The Wonderful.Pet catalog contains specialized food for ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, hamsters, rats, mice. Brands: Versele-Laga, Vitakraft, Padovan, JR Farm, Beaphar, Trill, Bunny. Delivery throughout Ukraine by Nova Poshta from Odessa.
Food by rodent type
- Ornamental rabbits - Versele-Laga Cuni Sensitive/Junior, JR Farm Grainless Complete. Grain base + hay (70% of the diet).
- Guinea pigs - Vitakraft Pre Alpin, Padovan Premium Cavia. Vitamin C is a must - guinea pigs do not synthesize it.
- Chinchillas - granulated food Versele-Laga Chinchilla, Padovan Premium Cincilla. Low in calories, high in fiber.
- Degu - Vitakraft Menu Degu (sugar-free). Degus have diabetes - no sweet fruits.
- Hamsters - Versele-Laga Hamster, Vitakraft Menu Hamster. Syrians eat more than Dzungarians.
- Rats and mice - Versele-Laga Crispy Muesli Rats & Mice. You can give boiled meat and eggs 1-2 times a week.
Ferrets are obligate carnivores
Ferrets are NOT rodents. Their digestion is like that of a cat: short intestinal tube, requirement for animal protein (minimum 35%) and fat (20%+). Vegetables, fruits, and cereals are strictly prohibited. Suitable food:
- Specialized - Bosch Totally Ferret, 8in1 Ultimate Ferret
- Alternative - premium dry food for kittens (Acana Kitten, Orijen Cat & Kitten)
- Treats - raw chicken necks, pieces of beef, boiled egg
Hay and treats
For rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hay is the basis of the diet (minimum 70%). Buy meadow, timothy, forbs from JR Farm, Padovan. Treats - sticks with vegetables and grains (Vitakraft Drops), dried vegetables, willow twigs for sharpening teeth.
Frequently asked questions
Is it possible to give rodent food for hamsters to everyone? No - different species have different needs. Chinchillas and degus are prohibited from eating fatty seeds; guinea pigs need vitamin C.
How many times to feed? Usually - a bowl of dry food is always available, plus fresh vegetables/grass 1-2 times a day. Hamsters and rats can hoard food, so feed in portions.
Vitamin C is a must for guinea pigs? Yes. Dosage 10-30 mg/kg per day. Sources: special food with C, bell pepper, parsley, a drop of Beaphar Vit-C in the water.
