bag combined? I’m new to this and I’m a bit confused

    • @keithmyass3350
      @keithmyass3350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      all living things power of 5 hamster food changed their recipe so it’s not good anymore because it’s basically like oxbow now since it’s hay based. if it says “timothy hay #1 ingredient” on the front of the bag then it’s the new recipe and it’s bad but if not you can still use it.. the power of 5 rat and mouse pellets have the same guaranteed analysis of the old recipe so it’s a way better option

  • @followmeandmydaay
    @followmeandmydaay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A tip would be to dry herbs yourself if you can't really buy it where you live. Here they even sell these dried herb mixes for small animals in any regular drugstore, but me and a lot of other rabbit owners I know still dry them ourself. If you have a drying machine it's obvious how to do it lol. If not you can just put the plants you want to dry outside in the sun when it's warm. Make sure it won't get wet (watch the rain forecast) and leave it out there for 3 days. Then you can cut it into small pieces and storage it in an open container. After 5-6 weeks you can feed it and it will be save for your pets. Thats actually how hay is made as well.
    Easy :)
    Right now the German bunny community is already drying to stock up for the winter lol
    I didn't know you where aware of botanical medicine for animals. I thought it isn't that known in America since I have never seen a TH-camr talk about it or really purposely including it it into their pets diet. Also on Instagram I often get questions about it when I mention it. In general I try to offer a big variety of these plants, but since one of my bunnies has an dental infection that the vet cannot treat anymore (surgery sadly would kill him) I focus a lot on plants that have the effect to be anti-inflammatory. So far he's doing great 😊

  • @CorgiInc
    @CorgiInc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for another wonderful post!! I've been looking around to find help on my hamster's diet and this is exactly what I was looking for!! Love you!❤️

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm really happy to hear it could help!

  • @burkleyboo2548
    @burkleyboo2548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I just got an adorable little hamster today. His name is Dusty, and he is a Russian Dwarf. I love him 🐹

    • @puretoni
      @puretoni 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got one this week.. his name is Hamilton - he’s a winter white...

    • @justanotherhumanlivinganot832
      @justanotherhumanlivinganot832 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@puretoni lol i got 2 the day you commented this, Schofield and Burrows from prison break! 1 is a smart escape artist(he actually tries to break back into his cage if I let him out) and the other is big and loves to burrow!

    • @siennadietrich2433
      @siennadietrich2433 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got a teddy bear hamster today! I honestly can’t tell what kind he is because that’s literally what the local pet store ( they got him from a breeder who was an employee at their store) called him

  • @krishankalia9990
    @krishankalia9990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing video! This must be very helpful for hamster owners! I also just wanted to say that you are saving my hamsters lives by educating people about this!

  • @helaina8091
    @helaina8091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you so much for this! I bought some dried meal worms for my hamster mixed with other fruits, vegetables and the necessities that are safe and 3 tablespoons of pellets and the only reason that my hammy is alive is because of you 💕

  • @suhazaghal5483
    @suhazaghal5483 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hey Victoria, can you please make a video on what you put exactly for hamsters food? This will make it very clear and easier for us to know what to get! Thank you so much for all the information and advice! ❤️

  • @ashleighgentry6807
    @ashleighgentry6807 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for being a legit hamster/ pet owner and TH-cam channel. I appreciate this so much 💜

  • @hollyannebalish627
    @hollyannebalish627 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was looking at the food we purchased for my son's mice that had a nice mix of pellets, seeds, dried fruits, and dried vegetables. It's Carefresh Complete Farmer's Garden. The bag says Mouse & Rat food, but I figured it would be a good combination to start my daughter's new hamster on. Turns out, it meets ALL of the requirements for protein, fat, and fiber that you recommended in this video!

  • @phoenixbrion6667
    @phoenixbrion6667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is the video I’ve been waiting for thank you so much ,Honey and Bumble are adorable ❤️

  • @lorenamariee
    @lorenamariee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I waited so long! And it was worth it!

  • @RachelGotHamsters
    @RachelGotHamsters 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My original fav hamster youtuber! Thanks for all your tips and advice it helped so much!

  • @pinkers76
    @pinkers76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this. My hamster recently passed and I am getting a new one. I feel like my past hamsters diets were not that good enough so with this video it will give me a good idea on what to feed him.

  • @cheryldueck318
    @cheryldueck318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video, Victoria, thank you.
    I was wondering where/how you get your Mazuri blocks? I remember you are in Cananda like me and for the life of me I cannot find any to purchase or ship to Alberta. For now I am using the Sunseed Critter Cubes (which I read on Hamster Hideout are a decent alternate option).
    I find it weird that my local independent pet store carries a bunch of other Mazuri products but not that one. At least they carry Higgins Sunburst.

  • @autumnricketts2535
    @autumnricketts2535 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much for this video! I learned so much from this!! My hamster now has lab blocks as well as seed mix!

  • @mishkawolfforever5951
    @mishkawolfforever5951 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ty. Just got my 1st hamster so your channel is literally a life saver

  • @5003sdyl
    @5003sdyl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    this helped so much! a couple days ago i decided i really wanted a hamster and am trying to do a lot of research! your videos have helped me so much and made me realize how terrible my past hamsters lives really were. sorry milky way :(. thank you so much for your videos!

    • @5003sdyl
      @5003sdyl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      past hamsters as in hamster i had when i was super young

  • @lenasouthall2222
    @lenasouthall2222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've needs this video for *so long* I'm about to get a hamster for my birthday, don't worry its gonna be living in the detolf and I did my research, anyways. I've been wondering what to feed my hamster! This video is soo helpful!

  • @Jhhqnna
    @Jhhqnna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    thank youuu i have been wanting u to post this💖

  • @donovanbradford8231
    @donovanbradford8231 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is awesome I am learning alot from not only this channel but from everyone's comments thank you so much form a new hamster dad wanting to give his little guy the best.

  • @rafaelespinoza9081
    @rafaelespinoza9081 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow I don’t think I can express how much your videos have helped me. Thank you so much

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad!

    • @rafaelespinoza9081
      @rafaelespinoza9081 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Victoria Raechel yes thanks to you I’ll be able to care for my first pet

  • @danicasundblad5529
    @danicasundblad5529 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    heyyy! im going to get a hamster soon, and I'm so excited!! i've done lots of research, due to money, i'll be doing a bin cage. I'll be getting a 110 quart storage bin, which is probably the minimum of 450 square inches. this channel has helped me so much, and i look forward to giving my hamster the best life possible.

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Happy my channel could help!

    • @danicasundblad5529
      @danicasundblad5529 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Victoria Raechel aghhh thank you for replying!! Your so awesome. My hamster is so happy

  • @sasbang8717
    @sasbang8717 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Is it ok to feed my hamster fresh veggies and fruit and there seed mix instead of two seed mixes

    • @user-sx5me8qu5s
      @user-sx5me8qu5s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yes, you should! Almost all fruits and veggies are good for them. You can look up which ones are bad - avocado, onions, iceberg lettuce etc. Mix that up with seeds. You could also give them meal worms.

    • @sasbang8717
      @sasbang8717 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ok thank you!!

    • @oopoop4299
      @oopoop4299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yes of course. just dont give to much fruit

    • @teresedaigle7336
      @teresedaigle7336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Only if everything gives enough protein

    • @nela8466
      @nela8466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fruit is more of a treat though. Maybe some vegetables?

  • @Noname-vh5gx
    @Noname-vh5gx 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just watched this video and this has been very helpful! I completely respect that you don’t give your food recipe xxxx

  • @tanyadembovsky6220
    @tanyadembovsky6220 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your help! You are by far my favorite you-tuber ever! I love how you explain every detail with such care. Tell me, how long have you been YouTubing for? Anyway, thanis for all the help. 😁👍

  • @meepbeep3828
    @meepbeep3828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love this video!
    For the first time I have my Campbell Dwarf hamster mealworms and she loves them so much that she hunts for them! ❤️🐹

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!! Aw love that!

    • @mochiyukoichi2756
      @mochiyukoichi2756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m going to go get my hamster mealworms now!

    • @meepbeep3828
      @meepbeep3828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's honestly so funny watching her hunt for them, she goes all around her cage sniffy and digging for them!

  • @bangtanluv4561
    @bangtanluv4561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    TYSM U ARE SO AWESOME I was trying to find a vid like this for SO LONG and yassss u made it and u got most of my hamster research from u and pickles pets U ARE SO AMAZING

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching!

    • @bangtanluv4561
      @bangtanluv4561 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wait TYSM FOR REPLYING TO MY COMMENT!!!! EEK

    • @bangtanluv4561
      @bangtanluv4561 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      But one question is Timothy hay good for hamsters because when I was on vacation and my dad is watching my hamster he saw Timothy hay food type of stuff and he got it and I can’t find anything about if Timothy hay is good for hamsters

  • @norainnoflowers1551
    @norainnoflowers1551 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    that food calculator was awesome! It’s very simple and easy to use!
    I just used one for my pre-vet feeds class in college!
    Also, using the calculator, and a couple web searches, I found that Wild Harvest Advanced Nutrition fits the bill for meeting all the nutrient requirements. It’s not too expensive either. Burgess pellets also have pretty decent protein content.

  • @danicaeggleston6606
    @danicaeggleston6606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Raechel,
    I know you probably won’t read this but thank you soooo much for being such an amazing person to your fans and pets. Thanks to you my hamster is living a happy healthy life. I now know the right food, cage, wheel, handling, and how to prevent stress. You have helped me soo much and if I had net found your channel my poor hamster would be living a life of wrong care. Have a great day 😊

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! I’m glad my videos could help!

  • @teresedaigle7336
    @teresedaigle7336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    She protecc
    she attac
    but most importantly,
    she knows what hamsters need in their snaccs

  • @AbbeysAnimals
    @AbbeysAnimals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Awesome video Victoria! Hamster diets are VERY confusing so this helped alot! 💕

  • @heaxq5164
    @heaxq5164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a new subscriber and I find your videos very entertaining and helpful. I don't have a little hamster friend yet but am planning for one in the future. Till then I find your videos very cute and comforting because you show their environment and their activities ❤❤

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you and welcome to the channel!!

  • @aestheticbabe339
    @aestheticbabe339 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just got my first hamster yesterday! ,he’s called Nutmeg. Thank you so much for all your help. Ik everything about them and how to care for them ect. Thank you so much for helping me!!! ❤️

  • @littlestars7537
    @littlestars7537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is so helpful I’m always worrying if what I’m feeding my hamster is enough or what I’m feeding him is ok and will benefit his health ❤️

  • @kendleroser3670
    @kendleroser3670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I wish that there would be a mix that would meet all of a hamster needs for food

    • @azzaspets9237
      @azzaspets9237 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are some you can order from europe that are great and theres a brand called robins gourmet food thats based in the us which is also good they are just a lot more expensive :) basically do a lot of research and look online, unfortunately there arent any available in pet stores though

  • @angelabrauneis8836
    @angelabrauneis8836 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I just wanted to say thank you I watch you videos a lot and I am getting hamster in 2 days and I am so excited because I know that with you care, I can really give my hamster a good life. Thank you Victoria! I

  • @ameliasteed5030
    @ameliasteed5030 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have been BEGGING my parents for a hamster for as long as i can remember. I have been researching really deep the past few years in hope that i will convince them. Victoria your channel is the best and most helpful one out there :) thank you

  • @CamiUrquidi
    @CamiUrquidi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Uuuuh I loved loved loved this video! It makes me want to search more and try to improve their diet even more!

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! it can be really fun doing their diet honestly!

  • @multiplecollections4853
    @multiplecollections4853 4 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    I know not many people will read this but,
    Whoever is I hope you achieve your goals in life and never give up 💕
    You are worth it and i hope all your dreams come true. 💞
    I know you may see a lot of these comments and it may get annoying, but i just want everyone reading this have a good day.
    Much love from a small TH-camr that would love any support.
    Thank you all 💗

    • @charliethepug6781
      @charliethepug6781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Multiple Collections well this has nothing to do at all with the video

    • @Garciabrisa
      @Garciabrisa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Off topic

    • @binniyinni3758
      @binniyinni3758 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why is everybody bad? They just said something positive…

    • @user-jf3pk3fb6e
      @user-jf3pk3fb6e 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ty!

    • @amymbower
      @amymbower 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! You are so nice!

  • @larubiaconlibross_
    @larubiaconlibross_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello! Your videos help soo much.
    Alot of happy hamsters are here, thanks to you! 💚
    Thank you soo much for heplping! ❤

  • @timeturtletube5468
    @timeturtletube5468 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the video I didn’t know about this because of you my hamster is a lot happier

  • @myafalconer6271
    @myafalconer6271 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    i’m still confused :(

  • @stephanieguy7941
    @stephanieguy7941 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this Information I didn’t know this only just had my hamster

  • @MaximumCutenesss
    @MaximumCutenesss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks to you, my hamster has a great life, he has a proper sized cage, he has a proper diet, he has proper sand, he’s even potty trained!! Thank you so much 😊

  • @sarahzreik8596
    @sarahzreik8596 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm glad i know someone who mixes hamster food perfectly with everything they need

  • @_kailyn197
    @_kailyn197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    victoria:*uploads video
    me: " I AM SPEED"

  • @belugawhales2
    @belugawhales2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Omg second I love you so much
    Your the best! And amazing❤️

  • @imthatpeep100pets8
    @imthatpeep100pets8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would love if you did a lengthy video discussing your own mix. I don't need to know what your mix is exactly, but I love to hear the more gritty details of what you choose what for crude protien/fat/etc

  • @carahoffman3404
    @carahoffman3404 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought one of those hydroponic Gardyn towers (expensive toy but really cool) to grow fresh veggies and herbs to cook for us, and after watching your videos, I realized that most of the stuff I grow there are great hamster snacks! Every thing I trim I feed to Miss Dot by hand, and let's just say she's always glad to see me! 😂

  • @drizzy1938
    @drizzy1938 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    My hamster eats everything that she likes if it’s on my fingers

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Please don't just feed your hamster anything :)

    • @drizzy1938
      @drizzy1938 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Usually when I eat a banana or something she goes straight for my fingers lol

    • @kimthi6577
      @kimthi6577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My hamster only likes nibbling my fingers. She obviously doesn’t like me 😭she just looks at me like I’m the dumbest person alive

  • @iranramirez7030
    @iranramirez7030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    you should make a hamster and bunny food business

  • @axl5478
    @axl5478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I so happy she make video of hamster because I'm going to get one soon and I know a lot of stuff for hamster

  • @thedogloveronyoutube4107
    @thedogloveronyoutube4107 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are THE best Victoria. You are soo smart

  • @sylvie_on
    @sylvie_on 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    0:55
    Dat lil floof lovin’ da worm, yum Yum!
    (So cute! ^-^)

  • @aimeekathleen3789
    @aimeekathleen3789 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank u! I already knew this stuff but i love he way it was all put together. Could you please do a rabbit diet vid?>3

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Possibly in the future but I think 101Rabbits has some good diet videos

  • @puretoni
    @puretoni 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another brilliant share that’s helping me be a great hamster momma

  • @debzred
    @debzred 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you so glad i found your channel

  • @ElectricBlueCrayfish
    @ElectricBlueCrayfish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    me: gives my hamster a bb carrot*
    hamster: takes it*
    me: notices its too big for her*
    me:trys to take it away so i can cut it up a bit
    hamster: NOO ITS MINE THEIF
    PLAYS GAME OF TUG O WAR**

  • @trishg5820
    @trishg5820 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to breed hammies back in the day & my feed mix looked exactly like yours except that I mixed the herbs in. If I couldn't find dried veggies at the pet store I bought them in the soup aisle of my health food store (dried veggies only, not with any broth material in it). I would supplement with limited fresh fruit & veg so as not to cause wet tail or diarrhea. I wanted to caution when providing fresh food that hamsters are hoarders & will bring their food stash back to their den to unload. Fresh food has a certain moisture content & if food is left uneaten (usually by over feeding them) it rots & that is very unhealthy for rodents. Best to limit the fresh food & check all dens periodically for mold. I had one Syrian who always hoarded his fresh food so I fed him dried fruits & veg. He loved the dried strawberries. Broccoli is the only fresh food he got as he usually gobbled it down. Also, proteins weren't readily available where I live so I would substitute scrambled eggs & good quality cheese (no Velveeta plz) They loved it.

  • @triarii9257
    @triarii9257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is a great reference video for all of us new hamster owners.

  • @Cora.3
    @Cora.3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You helped me with evrything!!!! I thank you soo much my hamster is super healthy

  • @biancagabriella-
    @biancagabriella- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    my hamster has variety but it’s menu from walmart for now until i get the mealworms and i will buy sunburst and mazuri

  • @villanelle169
    @villanelle169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    any recommendations for toys and stuff to put in a Syrian hamsters enclosure, so that theres more enrichment? maybe less bored? I've been having a hard time finding stuff big enough for my little Loki ☹️

  • @chez5140
    @chez5140 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hiii!! So I had a hamster a few years back and you have helped me soooo much! I had a 2x4 cage, herbs, meal worms, seeds, etc. I also got a lot of the enrichment u recommend and snowball did great! Now my friend is trying to get one and she cares just as much as I do about their happiness and health. Im making her a list of a bunch of necessities and other things that her hamster will need. Right now I’m on food. The old meal worms that I used to get are not sold anymore :/ I was just wondering if you could share which ones you use? Also my friend is watching all of your videos :) I just wanted to ask for her and for me if I ever get another one.

  • @8008Midori8008
    @8008Midori8008 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I am new to your channel, I’ve been thinking of getting a hamster for months but I want to make sure I’m fully prepared before doing so and there are a few things I wish you could provide. Not that the information you give isn’t enough, but I still have a lot of questions about it.
    I wish you could tell more about how you make your own food and show us more so we can compare to our own if we decide to do it this way. Also tell us where to get the herbs and such and how to know if they don’t have any chemicals or so that could harm the pet/hamster.
    Thank you for all the I formation, it’s been really helpful and I formative!!

  • @CrossChara
    @CrossChara 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I’m getting a hamster soon, I need tips. ;w; I’ve been doing a bunch of research and I never knew about food for a hamster, yours helped so ty!

    • @drawingvideos5612
      @drawingvideos5612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      iiiPeachySwirl don’t listen to her. if a hamster has too much variety it will only eat the tasty bits and that’s really unhealthy. feed it only the same pellets then it will live way longer and healthier. please listen to me and not her

    • @karinaa46236
      @karinaa46236 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      DrawingVideos no all you do is to not refill the food until the hamster has eating it all

    • @mortemracoon
      @mortemracoon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      DrawingVideos I think she knows a lot more than you do but okay...

    • @lemonenjoyer
      @lemonenjoyer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@drawingvideos5612 imagine telling someone not to listen to someone who owned hamsters nearly all their life -_-

    • @drawingvideos5612
      @drawingvideos5612 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      WitheredRxses so have i plus i live with a vet HHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHA

  • @cathkamala6920
    @cathkamala6920 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ah! Thank you for telling me this. My mix has 12% protein, yet meets the others! Thank youZ

  • @cristalheart4384
    @cristalheart4384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for this video i was confused and this was very helpful :D

  • @helgag.pataki6472
    @helgag.pataki6472 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was very helpful! Thank you💕🤗