Any hamster that is a year and a half old is considered elderly, she said, and how much your hamster shows his or her age will depend on a number of things, including their individual personality and energy level. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help your hamster live a healthy, fulfilling life.
Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the barley. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, drain, and set aside. When the soup is ready, add the barley and cook the soup for another 15 or 20 minutes, until the barley is tender.
1 Bring the mixture up to a boil then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 45 minutes with a lid in place. 2  During the last 5-10 minutes of the simmer time, wash and chop the potatoes. 3  Add the potatoes to the pot and allow to cook 15 minutes more.4  The potatoes, meat and barley should all be tender by this time. Add the cooked meat back to the pot along with 6 cups of beef broth (bouillon + water), bay leaves, thyme and dry barley. 2  Bring the mixture up to a boil then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 45 minutes with a lid in place. 3  During the last 5-10 minutes of the simmer time, wash and chop the potatoes.