Safe or Unsafe (Haven't bought YET)

[Dforhammies]

I have a list of items I am interested in purchasing so please rate them or tell me better ones in a budget of 300$ If my budget is too small please tell me!

 

[Dforhammies]

Forgot some things

 

[Dforhammies]

Also not including vet and insurance in budget. Still looking for some hideouts and food bowls

 

[Maz]

Do you know if the hamster will be a Syrian or a dwarf hamster? Re the food.

The Bucatstate enclosure is a great option for either species. Otherwise, from the top of your list:

Tiny friends hamster food - an ok basic food for Syrian hamsters which contains everything needed - the pieces are a bit large for dwarf hamsters but they will eat it.

Carefresh is fine as long as it's unscented and no "additives" (there are different versions). Kaytee Clean and Cozy is better IMO - less dust. Also an unscented version obviously. For a large enclosure like the Bucatstate you will need a lot of bedding, so you might want to look into bulk paper bedding - eg a bale of Boxo bedding from Walmart maybe.

I don't know anything about the Henry's food so I'd say probably not and it looks like pellets.

Reptisand is fine (check it's calcium-free)

The niteangel water bowl is good - the little mountain in the middle is a good safety feature so they can't fall in.

The sandbath looks a bit small and only for dwarf hamsters - the entrance hole looks small - a Syrian could get stuck. I would skip that. You can actually use any container as a sand bath - eg an old ice cream tub - although it would need to be supported underneath on say a low platform under the substrate so it doesn't sink and squash the hamster.

 

[Dforhammies]

Also not including vet and insurance

Do you know if the hamster will be a Syrian or a dwarf hamster? Re the food.

The Bucatstate enclosure is a great option for either species. Otherwise, from the top of your list:

Tiny friends hamster food - an ok basic food for Syrian hamsters which contains everything needed - the pieces are a bit large for dwarf hamsters but they will eat it.

Carefresh is fine as long as it's unscented and no "additives" (there are different versions). Kaytee Clean and Cozy is better IMO - less dust. Also an unscented version obviously. For a large enclosure like the Bucatstate you will need a lot of bedding, so you might want to look into bulk paper bedding - eg a bale of Boxo bedding from Walmart maybe.

I don't know anything about the Henry's food so I'd say probably not and it looks like pellets.

Reptisand is fine (check it's calcium-free)

The niteangel water bowl is good - the little mountain in the middle is a good safety feature so they can't fall in.

The sandbath looks a bit small and only for dwarf hamsters - the entrance hole looks small - a Syrian could get stuck. I would skip that. You can actually use any container as a sand bath - eg an old ice cream tub - although it would need to be supported underneath on say a low platform under the substrate so it doesn't sink and squash the hamster.

Thanks so much! Glad I don't have to use "Henry's Hamsters" food or whatever it's called. Sort of expensive! Also my hamster will be Syrian.

 

[Socks' Mum]

I would definitely leave out the Timothy apple biscuits. They are for animals who eat hay, and hamsters won't be able to digest them. If your hammy is tempted to eat them by the flavour, the hay might make him unwell

 

[Maz]

Agree - I meant to say that as well! Hamsters don't need things heavy in hay. Good treats are things like pumpkin seeds (you can get them in their shells as well).

 

[Dforhammies]

I would definitely leave out the Timothy apple biscuits. They are for animals who eat hay, and hamsters won't be able to digest them. If your hammy is tempted to eat them by the flavour, the hay might make him unwell

Thank you so much! Will not be using!

 

[Dforhammies]

Forgot some things

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Got some more! This bowl is adorbs!




I LOVE PURPLE!! And Niteangel was sold out But this wheel looks fine and is big enough for a Syrian.

 

[Dforhammies]

Got some more! This bowl is adorbs!

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I LOVE PURPLE!! And Niteangel was sold out But this wheel looks fine and is big enough for a Syrian.

Plus, It's cheaper . Still looking for more food!

 

[Socks' Mum]

The wheel would be OK for a young hamster as a first wheel, but a 12 inch wheel is better for an adult Syrian. The colour is lovely.

 

[Maz]

Those little bowls are lovely. I wouldn't get the wheel though. Apart from being a bit on the small side, it has slots at the back. I always worry about a hamster getting a paw caught in a slot while it's spinning. So personally I wouldn't think of that as a safe wheel. Ideally they are solid at the back with no slits. A good wheel for a Syrian is the exotic nutrition silent runner wheel 12". They're not that expensive in the US (they are expensive in the Uk due to import costs). As long as you don't mind orange! They tend to be very long lasting wheels and completely silent, so good value for money. But I know the look of the open nitenagel ones is popular these days

Silent Runner 12 in (Regular)

Looking for a safe, quiet, and durable exercise wheel for your furry friends? Look no further than Exotic Nutrition's Silent Runner Wheel 12". This innovative wheel is specifically designed for sugar gliders, Syrian hamsters, female rats* and similar-sized animals. The dual-ball bearing...

exoticnutrition.com

I think the 11" (large) niteangel wheels are in stock at amazon and they are a suitable size for most syrians. But they are expensive. Another option which is a good silent wheel is this Omlet one It's very nice, I have one.

Large Hamster Wheel with Stand | Omlet

Our Large Hamster Wheel with Stand is designed to let little legs go the distance, with the height needed for little backs to fully extend and stretch.

www.omlet.us

 

[Dforhammies]

The wheel would be OK for a young hamster as a first wheel, but a 12 inch wheel is better for an adult Syrian. The colour is lovely.

Thanks! Will find a new one!

 

[Dforhammies]

Those little bowls are lovely. I wouldn't get the wheel though. Apart from being a bit on the small side, it has slots at the back. I always worry about a hamster getting a paw caught in a slot while it's spinning. So personally I wouldn't think of that as a safe wheel. Ideally they are solid at the back with no slits. A good wheel for a Syrian is the exotic nutrition silent runner wheel 12". They're not that expensive in the US (they are expensive in the Uk due to import costs). As long as you don't mind orange! They tend to be very long lasting wheels and completely silent, so good value for money. But I know the look of the open nitenagel ones is popular these days

Silent Runner 12 in (Regular)

Looking for a safe, quiet, and durable exercise wheel for your furry friends? Look no further than Exotic Nutrition's Silent Runner Wheel 12". This innovative wheel is specifically designed for sugar gliders, Syrian hamsters, female rats* and similar-sized animals. The dual-ball bearing...

exoticnutrition.com

I think the 11" (large) niteangel wheels are in stock at amazon and they are a suitable size for most syrians. But they are expensive. Another option which is a good silent wheel is this Omlet one It's very nice, I have one.

Large Hamster Wheel with Stand | Omlet

Our Large Hamster Wheel with Stand is designed to let little legs go the distance, with the height needed for little backs to fully extend and stretch.

www.omlet.us

Thank you! I hope Niteangel has restocked! Otherwise I'll be getting an Omelet (Niteangel wood wheels seem to be difficult to clean!)