What Should I Feed My degu?

Degus eat a diet high in roughage and low in carbohydrates. Thus, the basis of a proper degu diet is a combination of high-quality chinchilla or guinea pig pellets and a rodent block. Make a nutrient-rich grass, like Timothy hay or alfalfa, available at all times.

Can degus have rice?

Natural puffed rice and puffed wheat can be found in most health food shops, always check that there are no added ingredients. DRIED HERBS- many pet shops sell bags of dried, mixed herbs and flowers that are very much enjoyed by degus.

Can degu eat cucumber?

Should degus eat fresh fruit and vegetables? Certain vegetables, like broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage and celery, can be fed once or twice a week. Others, like apples, carrots, cucumber, peas or sweet potato, should be fed more rarely (for example, once a month) as they can be high in sugar or carbohydrates.

Can degu eat lettuce?

Vegetables and herbs are another important part of the degu diet. Not all vegetables may be given each day as vegetables can lead to digestive problems and bloating. Leafy vegetables (chicory, endive, dandelion leaves, lettuce, celery, radishes) can be given each day.

How much should a Degu drink?

How much do degus drink? On average two to three healthy adult degus should be consuming 1000 ml of water a month.

Can Degu eat carrots?

Many fruits can be high in sugar and should not be given to degus. Some vegetables for example carrot, sweet potato, beetroot and parsnips can also be high in sugar, so should only be given in very small pieces as an occasional treat. Be wary of commercial treat products as these can also be too sugary.

What foods are poisonous to degus?

Molasses and raisins – you should avoid feeding your degu these due to their high sugar content. Hamster and Gerbil food – these contain a lot of seeds that are high in protein. Too much protein can make your degu ill, so these foods shouldn’t be fed to your pet.

Can degus eat avocado?

Do not feed LETTUCE or AVOCADO as these can be harmful. You can give Chinchillas very small amounts of fresh fruit and vegetables, but no more than twice a week. Degus CANNOT have fresh fruit or treats with honey, sugar or dried fruit in them.

How much should you feed a Degu?

Hay should always be readily available; however you should provide the remainder of his dried food at a regular time. You can either choose to give him his dried food once a day (around a 10g portion) or twice a day (2 x 5g portions). Remember, dried foods don’t contain all the vitamins and minerals your degu needs.

Can degu eat carrots?

Can degu eat chinchilla food?

Degus will eat anything you give them, even foods that make them sick. Chinchilla and guinea pig pellets are generally good for degus, as long as they do not contain any of the ingredients just discussed. It’s also important to provide your degu with plenty of hay.

How much should a degu weight?

6 – 11 ozCommon degu / Mass (Adult)