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Hamsters are not a filthy rat, they can be very cuddly critters. With the right care, they can be an amazing companion!
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Why a Hamster is a Great Pet!

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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HAMSTERS

AND WHY THEY'RE GREAT PETS!
Hamsters are not a filthy rat, they can be very cuddly critters. With the right care, they can be an amazing companion!
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DIETING CHART FOR CHEESECAKE (AVERAGE YOUNG SYRIAN)

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DOMESTIC HAMSTER SPECIES

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TAMING HAMSTERS

HAMSTERS NEED TO BE TAME TO BE HANDLED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS.
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A NEW AND/OR SCARED HAMSTER CAN:

  • Bite or nip
  • Eat very little
  • Not use wheel
  • Drink very little
  • Not use chews or toys
  • Hide and burrow most of the time
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When In its new home, hamsters will need at least 3 days without human contact to reduce the risk of extreme stress and stress related illnesses. At least 3 inches of bedding is required for the well being of the hamster and provide hiding places.

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STEPS FOR TAMING A HAMSTER

  • Put food between your fingers and see if the hamster takes it.
  • Put healthy treats on your hand and see if the hamster goes on your hand.
  • Try to cup the hamster and lift it a few inches off the ground.
  • Take the hamster to a bathtub to bond with him/her.
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TIPS FOR TAMING

  • Take it slow
  • Do not advance to the next step until the hamster is comfortable with the previous steps
  • Do not use all the treats at once
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SOON ENOUGH, YOU'LL BE FROM THIS...

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TO THIS!

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TAMING DIFFICULTy FROM 1-10

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CAGES

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Sure, these cages look like a good hamster home to humans, but for hamsters, it's too small and can stress a new hamster. The minimum cage size is 360 square inches for all species. Crittertrail cages are only suitable as an add-on and shouldn't be the only habitat.

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CAGE OPTIONS..

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BIN CAGES

WITH A LITTLE MESH AND SCREWS, A BIN CAGE IS A GOOD OPTION.
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FISH TANKS

THEY LOOK MODERN AND MATCH UP WITH ANY HOME
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DIY CAGES

CAN BE CUSTOMIZED TO ANY SIZE AND STYLE
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ALL THESE CAGES CAN MEET THE MINIMUM

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WHEELS

GOOD AND BAD
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WIRE/MESH

THEY CAN CATCH LIMBS AMD CAUSE BUMBLED FOOT
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WHEEL SIZES|| IF THE WHEEL CAUSE THE BACK TO ARCH AT ALL-HEALTH PROBLEMS

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BEDDING

THE RIGHT BEDDING IS NEEDED, NOT THE CHEAPEST BEDDING
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HAMSTERS,

ESPECIALLY NEW ONES NEED AT LEAST 3 INCHES TO BURROW AND HIDE
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PINE OR CEDAR SHAVINGS

ARE DUSTY (CAUSING BREATHING PROBLEMS) AND HAVE CHEMICALS
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ASPEN AND PAPER BASED BEDDING

IS OKAY, AND SHOULDN'T BE AN ISSUE
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NEVER BUY COTTON-LIKE

NESTING MATERIAL, THEY CAN GET TANGLED EVERYWHERE AND CHOKE.
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RIPPED UP TOILET PAPER

IS AN OKAY NESTING MATERIAL, BUT NOT A PRIMARY BEDDING
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FOOD

MAKE SURE YOU GET GOOD SEED MIXES
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HAZEL HAMSTER

THIS IS A PICTURE OF A GOOD SEED MIX
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PEANUTS

OBVIOUSLY NOT AN OPTION
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MIXES MUST HAVE

  • At least. 16% protein
  • Lower sugar content
  • Not too much fruit (sugary)
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HAMSTERS WILL TRY TO COVER THEIR FOOD

TO KEEP IT SAFE
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NEVER FEED CITRUS FRUITS

THIS IS A NO NO!
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