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Dwarf hamsters must be 4 weeks of age to be picked up, do NOT touch the babys at all before then or the mother will "protect" her young by eating her baby.

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Can you pick up your 2 week old hamsters?

Yes you may.


Are dwarf hamsters and Chinese hamsters the same?

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How old do baby hamsters have to be before you can pick them up?

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How old does a baby dwarf hamster half to be to pick them up?

It has to be about 3-4 weeks old, then you can hold them.


Do dwarf hamsters like being picked up?

Yes


Do dwarf hamsters bite?

Answer 1YES!!! I have one and he bites me everytime i pick him up. Answer 2They tend to bite quite a bit compared to other breeds of hamsters. Russian Dwarf Hamsters in particular Answer 3They do bite but they only do it because they are scared and if your woried it might hurt well don't it doesn't hurt at all its like a little pinch


Do hamsters die if you pick them up to much?

No


Why is your regular hamster beating up your dwarf hamster?

Dwarf hamsters and regular hamsters often fight, if they're both males that will make it worse. But I dont know how to stop it.


How much do dwarf hamsters weigh up to?

Dwarf hamsters typically weigh between 1-2 ounces (28-56 grams) when fully grown. The specific weight can vary slightly depending on the species and individual genetics, but this is a general range for most dwarf hamsters.


How do you pick up a dwarf hamster?

with your hands


At about what age do dwarf hamsters die?

Dwarf hamsters have an average lifespan of 2-3 years.