How much XtraVital?

[nonisa]

Hi everyone,

Just wondering how much dry food is the correct amount to feed 2 degus? I'm a first time owner and have seen conficting amounts stated and wondered if you guys could give me some advice.

They have fresh Timothy Hay and I've also got some dryed dandelion mix that I have been giving in small amounts. They seem to love sunflower seeds too although I've only given them one a day but I suspect even this is too many.

Any advice is helpful.

[emz]

For dry feed people tend to have their own methods depending on their preference. I personally give one small handful of nuggets per degu per day whereas some people just fill up the bowl and refill it when it's empty. Degus will stop eating when they are full usually so they shouldn't over indulge but do remember whatever you do to make sure they continue eating their hay which is important for both their gut and their teeth.

[nonisa]

Thanks. I'm giving them a little less than I was to start with and they seem to be eating more hay so I think I've got it about right.