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Is Aspen bedding okay for hamsters?
Aspen bedding is safe for hamsters as it is non-toxic and odor-absorbent. It also allows hamsters to burrow and create tunnels. However, some hamsters may be allergic to aspen bedding, so it's important to monitor your hamster for any signs of allergies or irritation.
Why are Chinese dwarf hamsters allergic to pine bedding?
Pine bedding can increase respiratory problems in hamsters.
What do hamsters sleep with?
Dwarf hamsters - each other and on suitable hamster bedding. Syrian - on their own and on suitable hamster bedding.
Why does your hamsters bedding stick to the bottom of her cage?
Because when hamsters poo or wee on their bedding it gets pressed down and squashed! Xx
Why do hamsters have saw dust in their cages?
saw dust is something that lots of people use as bedding. I use saw dust for my hamsters bedding!
What type of bedding do hamsters use?
all of them
Is newspaper toxic to hamsters?
Yes, newspaper ink can be toxic to hamsters if ingested, so it is not recommended as bedding material. It's best to use safe bedding options for hamsters like aspen shavings, paper-based bedding, or commercial hamster bedding from pet stores.
What type of bedding do dwarf hamsters need?
Dwarf hamsters typically do well with bedding made of paper-based materials like paper pellets or shredded paper. Avoid using cedar or pine shavings as they can be harmful to hamsters' respiratory systems. Make sure the bedding is at least a few inches deep to allow for burrowing and nesting.
What bedding can your hamster have?
Hamsters can have only wood shaving bedding. This is because with paper bedding, they will eat it, store it in their cheeks and get an infection. While most wood shaving beddings are okay, you want to stay away from cedar bedding. Cedar bedding irritates the hamster's skin and causes hair loss. Aspen bedding is definitely safe for the hamster to use.
When do change a hamsters bedding?
Usually on a weekly basis.
Why do hamsters stuff their mouths?
Hamsters stuff there mouths to store food (but they do not eat the food) but they save it for later or they move it to a different place. If your talking about stuffing it's bedding (hay, fluff or shredded paper) they normally do it to cover them self to go to sleep because they can't just pick up the bedding and cover themselves, they have to get comfortable then place the fluff on top of them.
Can hamsters die from fiber bedding?
yes it can block their airways and organs give them shredded paper bedding
