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.
Oven Toasting. Oven toasting is another easy method for toasting grain. Barley, for example, can be lightly toasted in the oven before it is added to soups and other dishes. To toast barley, simply spread the barley grains evenly on a baking sheet and toast for about 10 minutes in a 350ÂºF oven.