Having your hamster flinch at your touch or run away when you try to pick it up can be quite worrisome. But figuring out why your pet is doing this is the key to getting them to trust you and feel safe around you.
Your hamster could be scared of you if you just adopted it or it isn’t tame yet. It may have heard a loud sound that upset it or been scared of other animals in the home. Finally, hamsters may be scared if they’re being fed a poor diet or are startled awake, sick, or just easily, naturally scared.
I’ll explain each of these reasons in detail throughout this article and then give you tips on how to get your hamster to trust you. Keep reading to learn more.
Reasons Your Hamster Might Be Scared of You
We’ve already discussed the most common reasons that your hamster might be scared of you. Now, however, let’s take a closer look at each one.
You Just Adopted It, So It’s Still Getting Used to a New Home
A recently adopted hamster will take some time to adjust to its new surroundings.
Think about how you’d react if you were placed in a home you didn’t recognize with people you haven’t ever met before. It would be terrifying.