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Can humans get head lice from hamsters?

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When you get your hamster, it should already be healthy and clean. When your hamster gets lice, that means they got it from you or any of your friends or family.

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Some types of lice can pass from animals.

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No hamsters can not get lice.

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Can hamsters get head lice from a human?

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Can a hamster get head lice?

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Can dogs get head lice?

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How do humans get infected by head lice?

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How do you get head lice out of hair?

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Does Head Lice Live in Grass?

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