Hamsters

Winter White Russian hamsters are well known for changing their coat in winter. As the name suggests, they go white in winter (it's used as camouflage against the snow in the wild) and during summer they go brown (to blend in with their background after the snow has melted).

Hamsters and guinea pigs do not experience jealousy in the same way humans do. They may exhibit behaviors such as vocalizing or behaving territorially if they feel threatened or stressed by the presence of another animal, but this is not necessarily driven by jealousy. It is important to provide each animal with their own space, resources, and attention to prevent any negative interactions.

Other than the hamster resembling a miniature guinea pig, they have nothing in common. A hamster is a rodent whose native habitat is a desert and the guinea pig is not a rodent. Hamsters are able to hold food in their two front paws, but guinea pigs can't do this. Hamsters actually have more individual toes than guinea pigs do. You have to periodically trim guinea pig nails, whereas you do not have to do that with hamsters.

There are several reasons why a hamster may be shaky or wobbly, including old age, illness, stress, or hypoglycemia. It is important to observe your hamster's behavior closely, provide a quiet and comfortable environment, and consult a vet if the symptoms persist or worsen.

It ultimately depends on personal preference and lifestyle. Guinea pigs are social animals that require more space and time compared to hamsters. Hamsters are more independent and require less social interaction but are also nocturnal creatures. Both pets can make great companions with proper care and attention.

It depends on how long they have been dead. If they just died, they look just like they do when they are alive. After a bit they become stiff and lose body heat. Basically, they will be cool and hard if you touch them. If you are concerned your hamster may be dead, they best thing to do is try to gently roll it with your finger. If he is just sleeping, he will probably jump up pretty quick.

"No. Are trying to kill the poor thingy???" In response to your question, the former is absolutely, positively FALSE. I happen to be a neuroscientist who studies the effects of ALCOHOL on circadian rhythms/sleep in the SYRIAN HAMSTER, a common domestic breed. We have found that PER GRAM OF BODY WEIGHT, hamsters consume FIFTY TIMES MORE alcohol than the average, 165 lb. human male. This finding has been televised in an interview on Manswers (see: http://www.spike.com/video/which-animal-can/3067779 ) and similar work was published today in the American Journal of Physiology: "Chronic ethanol attenuates circadian photic phase-resetting and alters nocturnal activity patterns in the hamster." While reading the publication, you can do the calculations yourself!

Hamsters can eat small amounts of certain types of apples such as Granny Smith or Fuji apples. It's important to remove any seeds, as they can be a choking hazard, and ensure the apple is fresh and washed thoroughly before feeding it to your hamster. Offer apples as an occasional treat in moderation.

Female hamsters may exhibit this behavior for a few reasons. It could be a sign of excitement or stress, a way to play and explore their environment, or a form of exercise to maintain their physical health. It's important to observe the hamster's body language and overall behavior to determine the exact reason behind this dancing or darting movement.

As long as a hamster has a wheel in its cage it can exercise when it wants to. You can also put it in its ball for around 15 minutes each day for additional exercise.

great answer but what i dont get is that i have 2 wheels and a ball bu only actually fills them up with sawdust and goes in its ball instead what should i do if he only goes in his ball? should i give him more excercise?

Natural selection. Imagine the hamster's earlier ancestors as having tails. Imagine a group of them moving into a new environment where having a tail might no longer be beneficial. The proto-hamsters do not require it for heat exchange any more, nor do they require it for balance. So since a tail requires energy to grow, it means a shorter tail is an advantage, the proto-hamsters with shorter tails become the ones slightly more likely to breed and pass on those short tail genes.

Over many years, the hamster has become what we know it as today. The useless tail has degenerated into a useless stump, small enough that the energy used to grow it does not have any effect on an individual hamster's survival. This is why useless or 'vestigial' body parts don't disappear altogether.

Yes, hamsters are capable climbers and may be able to climb glass surfaces to some extent. However, they are not particularly adept at climbing smooth, vertical surfaces like glass when compared to other materials like wire or bars. It's important to provide appropriate climbing opportunities and refrain from placing a hamster in situations where they may fall and get injured.

It is not recommended to feed hamsters tropical trail mix as it often contains dried fruits high in sugar and nuts that may be too hard for their digestive system. Stick to a diet of specially formulated hamster food, fresh vegetables, and occasional small treats like plain cheerios or sunflower seeds.

Around £10, that's how much I bought mine for.

There is a risk of them fighting if you put two girl hamsters and one girl rat in the same cage. Hamsters are solitary animals and may become territorial, while rats are social animals that can get along with other rats but not necessarily with hamsters. It is best to house them separately to prevent any potential conflicts or injuries.

A hamster loves to get a treat like a piece of apple, carrot, or lettuce but it should be given as a treat and not a regular diet. If a hamster is given too much fresh veggies or fruits, it will get diarrhea become dehydrated and die. Also, a hamster really enjoys small beetles or crickets, but as above, not too much. A regular diet of alfalfa pellets or hamster mix is best.

When i chose my hamster i researched it and i found that males are friendlier than the females. They can only be housed with hamsters from the same litter though.

No, guinea pigs cannot eat hamster or gerbil food, because they're not hamsters or gerbils. Guinea pigs can eat guinea pig food that doesn't contain any seeds, nuts, grains, milk or coloured bits.

Some signs that your hamster may be having trouble getting something out of its cheek pouch include excessive drooling, pawing at its mouth, and appearing unable to close its mouth. If you notice these symptoms, it's best to take your hamster to a veterinarian for evaluation and possible treatment.

Yes, hamsters can eat the seeds in strawberries. However, it is recommended to offer strawberries in moderation due to their high sugar content, and it's best to remove the seeds to prevent choking hazards.

yes you can touch the baby hamsters just dont let the mom hamster see you touching them distract the mother by giving it a meaty treat if the mother cacthes you touching her babys then you will not be able to put back baby hamster it will get eaten if you see the mother hamster biting the baby its not biting its just trying to move the baby hamster it cant move the baby by pushing it

No, dwarf hamsters do not intentionally eat their own paws. If a hamster is seen chewing on its paws, it may be due to stress, boredom, or a health issue such as a skin irritation or injury. It is important to monitor the hamster closely and consult a vet if necessary.

it probably has an abcess in its eye, and you should go to the vet ASAP. the least that could happen is the eye could be taken out. if you don't want to do that to your hamster, or put him through any pain, and you don't take him to the vets, then it is a criminal offence to keep him the way he is. he could be in a lot of pain already and can probably not see through that eye any more, so when you take him to the vet, you will be relieving him of the pain. this will n ot effect him, with only one eye, as hamsters have very poor vision as it is.

If your hamster is bitten by a cat, it's important to seek veterinary care immediately. The wound may require cleaning, antibiotics to prevent infection, and pain management for the hamster. Keep the hamster in a safe, quiet environment during recovery.