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A hamster usually won't eat her babies unless if it is ill and/or dying. The mother may also eat her baby if anyone has touched it. If you touch a baby the mother will smell an un-natural scent and the first thing she'll think is 'danger'. A hamster.. in this case.. will either abandon the baby or eat it to keep her other babies safe.

If you have a pregnant hamster; DO NOT pick up the babies when they are born (even though its hard to resist). It'd probably be best if you left the mother and her babies alone for a while. When you clean the cage, work around the mom. You don't want to disturb or distress her in any way.

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Can a spider bite a hamster?

It is unlikely for a spider to bite a hamster as they are usually kept indoors in enclosed cages. Additionally, most spiders are not aggressive towards animals larger than themselves. If a spider were to bite a hamster, it may cause irritation or a small puncture wound.


Why did your hamster bite you and drew blood?

Hamsters may bite if they feel threatened or scared, or if they mistake your hand for food. Make sure to handle your hamster gently and provide proper training to reduce biting behavior in the future. If your hamster continues to bite, it's best to consult with a veterinarian for further advice.


How do you know if a bear hamster bites?

Your acutally not going to know. Just move slow when going to pick them up and not startle them or back them into a corner or they will bite. Usually when they bite its more of a warning rather than to draw blood. If your wondering how to choose one from a store, ask to hold it first. It may bite but eventually it will get used to you and start to like you.


Do hamster bites hurt?

No. You should never punish your hamster. They are not going to listen to you if you punish them. I hope you weren't going to hit her/him for biting you. Trust me, they will like you if clean their cage often, give them fresh water everyday and healthy food.


Which hamster is least likely to bite?

Syrian hamsters are generally known to be least likely to bite, as they are more docile and less prone to aggression compared to other hamster breeds. It's important to remember that each hamster has its own personality, so proper handling and care can also play a role in reducing the likelihood of being bitten.

Related Questions

If a hamster bites one time will it bite again?

a hamster will only bite if you provoke it


Does child need tetanus after hamster bite?

No, unless the hamster has rabies. if the hamster is a household pet, then no. Hamsters rarely bite, anyway.


How do you get my hamster in its hamster ball?

Place it in. If it bite were gloves


What are the signs of a nervous hamster?

If a hamster is scared or nervous it may bite you.


What happens if we din't consult doctor when hamster bite?

Nothing. Unless the hamster is sick, your bite is just the same as any regular cut.


What happens if we didn't consult doctor when hamster bite?

Nothing. Unless the hamster is sick, your bite is just the same as any regular cut.


Do robovoski hamsters bite?

well no and yes, if you make any hamster mad or unhappy they might bite if your hamsters ears are laid back ( not from just waking up) then you might want to leave your hamster alone. If your hamster is making a chittering nose then your or any hamster is annoyed also hamster rarely bite unless they are new to your home.


How can you tell if your hamster is going to bite you cause sometimes my hamster nibbles on me but I'm not sure if it's going to bite should I pull out my hand I have a robo dwarf hamster?

You can tell if its slepping right well if its slepping itll bite you bother it in its sleep


What do you do if hamster starts to bite babies?

get it out of the house


What are hamsters that don't bite called?

a hamster


How do you tell if the hamster is about to bite?

it opens its mouth?..................................


Why Hamster bite me but Hamster sleep on hand sometime?

Hamsters usually bite when they are nervous or scared. It's not usually anything personal, they are just jumpy.