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Hamster Health
Hamsters are so small that sickness and injuries can rapidly become severe. Symptoms of illness may include inactivity, sneezing, ruffled coat, loss of appetite, diarrhea and wheezing. It is important to keep the hamster warm if not seeing a vet.
310 Questions
What would a hard lump be on the left side of your jawline?
A swollen lymph node most likely. Probably due to recent illness or allergies.
What does it mean when you found blood in your girl hamsters bedding?
She might have an infection and need to see a vet. I have a hamster who did that, then did it again two weeks later, we did not take her to the vet, and she is still fine. We have not seen her bleed again. It might be an infection, or she might be longing for a mate.
Can hamsters chew on sticks from outside?
I would not try it stick with getting them from the pet store there are tons of cool chew toys there this is coming from a hamster owner and breeder
Sorry, for the bad news. I had to go through this too. It is a tumour. It may be possible to treat by a vetrenarian. The growth can be removed but it may cost you up to $300 (not including visit fee $40-95) and even then it is not guarenteed that the hamster will survive. Your hamster could die the next day. My advice is to think about this long and hard. Its a risk to take if you really love your hamster.
What does it mean when your dwarf hamster has a lump on its neck?
It is proabably a sore. Does it live with other hamsters? If not, you should definentally get it checked.
My hamsters eye lids look swollen. How do i help her without going to the vet?
The best course of action is to take it immediately to the vets, it could be
a very bad case.
Why is one of my hamsters eyes closed?
its sleeping and it keeps one of its eyes open to see if predators are coming around the corner or it has a infection.
Does it matter if your Russian Dwarf Hamster has long nails?
Yes, it matters if your Russian Dwarf hamster has long nails since it gets dirty,can break and even hurt your hamster.If you want, you should go to the vet and get your hamster's nails trimmed. If you cant afford to pay for the vet, since vets cost a lot of money, get a nail clipper made for small animals and then cut your hamster's nails. But, you should ask a professional first.
What foods should you avoid when you have bad cholesterol?
Foods high in saturated fat, trans-fats and cholesterol. Red meat (and yes, pork is a red meat), fried foods, butter, margarine, cream cheese, sour cream, fat-laden cheese and other fat-laden dairy products all tend to be high in the following substances.
Hydrogenated oils (containing trans-fats) can show up in pretty much any processed food, french fries, packaged cookies and snack foods, processed breads, donuts and the like. Read the ingredients label of any packaged food before you purchase it- anything listing a "hydrogenated" or "partially-hydrogenated" oil contains trans-fats-- though the FDA will allow such products containing up to .5 grams of trans-fats to list it as "0 grams". When eating out, assume the worst- any fried food, any donut, any bread contains hydrogenated oils unless you find otherwise. It's probably best to skip fast food altogether anyways if you're looking to improve your health.
Whole eggs are also high in cholesterol, and should be consumed in moderation. While a single egg a day (containing 70% of a day's cholesterol) might not significantly impact cholesterol levels, it's very easy to end up consuming 3 to 4 in a dish of scrambled eggs or other foods- and consuming almost three times your daily value in cholesterol is not going to be helpful.
Instead, choose a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and good fats. Get your protein from fish, soy, non-fat dairy, and other lean meats (such as skinless chicken and turkey). Switch to oils high in monounsaturated fats such as olive or canola oil. Also try to consume plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, either from fish or from a supplement. Aim for at least 1 gram of omega-3s a day from DHA and EPA (the types of omega 3s found in fish). 3 grams of fish oil (3 standard capsules) should be enough to help you reach your target. Regular cardiovascular exercise can also help to improve your cholesterol levels.
What happens if you give carbonated water to a hamster?
If you give your hamster carbonated water , it is not SERIOUS. It can cause a little tummy ache to the hamster and he might not want to eat for a couple of hours, but otherwise he/she should be fine. Try not to give it carbonated water often though.
When do hamsters stop going into heat or do thay stop and if so when?
Syrian hamster come into heat every 4 days. When she gets to around 12 month old she will stop, as this is the average breeding life of the female.
yes of course. the lingering energy is still there and the filth. Clean It !!!!!! plus your critter will feel a LOT more clean and happy!!
What does it mean when a hamsters screams?
When a hamster screams, it could mean three feelings: scared, hurt, or surprised. My hamster went out in the sunlight for the first time and squealed loudly; he was surprised! A hurt or scared hamster might have fallen off of a table and screamed after that.
Can hamsters get blinded by flash photography?
Well this is something people don't often think about... It wont exactly blind the hamster but it can damage its eyesight and scare it badly!! I would suggest put your camera on "flower photography" and put your hamster in a spot that isn't too dark or bright. It will make the perfect Christmas Card!
3 years is about the maximum for hamsters but most of them expire at 2 years of age.
Why does baby hamsters eyes open the one day and the next days its close?
As far as I'm concerned, baby hamsters should NOT do this!
What kinds of food do short haired hamsters eat?
They're diet consists of sunflower seeds, alfalfa, corn, etc. For more information, click the link below.
Do hamsters have to go into quarrantine?
It depends on where you are going. But usually, yes. The hamster may have a disease that people won't want going cross country, it is part of protecting the habitat of countries. Even if is very unlikely the hamster has a disease, if it is expected that it has then tests may be run on the hamster to make sure it is healthy and can pass across. People may be suspicious though if you are taking your hamster on a holiday, but if you are moving, then of course the hamster would come with you.
Why is your hamster stumbling around with eyes closed and falling over as she walks?
Mine did that and we just gave it some food and it was fine :)
Yes you can, But I would leave that up to a vet. If anything is broken you could set it wrong or wrap it too tight and restrict circulation. In most cases, it is unnecessary though.
Do Chinese dwarf hamsters at petsmart live for 3-5 years?
Pretty Much. Yes They Do, Because of Where they were born is a VERY HEALTHY PLACE! Robo Dwarfs Live for 2 -4 years! I have 1 robo female i had for 3 months. And my two chinese dwarfs for 3 and 4 months
How do you just bath a hamster's eye with warm water?
If you are just bathing your hamster then make sure it's not to hot or to cold and make sure it's not to high. You must bath it in a sink. Also when you remove your hamster from the sink make sure you dry it well else it might catch a cold.
Now you are asking how to bath a hamster's eyes. First you get a bowl and put in warm water add a little salt, but not loads else you can blind your hamster. After that you get a cotton wall bud or ball. As long as your gentle it can be ever but if you are worried then use a cotton ball. Then hold your hamster. Maybe someone else could hold it if it's easier. Gently go under its eye slowly about 5 times. That should do. If you fell it needs doing more then maybe you should think about doing it once every week until it looks better.
