Anyone who has had experience with cancer – either with themselves, their loved ones, or their pets – can tell you what a horrible disease it is. Unfortunately, even something as small and cute as a hamster isn’t immune to it, either. Hamsters typically have an average lifespan of two to three years, but a …
Hamsters make excellent pets for all ages, and on the surface, it might seem like they’re relatively easy pets to maintain. However, they can have issues like all pets, and unfortunately, biting their cage is no exception to this rule. Your hamster may be biting the cage due to boredom, stress, nervousness, or depression. Hamsters …
Even though they’re small, hamsters can make a lot of noise, and it is even more frustrating when they make a lot of noise at night. So, why does your hamster make so much noise at night, and how can you prevent it? Hamsters make too much noise at night because they’re primarily nocturnal, so …
Hamsters make great furry friends, but just like your pet dog, they will want to get out and explore. All creatures need a change of pace and scenery every once in a while. So just how often should you let your little furball out to play? A hamster should be out of its cage for …
Hamsters are one of the most popular pets in the USA because they are mostly friendly, relatively easy to take care of, and super cute! However, they require a lot of equipment and accessories to be well taken care of and happy. Whether you’re already a hamster owner or looking to become one, you may …
Seeing your little gnawer sick is probably disturbing for all hamster owners. After all, you want it to be as happy and healthy as possible. Thankfully, your adorable rodent will likely make a full recovery with a little bit of care, and a huge part of the care is feeding them the right diet. You …
Getting a hamster can be an exciting experience, especially if you have wanted one for a long time. Unfortunately, the first hamster cuddle can be scary for some first-time hamster parents, especially if you’re scared of being bitten or hurting the tiny furball. Here is how to pick up a hamster when you’re scared: You …
An estimated 1.5 million U.S. households choose a hamster as their family pet. Hamsters are pocket pets that are great for teaching kids about pet ownership. However, when your hamster starts behaving abnormally or cannot ambulate normally, you need to get them evaluated by a veterinarian to rule out life-threatening issues. Your hamster wobbles or …
Hamsters are docile, playful, active, and generally friendly. My hamster, Harvey, for instance, loves playing outdoors inside his exercise ball under the bright San Diego sky. Overall, hamsters are pleasant; that’s why it can be pretty alarming when we find our hamsters acting weird. Your hamster could be acting weird because he’s hungry, scared, stressed, …
Like all rodents, a hamster’s incisors keep growing throughout their lifetime. Therefore, sometimes it can be crucial to provide them with something to chew on or gnaw to help them wear down their ever-growing teeth. However, contrary to popular belief, not any rigid, durable material will do. You can give your hamster non-toxic wood, seagrass, …