okay so this is what i do i give her and r a handful but she doesn't eat all of its but she eats most of it. so the next day the little that is left i throw out. i fill it up. i fill the water with fresh water every day and the cage every week and play with her every day. that's what makes a good relationships.
You should rinse it out with water every morning when you feed and water him or her. If you see any mould then immediately bin that water bottle and buy another one. They're only like one pound from pets at home.
Every 3,4 days it depends how low it is but you have to change it at least once a week.
Change the water in it everyday. Don't wait for the hamster/s to drink it up before refilling.
Very often, since it's not ventilated like a wire cage. You should get rid of the wet bedding every day and clean it completely with soap once a week.
Depending on if you are an adult or not, Syrian hamsters are usually docile and great for families with kids or first-timers. However, all hamster are all the same when it comes to management. Panda hamsters, such as the one I own, are like cats and will clean themselves. (Syrian hamsters include/are like panda, golden, and teddy bear hamsters.) But, all hamsters urinate, excrete, and can be a little rowdy, depending on the breed. Do a little research and find what hamster would fit your needs/wants. But, overall, Syrian/panda hamsters are great pets who, for the most part, don't smell to much if the cage is cleaned with warm water and unscented dish soap> (It works for my hammy!) Just be sure you keep up with your duties and Have a happy Hammy!
It depends what your cleaning it with. You cant just clean it with water and hope its clean. You can go to a pet store and buy a small animal safe cage cleaner. Its smells really good. Also you can bathe your hamsters (even though people say not too) witha small animal shampoo that a pet store sells. Just make sure your dry them completely with a blow dryer ASAP after washing them. It could also be their diet.
weekly 10 - 20% water changes
Go to your local pet store, & Look for DryTail.. Once you have it, clean your hamsters water out, re-fill & add about 4-8drops of DryTail to the water, depending on your hamster type/weight. (Box & bottle tell the amount)
NO, hamsters in the wild have never been known to install showers in their homes. On the serious side however. Hamsters are generally able to keep themselves clean and groomed and need only be washed in emergencies when they get particularly dirty or are in need of treatment for mites or something like that.
Yes, there should. A hamsters water needs changing every day.
Flush them through with a solution of sodium meta-bisulphate, followed by clean water.
As a pet owner you are required by law to provied shelter, water and food. It really doesn't have to be a dispenser, but they are much easier to keep topped up and clean than a bowl of water would be.
no you change it once a week
Soda fountain dispenser heads can be removed and soaked in soapy water. I recommend soaking for a couple of hours to remove the sticky residue. Rinse well and reinsert. Do NOT use bleach as it breaks down the plastic and you will be replacing parts quite often.
Take the dispenser water bottle and pour in 1/2 gallon of vinegar. Re attach the bottle to the dispenser and run all of the vinegar through the machine and into a bucket. Discard, and run a gallon of water through the system to clean out all the remaining vinegar. Next, Fill a spray bottle with half water, half vinegar and a squirt of natural, non toxic dish soap. Spray this mixture on the dispenser anywhere there is build up of dirt/grime. Leave for 5-10 minutes and wipe clean. This method is non toxic and chemical free!
A water dispenser is a machine that automatically dispenses cold, hot or room temperature water. Generally, there are two specific types of water dispenser. These are the bottle-less water dispenser and bottled water dispenser. The difference between these dispensers is that bottle-less water dispenser is usually plumbed into an existing water line and dispenses the water using a step-by-step process of filtration. Bottled water dispensers are usually large water bottles that are normally 3 or 5 gallon bottles used to dispense the water. What should you look for in a water dispenser? ❖ If you’re planning on purchasing your own water dispenser that dispenses hot water, it is recommended that you buy water dispenser that features child safety spigot lever in order to avoid accident burns while pressing the lever. It is best to get a water dispenser that features spigots with levers rather than push-button, because push-button dispensers have the tendency to stick in position. ❖ Also, search for a water dispenser that uses a spill-free system that will puncture and interlock the bottle. It should also have a spill- free cap. Using this kind of water dispenser will guarantee you no water is spilled while placing the water bottle on top of the dispenser. Choosing a water dispenser that does not have a spill free system will give you difficulty to flip an open water bottle on top of the water dispenser. ❖ You can also search for a water dispenser that has high-quality tubing inside of the dispenser. Avoid those water dispensers that have cheap tubing, because these often make your water taste bad. ❖ Choose a water dispenser that suits your taste. Water dispensers come with different colors and finishes, such as white, black or stainless steel. It also varies in size, which includes counter-top modes or the more popular floor model. Most of all, buy a water dispenser that offers a warranty. Choose wisely in buying your own water dispenser. You may also try asking some of your friends or family that use a water dispenser. They may give you an idea about what brand of water dispenser is good.
Fridges which dispense water are a great value. They often include an ice dispenser with crushed and cubed ice options. This eliminates the need for a water cooler or storing ice in ones freezer.
Never put a hamster in water to clean them. It can kill oils they need to survive. Hamsters can clean themselfs but if you feel like you need to clean them, you can get hamster wipes and lightly wipe then or let them play in chichilla sand, not chinchilla dust though.
Hamsters groom themselves so don't need washing. Water kills hamsters so keep them dry all of the time! If your hamster smells, check it has a clean cage (clean cage every 4-5 days)
Water coolers are very heavy and can weigh upwards of 60-80lbs without water. A 5 gallon jug of water weighs 40-50lbs and can be awkward to lift with out help. It is always best to clean the cooler once a month when you when you are doing a bottle change.
Yes hamster can drink tap water but I might purify it first