Dr. Lisa Bennett, DVM

Dr. Lisa Bennett, DVM

Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist

Dr. Lisa Bennett is a veterinarian with focused experience in small pet nutrition, including hamsters, gerbils, and hedgehogs. Her work centers on building balanced, species-appropriate diets that support digestion, healthy weight, and long-term wellbeing in small mammals. She works closely with pet owners to improve everyday feeding habits, with a strong focus on portion control, food safety, and preventing common nutrition-related issues. Her approach combines practical feeding guidance with evidence-based nutrition principles tailored to the unique needs of small pets. Dr. Bennett contributes trusted educational content that helps pet owners make informed feeding decisions and confidently care for their pets through proper nutrition.

Areas of Expertise

Hamster nutrition and safe food selection
Gerbil diet balance and feeding behavior
Hedgehog dietary needs and weight management
Digestive health and fiber balance
Portion control and obesity prevention
Species-appropriate diets for small mammals
100+SMALL PET NUTRITION GUIDES PUBLISHED
10K+PET OWNERS SUPPORTED
8+ YearsEXPERIENCE IN SMALL PET CARE
Daily Feeding GuidanceFOCUSED ON SAFE, BALANCED DIETS

Articles by Dr. Lisa Bennett, DVM

28 Articles
Can Hamsters Eat Raspberries? Safe Portions, Benefits, Feeding TipsHamster
Feb 2, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Raspberries? Safe Portions, Benefits, Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat raspberries safely? Learn portion guidelines, potential benefits, and how to feed raspberries without causing digestive issues.

Can Hamsters Eat Pumpkin and Pumpkin Seeds? Safe Portions and Feeding GuideHamster
Feb 1, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Pumpkin and Pumpkin Seeds? Safe Portions and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat pumpkin and pumpkin seeds safely? Learn portion sizes, feeding tips, risks, and how they fit into a balanced hamster diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Potatoes? Safe Feeding Guide and Sweet Potato TipsHamster
Jan 31, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Potatoes? Safe Feeding Guide and Sweet Potato Tips

Can hamsters eat potatoes safely? Learn how to serve cooked potatoes, portion sizes, risks, and why sweet potatoes may be a better option.

Can Hamsters Eat Pineapple? Safety, Acidity Risks, Portion TipsHamster
Jan 30, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Pineapple? Safety, Acidity Risks, Portion Tips

Can hamsters eat pineapple safely? Learn about acidity risks, portion sizes, and how to feed pineapple without upsetting your hamster's digestion.

Can Hamsters Eat Peppers? Safe Types, Portions, and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 29, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Peppers? Safe Types, Portions, and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat peppers safely? Learn which types are safe, portion sizes, feeding tips, and how peppers fit into a balanced diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Peaches Without Health Risks? A Practical Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 28, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Peaches Without Health Risks? A Practical Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat peaches safely? Learn portion sizes, sugar risks, and how to serve peaches properly as an occasional treat in a balanced diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Papaya? Safe Portions, Sugar Risks, Feeding TipsHamster
Jan 27, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Papaya? Safe Portions, Sugar Risks, Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat papaya safely? Understand proper portions, natural sugar risks, and how to offer papaya as a safe, occasional treat.

Can Hamsters Eat Mushrooms? Safe Types, Risks, and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 26, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Mushrooms? Safe Types, Risks, and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat mushrooms safely? Learn which types are safe, portion sizes, risks, and how mushrooms fit into a hamster's diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Melon? Safe Portions, Sugar, Feeding TipsHamster
Jan 25, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Melon? Safe Portions, Sugar, Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat melon safely? Learn about portion control, sugar levels, and how to serve melon as a healthy, occasional treat.

Can Hamsters Eat Kale? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 24, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Kale? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat kale safely? Learn proper portion sizes, feeding tips, risks, and how kale fits into a balanced hamster diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Coconut? Fat Content, Safe Portions, Feeding TipsHamster
Jan 23, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Coconut? Fat Content, Safe Portions, Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat coconut safely? Learn about high fat content, portion limits, and how to offer coconut without disrupting your hamster's diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Cherries? Safety, Sugar Risks, and Feeding GuidelinesHamster
Jan 22, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Cherries? Safety, Sugar Risks, and Feeding Guidelines

Can hamsters eat cherries safely? Understand sugar risks, safe preparation, and proper portion sizes before offering this fruit to your hamster.

Can Hamsters Eat Cantaloupe? Safe Portions, Sugar, Feeding TipsHamster
Jan 21, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Cantaloupe? Safe Portions, Sugar, Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat cantaloupe safely? Discover ideal portion sizes, sugar content concerns, and safe ways to include it in your hamster's diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Cabbage? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 20, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Cabbage? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat cabbage safely? Learn portion sizes, feeding tips, risks, and how cabbage fits into a balanced hamster diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Asparagus? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 19, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Asparagus? Safe Portions, Benefits, and Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat asparagus safely? Learn portion sizes, feeding tips, risks, and how asparagus fits into a balanced hamster diet.

Can Hamsters Eat Zucchini? Hydration Benefits and Safe Serving GuideHamster
Jan 7, 20266 min read88.3k views

Can Hamsters Eat Zucchini? Hydration Benefits and Safe Serving Guide

Zucchini is a staple in many human kitchens, known for its versatility and high water content. Learn if you can share this summer squash with your hamster...

Can Hamsters Eat Watermelon? Safe Portions & Feeding TipsHamster
Jan 6, 20265 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Watermelon? Safe Portions & Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat watermelon safely? Learn benefits, risks, portion sizes, and expert feeding tips to keep your hamster healthy and hydrated.

Can Hamsters Eat Strawberries? Safety, Portions & Vet AdviceHamster
Jan 5, 20265 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Strawberries? Safety, Portions & Vet Advice

Can hamsters eat strawberries safely? Learn proper portions, health benefits, risks, and how often to feed strawberries to hamsters. Vet-reviewed guidance

Can Hamsters Eat Peas? Safe Portions and Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 4, 20266 min read1.2k views

Can Hamsters Eat Peas? Safe Portions and Feeding Guide

Yes, hamsters can eat peas in small, measured portions. Peas provide plant-based protein, fi...

Can Hamsters Eat Oranges? Vet-Reviewed Safety & Feeding GuideHamster
Jan 3, 20265 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Oranges? Vet-Reviewed Safety & Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat oranges safely? Learn when citrus is risky, proper portion sizes, safer alternatives, and vet-reviewed feeding advice for hamsters.

Can Hamsters Eat Mango? Safe Portions and Health RisksHamster
Jan 2, 20265 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Mango? Safe Portions and Health Risks

Can hamsters eat mango safely? Learn portion sizes, sugar risks, feeding tips, and when mango should be avoided to protect your hamster’s health.

Can Hamsters Eat Kiwi? Safety, Sugar Concerns, and PortionsHamster
Jan 1, 20265 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Kiwi? Safety, Sugar Concerns, and Portions

Can hamsters eat kiwi safely? Learn portion sizes, sugar risks, feeding guidelines, and when kiwi should be avoided for hamster health.

Can Hamsters Eat Grapes? Portions, Benefits and Feeding TipsHamster
Dec 31, 20255 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Grapes? Portions, Benefits and Feeding Tips

Can hamsters eat grapes safely? Learn the right portion size, how often to feed grapes, and when to avoid them to protect your hamster’s health.

Can Hamsters Eat Blueberries? Vet-Reviewed Feeding GuideHamster
Dec 30, 20255 min read20 views

Can Hamsters Eat Blueberries? Vet-Reviewed Feeding Guide

Can hamsters eat blueberries? Learn if blueberries are safe, how much to feed, health benefits, risks, and expert feeding tips for hamsters.