Safe veggies for dwarf hamsters?

[PhoenixFeather]

Does anyone know a trustworthy reference as to which veggies are safe/healthy for dwarf hamsters? I've tried to look online, but have found contradictory information. :-( I bought some dandelion greens as a winter treat for the piggies, and wanted to know if I can give a little to the hammy as well. Thanks!

 

[newpiggiemommy]

I am not sure what is good for them, but I know that veggies have a lot of water in them and to much will cause diarrhea. You could try small amounts of stuff to see if they will eat it.

 

[PhoenixFeather]

Well, I'd like to have some confidence that whatever we offer won't be harmful before seeing if they'll eat it.

 

[Cavy Carnage]

Tiny pieces of chopped carrot are ok, also a small cranberry, piece of broccoli, a tiny piece of apple. I would stay away from lettuce, dandelion greens etc as they contain to much water for a hamster. Also only offer the food I have suggested one at a time and just 2-3 times a week. I will reply with more things as I think of them.