Hamsters can eat cheese. However, they should only consume a small amount occasionally. Also, some hamsters are lactose intolerant.
General Guidelines for Feeding Hamsters To ensure their digestive tracts function properly, it’s imperative you learn what foods your hamster can and cannot eat so that you do not cause unnecessary strain on their little bodies.
How to Feed Cheese to your Hamster We do recommend adding any new treats or meals gradually to avoid potential tummy issues (and to watch for allergies.) Cheese should only be fed to your hamster occasionally and in exceedingly small amounts.
Are Cheese Puffs Okay? Low fat, mild cheeses are okay for hamsters to eat here and there. However, human snacks like cheese puffs are a definite no.
Hamsters can indeed eat tiny amounts of low-fat, mild-tasting hard cheeses, in addition to cottage cheese. However, cheese should only be fed to a hamster occasionally and in very small amounts–generally speaking, maybe once a week.