It is also possible to buy puppy meal already impregnated with cod-liver oil, which greatly enhances the ease of feeding it. Meat - the subject of giving meat has been debated for years. Some believe that feeding meat will encourage cannibalism. However, there are reports of breeders who feed meat regularly and never experience abnormal cannibalism. Milk - the basic problem with milk is that it needs to be given in a dish, which can readily be tipped over.
Milk also turns sour quickly in warm weather.
Because of the inherent problems, milk is seldom given to hamsters, with the exception of pregnant mothers, young and ill stock. Be sure to remove the dish and thoroughly clean it before the milk sours. Mixed Bird Seeds - another ideal supplement is the seed sold for budgerigars and canaries. It can either be mixed with the grain or a teaspoonful can be fed once a week. Like so many other treats, it is recommended that it not be fed more than once a week.