Hamsters are popular pets, and for good reason. They are easy to care, usually bond well with their owners, and on top of everything else, the are very cute! Learn about choosing a pet hamster, pet hamster care, and providing all the necessities for your hamster in this handy hamster care guide.
1. Is a Pet Hamster Right for You?
Hamsters make good pets, but they are not the right choice for everyone. Learn about the pros and cons of hamster as pets before deciding if a hamster will be the right pet for you. You will also need to consider whether you want a larger Syrian hamster (always keep one to a cage), smaller dwarf hamsters (can be kept together), or even the less common but still lovely Chinese hamster.
2. Choose a Healthy Hamster
Avoid taking home a hamster that shows common signs and symptoms of illness, stress, or other problems. While some problems can be hidden, anybody can do a quick check for some common signs of illness or other problems. While there are no guarantees, avoiding hamsters with obvious signs of problems gives you have the best chance of taking home a healthy hamster. Since many diseases are contagious, it is safest to also avoid hamsters with cage mates that seem ill. As an added bonus, you can also get clues about a hamster's temperament while doing a quick health check. Check the eyes, mouth and ears, so if there’s some wrong bring it to the doctor.
3. Choose a Hamster Cage and Supplies
Having a cage all set up and waiting for your hamster is a good way to smooth your hamsters' transition to his or her new home. There are a huge variety of cage styles and sized out there, and which one to choose can be confusing. Also make sure you have cage accessories such as bedding, an exercise wheel, and a cozy sleep hut picked out. Use cage for the hamster or aquarium. Don’t forget to change the wooden.
4. Feeding Hamsters
There are also a lot of choices when it comes to hamster food, and not all are created equal. You main choice will be between a pelleted diet and a loose mix (see based) diet, and each has pros and cons. Your store-bought hamster diet can also be supplemented with a variety of healthy human foods and treat. Don’t forget the drink, usually in pet shop have the bottle for the hamster.
5. Handling Hamsters
Hamsters that haven't been handled may not be happy about being picked up and may try to bite you. It's important to remember hamsters that bite are not mean they are scared and defending themselves the best way they know how. It may take some patience (and possible some treats) to win your hamster's trust. Becareful hamster has sharp teeth. If you bitten you have to wash your hand.
6. Toys for Hamsters
Hamsters need to be able to chew, and they need to be able to exercise. Hamsters really were made to run, so a running wheel is a must. A hamster wheel must be large enough (many hamster wheels are more appropriate for dwarf hamsters than Syrian hamsters), safe (no wire wheels, please), and for your sanity, quiet. For chewing, a variety of wood structures and toys will help keep your hamster's teeth in shape. Hamsters also tend to like play tubes and tunnels and things they can climb on. Hamster needs sport.
7. Hamster Breeding
I don't advocate the casual owner breeding their hamsters -- that is best left to breeders who concentrate on breeding for health and temperament. However, there are times when accidents happen, including hamsters that weren't separated soon enough at the pet store and come home pregnant. Also, knowing about hamster reproduction can help prevent accidents in the first place.
For a new hamster born:
- Don't try to handle the babies at all for at least two weeks.
- Make sure to provide plenty of food and fresh water, but make feeding and watering as efficient and calm as possible.
- Keep in mind that the mom will be very protective as well so may act more aggressive than usual; this is natural and no cause for concern. Don’t look the baby if the mom is wake up. If you want to see the baby you have to see when the mom is sleeping.
- If for some rare reason you must move a baby, use a spoon so you do not get your scent on the baby. It is rarely necessary to move a baby though even if they are out of the nest; the mom will usually retrieve any stray pups and return them to the nest.
1. Is a Pet Hamster Right for You?
Hamsters make good pets, but they are not the right choice for everyone. Learn about the pros and cons of hamster as pets before deciding if a hamster will be the right pet for you. You will also need to consider whether you want a larger Syrian hamster (always keep one to a cage), smaller dwarf hamsters (can be kept together), or even the less common but still lovely Chinese hamster.
2. Choose a Healthy Hamster
Avoid taking home a hamster that shows common signs and symptoms of illness, stress, or other problems. While some problems can be hidden, anybody can do a quick check for some common signs of illness or other problems. While there are no guarantees, avoiding hamsters with obvious signs of problems gives you have the best chance of taking home a healthy hamster. Since many diseases are contagious, it is safest to also avoid hamsters with cage mates that seem ill. As an added bonus, you can also get clues about a hamster's temperament while doing a quick health check. Check the eyes, mouth and ears, so if there’s some wrong bring it to the doctor.
3. Choose a Hamster Cage and SuppliesHaving a cage all set up and waiting for your hamster is a good way to smooth your hamsters' transition to his or her new home. There are a huge variety of cage styles and sized out there, and which one to choose can be confusing. Also make sure you have cage accessories such as bedding, an exercise wheel, and a cozy sleep hut picked out. Use cage for the hamster or aquarium. Don’t forget to change the wooden.
4. Feeding Hamsters
There are also a lot of choices when it comes to hamster food, and not all are created equal. You main choice will be between a pelleted diet and a loose mix (see based) diet, and each has pros and cons. Your store-bought hamster diet can also be supplemented with a variety of healthy human foods and treat. Don’t forget the drink, usually in pet shop have the bottle for the hamster.
5. Handling Hamsters
Hamsters that haven't been handled may not be happy about being picked up and may try to bite you. It's important to remember hamsters that bite are not mean they are scared and defending themselves the best way they know how. It may take some patience (and possible some treats) to win your hamster's trust. Becareful hamster has sharp teeth. If you bitten you have to wash your hand.
6. Toys for Hamsters
Hamsters need to be able to chew, and they need to be able to exercise. Hamsters really were made to run, so a running wheel is a must. A hamster wheel must be large enough (many hamster wheels are more appropriate for dwarf hamsters than Syrian hamsters), safe (no wire wheels, please), and for your sanity, quiet. For chewing, a variety of wood structures and toys will help keep your hamster's teeth in shape. Hamsters also tend to like play tubes and tunnels and things they can climb on. Hamster needs sport.
7. Hamster Breeding
I don't advocate the casual owner breeding their hamsters -- that is best left to breeders who concentrate on breeding for health and temperament. However, there are times when accidents happen, including hamsters that weren't separated soon enough at the pet store and come home pregnant. Also, knowing about hamster reproduction can help prevent accidents in the first place.
For a new hamster born:
- Don't try to handle the babies at all for at least two weeks.
- Make sure to provide plenty of food and fresh water, but make feeding and watering as efficient and calm as possible.
- Keep in mind that the mom will be very protective as well so may act more aggressive than usual; this is natural and no cause for concern. Don’t look the baby if the mom is wake up. If you want to see the baby you have to see when the mom is sleeping.
- If for some rare reason you must move a baby, use a spoon so you do not get your scent on the baby. It is rarely necessary to move a baby though even if they are out of the nest; the mom will usually retrieve any stray pups and return them to the nest.
And this is my Hamster, I have take care a hamster, when I was 8 years old.. 
If I already lazy to take care of them usually I sell them to a pet shop. I can take care of 22 Hamster, but now I just have 2 hamster. Because all are died and I already sell them. I put the money at my bank. Thanks and GBu
If I already lazy to take care of them usually I sell them to a pet shop. I can take care of 22 Hamster, but now I just have 2 hamster. Because all are died and I already sell them. I put the money at my bank. Thanks and GBu
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