Hamsters are extremely cute and entertaining pets. They do funny and adorable things that we can’t get enough of all the time! One such thing is cage climbing, also called monkey barring. You might think that monkey barring is just another entertaining thing your hamster is doing. However, monkey barring can also be indicative of …
Darkness is what feeds your hamster’s soul and body. It reconnects them to their wild side and helps them determine when it’s time to be up and active. Now you may be wondering, should I cover my hamster’s cage during the day if that is the case? There’s more to the answer than a simple …
You might have heard or seen some people using toilet paper as hamster bedding and wondered if it’s safe. This is a concern because things that are designed for humans are not generally safe for animals. To clear your confusion, toilet paper in the USA is safe for hamsters as long as it doesn’t contain …
Hamsters are small, adorable, furry creatures that are fun to keep as pets. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about what you can and can’t feed your hamster, especially regarding Timothy hay and other grass hay (like orchard grass). In fact, many people aren’t even sure why they should feed their hamster hay at all! Hamsters …
Hamsters are tough creatures. This is because they are used to munching on all kinds of things in the wild. They can easily digest various nuts, seeds, or even insects. Nuts can be a quick and convenient source of energy for your hamster. However, peanut butter may contain other ingredients that shouldn’t be consumed often. …
Anyone who has had the opportunity to care for a furry little hamster in their lives understands just how wholesome, rewarding, and comforting a relationship with a small rodent can be. Although caring for a pet hamster is usually much cheaper and easier than caring for a larger animal like a dog or a cat, …
Thinking of getting a hamster? It’s important to do some research before you get one. You should know what to feed your hamster, what kind of cage to purchase, and what bedding to use. You should also be aware of their nocturnal as well as solitary nature. In this article, let’s discuss the different types …
Taking care of a pet not only gives a person a sense of responsibility but the satisfaction brought when the pet is healthy and gives the person all its love and emotional support. The relationship benefits both ways: pets get someone to take care of them, while humans get the companionship they crave for. Pets …
You’ve been noticing strange behavioral changes in your furry friend. Maybe you’re trying to change their sleeping schedule and meddle in their routine too much. Hamsters aren’t accustomed to living in stressful situations. Hence, if you’re wondering how to put a hamster to sleep, you’ve come to the right place. Can You Change a Hamster’s …
For first-timers, seeing their hamster eating its bedding is utterly strange, and it should be. What makes them frown is the concern that their hamster might fall sick. What they don’t understand is that hamsters don’t eat their bedding because they are hungry. Instead, what appears as eating is a common behavior in hamsters called …