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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.

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Do hamsters bite their babies heads off?

If your hamster bit her baby's head off it means she's stressed or the baby was weak and wouldn't make it.

Why does my hamster have mites or something different?

It may be mites since they can get them sometimes. If they are very small like the dot a pencil would make and move around that is probably what they are.

Show a picture of female hamster from male hamster.?

here is a picture of a hamster diagram showing what a male and female hamster looks like hope u have a girl because girls are less aggressive and only females have nipples

No way, a hamster expert said boys are better, only get a girl to breed

I've had one boy ( sadly not with us any more) and i currently have a girl. the boy was definatly more easy to catch and handle.

Eh, depends.Different hamsters have different personalities. You don't need a hamster expert to tell you, it's just THEIR oppinion.

same way you can tell if a dog is a boy or a girl

Do baby hamsters bite?

yes As someone who has been on the wrong end of a hamsters teeth I can most definitely tell you yes they do.

What are signs of a 12 day pregnant hamster?

  • You will see her belly to bubble up and she will be making a nest in the corner of her cage.
  • She will start hoarding food and begin taking it to her nest.
  • She will be more protective over there and her belongings such as her nest and food.

Can you use dryer fluff as hamster bedding?

i wouldn't recommend using dryer lint as it can contain chemicals and trash.

Why does your hamster have a ball on its butt?

It may be the male hamsters testies or if it is female it may be a tumor.

What does it mean when a hamster stores her food?

Hamsters are natural hoarders and are notorious for stockpiling food. They are very possessive and protective of their food hoard. It is a natural and instinctive behavior inherited from their wild ancestors.

Is biscuit a nice name for a Russian dwarf hamster?

I like the name Biscit. But all that matters is if you like it or not because it's your hamster.

How much would it cost to get a hamsters nails clipped?

For me it took 21$ but it depends also it took me a month to find a vet who had courage to do it many of the vets said I'm sorry we can't do it because the nails are too small, we might clip the finger , I hope you find a vet who would do it good luck

Can a hamster live if it fell from 3 feet?

Well... It would depend on what the hamster fell on, and if it fell on a body part wrong. There is many different results.

Is wet tail bad when spread from a hamster to a person?

Wet tail in a hamster is not transferable to a person. When a hamster has wet tail, the main symptom is diarrhea.

Can you give hamsters sugar cane?

No! Stick with veggies like red pepper, cucumber, carrot, broccoli, (etc.)

And fruit like apples once a week with their regular food

What main food do hamsters eat?

In the wild, they feed primarily on seeds, fruits, and vegetation, and will occasionally eat burrowing insects.

Where can you find dri-tail for your hamster?

Please don't use that stuff. All that does is hides the symptoms or it makes wet tail happen. Keep your hamster cage cleaner than usual and give it lots of vegetables and meats.

Can hamsters have ADHD?

Yes they can, but it may be difficult to diagnose.

Is it normal for a hamsters teeth to fall out?

no it isnt, i would check with a vet to be sure that nothings wrong. well actually it is normal for hamsters teehth to fall out. they grow back just like ours do just feed your pet soft food untill then and it should be fine after about a week.

What can you feed mommy hampsters?

A pregnant or lactating hamster needs more fat and protein. You can give her hard boiled egg, bread soaked in milk, sunflower seeds, and if possible, mealworms.

What does it mean when a hamster drags his paws?

It can mean a variety of things. It could have injured its paw or it is really tired. It can also mean that you have an old hamster.

What fruits and vegetables can you give a hamster?

Grapes, carrots, clovers, and celery, as well as melon pieces, berries, and apple are good choices.

Can hamsters eat canned cat food?

No hamsters are not meat eaters they like veggies and little wood sticks you can buy for them to chew on you can also buy treats that are made just for them

What type of food does a horse leeches eat?

Horse Leeches eat snails, Lavae, worms and small insects :) as far as I know.

Can the hamster food get stuck in the food pouch?

yes its possible but the otherday i went to feed my hamster and when i went back in the evening her pouches were still full from when id fed her, i looked onto the internet and it said to stroke their cheek pouches over a basin to try and get them to spit the food out

Hamster eat pear?

Yes, hamsters can eat pears. Make sure the fruit is washed thoroughly, and cut small enough for the hamster to be able to chew.