{"id":585,"date":"2021-01-26T17:03:18","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T17:03:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hamsterpros.com\/?p=585"},"modified":"2021-01-26T17:03:20","modified_gmt":"2021-01-26T17:03:20","slug":"can-hamsters-eat-pumpkin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hamsterpros.com\/can-hamsters-eat-pumpkin\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Hamsters Eat Pumpkin?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Pumpkins are an essential part of the autumn months, both in d\u00e9cor and in various dishes. In addition to being delicious, pumpkins boast an array of health benefits to the humans who consume them. So, if you enjoy pumpkins, you may be wondering if this tasty treat is one that your pet would also like \u2013 especially if you have a hamster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But can your hamster eat pumpkins? The answer is an emphatic yes, dependent on the breed of hamster that you have. In fact, pumpkins hold several uses to your hamster even apart from the nutrients they provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to get the health information about pumpkins and find out whether or not it\u2019s a good fit for your hamster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Pumpkin_Nutrition_Information\">Pumpkin Nutrition Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_Much_Pumpkin_Can_You_Give_a_Hamster\">How Much Pumpkin Can You Give a Hamster?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_Often_Should_You_Give_Your_Hamster_Pumpkin\">How Often Should You Give Your Hamster Pumpkin?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_Risks_Are_Associated_With_Feeding_Hamsters\">What Risks Are Associated With Feeding Hamsters?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#A_Final_Word_on_Hamsters_and_Pumpkin\">A Final Word on Hamsters and Pumpkin<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Pumpkin_Nutrition_Information\">Pumpkin Nutrition Information<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A one cup serving of raw, cubed pumpkin gives you roughly the following amounts of vitamins, minerals, and other compounds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>30 calories<\/li><li>5 g carbohydrates<\/li><li>.6 g fiber<\/li><li>2 g protein<\/li><li>.1 g fat<\/li><li>4 mg vitamin C<\/li><li>2 mg vitamin E<\/li><li>.7 mg niacin<\/li><li>3 mcg vitamin K<\/li><li>6 mcg folate<\/li><li>4 mg calcium<\/li><li>9 mg magnesium<\/li><li>394 mg potassium<\/li><li>.4 mg zinc<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And in addition to the elements listed above, there are also trace elements of riboflavin, manganese, copper, thiamine, and vitamin b6 present in pumpkin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"How_Much_Pumpkin_Can_You_Give_a_Hamster\">How Much Pumpkin Can You Give a Hamster?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;The amount of pumpkin you can safely give a hamster depends on its age. Baby hamsters should not eat any pumpkin at all. Adult hamsters can safely have a piece of raw pumpkin meat measuring an inch long, or one teaspoon of cooked pumpkin under supervision. And while pumpkin contains many health benefits, it\u2019s important to give your hamster pumpkin alongside a balanced diet of regular hamster food. To introduce pumpkin to your hamster, lower the amount you give them and gradually work up to the recommended serving size. Smaller breeds of hamster can consume about half an inch of raw pumpkin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hamsters can also eat raw or roasted pumpkin <a href=\"https:\/\/hamsterpros.com\/can-hamsters-eat-flaxseeds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seeds<\/a> that are absent any seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"How_Often_Should_You_Give_Your_Hamster_Pumpkin\">How Often Should You Give Your Hamster Pumpkin?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended serving frequency can be up to three times per week, depending on the size of your hamster. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"What_Risks_Are_Associated_With_Feeding_Hamsters\">What Risks Are Associated With Feeding Hamsters?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The fat content in pumpkin has the potential to cause stomach upset in hamsters, including vomiting and diarrhea, so your hamster should be monitored for a few hours after munching on some pumpkin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s recommended to consult your vet before you give your hamster pumpkin to ensure that your hamster is good to eat pumpkin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"A_Final_Word_on_Hamsters_and_Pumpkin\">A Final Word on Hamsters and Pumpkin<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pumpkin can be a good source of vitamins and minerals for both people and animals, but when it comes to hamsters, it\u2019s good to use a cautious approach when offering some to Hammy, only using small portions in accordance with the needs of your hamster breed or the recommendations of your vet. If all considerations are taken into account, there\u2019ll be nothing stopping you from enjoying a nice autumnal treat with your hamster.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pumpkins are an essential part of the autumn months, both in d\u00e9cor and in various dishes. In addition to being delicious, pumpkins boast an array of health benefits to the humans who consume them. 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