Hamsters are tiny, loveable creatures, and they have different characteristics depending on their breed. Like any animal, hamsters also have differences according to their gender: male or female. When choosing a pet, it’s essential to know how the different genders behave and if they need special attention. Male and female hamsters differ in their physical …
One minute your hamster is bright-eyed and bushy-furred, scurrying around its cage, but the next minute you find it lying lifeless. How could this happen? Why was your tiny furball so active before dying? A variety of factors can cause sudden death in hamsters. Most likely, the hamster was at the end of its lifespan. …
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, …
Nothing sounds better than hitting the road with your best furry friend. Whether you’re traveling short or long distances, having your hamster tag along shouldn’t feel like a burden. Luckily, there are ways to have your fluffy buddy travel without traumatizing it. Here are nine easy tips to make traveling with your hamster easy and …
Tiny, furry, and inquisitively fun, hamsters are the picture of pet perfection and the choice pet for more than 1.6 million households across the United States. They stay clean by self-grooming, but when your hamster gets something stuck in its coat, looks messy, or starts to smell bad, a bath may be the first thing …
After dogs and cats, hamsters rank pretty high on the list of popular pets in the US, and they’re pretty equally distributed from New York to California. Their popularity stems largely from their appeal as a kind of “starter” pet– they don’t live for decades, don’t need tons of attention and maintenance, and don’t take …
Hamsters are some of the most popular small pets in the United States, as they’re adorable, furry, and slightly less prone to biting than gerbils. But many first-time hamster owners might wonder, “How often should I hold my hamster?” You should hold your hamster every day to develop a bond with it. However, it’s crucial …
Hamsters have got to be some of the cutest pets in the world – their tiny paws and snoots make them almost irresistible. Because of this, it is natural that you will want to give them the best possible care money can buy. They are generally known to be cheap pets for kids and beginners, …
Hamsters are tiny animals that make adorable pets, but they’re also known for being nocturnal and particularly afraid of humans. Such is not always the case, though, because, with proper practice, hamsters can learn to snuggle and get used to human touch. Here are some of the ways you can get your hamster to sleep …