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Yes, hamsters have a very good sense of smell they can smell better than humans. Hope this helps! =)

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Yes they can. Syrian Hamsters have scent glands on their sides near their hips and can smell each other. They are very territorial.

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Up to 30 feet away depending on its breed

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