What treats can degus have?

Degus can have small amounts of dried vegetables, nuts, and seeds as occasional treats. Commercial degu treats like fruit wood chew sticks or compressed timothy hay balls are also appropriate.

How many treats can I give my degu?

Offer your degu treats sparingly, a few times a week instead of daily. Give them one or two small treats at a time, limiting larger treats like nuts to once a week.

Can I give my degu human food as treats?

You can give your degu small amounts of some human foods like leafy greens, sweet potatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and carrots as treats. Only offer sugary foods like fruit and high-fat nuts or seeds as occasional treats, as these types of degu treats can be unhealthy for your pet.