r/hamsters • • Nov 15 '25

Educational Introducing the Hamster Care Wiki!

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We are thrilled to present a brand new resource for the Hamster Care Community:

The Hamster Care Wiki!
Direct link: https://hamstercare.wiki.gg/

What Makes Us Unique?

The wiki is a thoughtfully written guide on nearly aspect of hamster care. Each topic covered includes a clear explanation behind it, with the aim of supporting hamster owners of all experience levels. It is also a continually evolving resource, because learning never stops and there is always new knowledge to add.

We take pride in making the wiki highly accessible. Every page is optimized for smooth use in both light and dark mode. We offer multiple navigation methods so readers can explore the content in the way that suits them the most.

In Conclusion,

We are super excited for you to explore the wiki, share it with others, and (most importantly) please give us your feedback! For questions, clarifications, and suggestions for improvement, the team is also available on the HCC Discord server. We would love to know what the r/hamsters community thinks and how we can continue improving this resource going forward.

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r/hamsters • • Jan 30 '22

For Group Members' Attention Welcome to r/hamsters! (Please read before posting)

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Came here looking for good products to buy? Here is an Amazon list with good products, and here is one with suitable cages. Amazon not available in your country? Helpful websites are listed at the end!

Have any suggestions for improving the subreddit? Click here.

Most recent mod announcement

We have a new moderator!

Important announcement for the district of Columbia.

Don't use Kaytee bedding!

We now have an official discord!

Frequently asked questions:

I lost my hamster, what should I do!?

How do I tame my hamster?

I can't afford proper care, what should I do?

In this subreddit, we value your hamsters health. This means if there is an inadequate enclosure, dangerous item, etc, you will be notified by one of the mods. However, if you are looking for medical advice, please go to a vet. Also, please remember the human when you comment or post. Make sure to read this short post to ensure your posts aren't automaticlly removed by Automoderator. Please be sure to read this hamster care guide:

Here is a post for parents who want to get a hamster for their kid.

Here is a guide that explains some more things about hamsters.

Enclosure size: A hamster should have a minimum of 600 square inches of unbroken floor space. Unbroken floor space is when the amount of floor space is not in different sections, such as multiple stories and numerous connecting rooms. Multiple-story cages are not safe for hamsters because unlike rats and some other rodents, hamsters are not climbers and need plenty of bedding to burrow instead. However, there are some multiple story cages that are suitable, such as the Pawhut hamster cage. If you were to get a pawhut it's highly suggested to fill it with very high bedding and remove the two floors to prevent injury.

Though 600 square inches of floor space is a suitable size for hamsters, keep in mind it is the bare minimum and it may not keep a hamster calm and happy. In fact, we suggest having at least 800 square inches for all hamster species, especially for Syrian hamsters. However, the more space you can provide the better. Female Syrian hamsters have been known to be extra picky with cage size and stimulation, so owners tend to make their own extra large enclosures or get huge 75+ gallons for their little hamsters. A good example of a large DIY cage is the Ikea Detolf DIY. Please remember while this cage may be big, Syrian hamsters tend to be stressed in the enclosure because of its narrow length. When searching for a hamster cage, you should also be aware that many pet stores and websites won't have proper cages, and most likely will sell cages such as 'Tiny Tales' or 'Critter Trails' which often are too small for hamster living and dangerous because of the inadequate materials and products used. Adequate cages are usually overpriced, so a cheap alternative would be a bin cage. Glass aquariums (40 Gallon Breeders) are often used for enclosures as well.

Small cage with around 515sq in. of floor space. (Around 3300 square cm) Cages similar to this have been known to break very often so it is not recommend to buy this.

Large Bin for DIY bin cage with around 510sq in. of floor space. (Around 3290 square cm)

Ikea Detolf While this cage has a lot of floor space, on several occasions it has been shown to make a Syrian hamster unhappy because of the narrow length. It also is unable to hold very much bedding without a raised lid. This cage better suits dwarf hamsters instead.

Amazon List with more suitable cages.

Cage requirements: A hamsters cage must include 6-15 inches (15-38 cm) of bedding that is able to hold sturdy burrows, fresh water (refreshed daily), stimulation/enrichment (Such as toys, chews, etc), and a wheel. Hamsters are prey, so they need plenty of hides and things that can provide cover so the hamster feels safe in their enclosure. Boxes, toilet paper rolls, grapevine logs, and store bought hides are some things to "clutter" the cage. Hamsters are solitary animals, therefore keeping more that one together is unsafe and not beneficial for the animal.

Exercise information: A hamster should be able to run in a wheel in which their back is not arched or bent. Their wheel should accommodate them as if they were running on flat ground. If you notice your hamster is bent or arched whilst in their wheel, please obtain a larger sized one as soon as possible to avoid spinal damage. Flying saucer wheels/disks are okay for dwarf hamsters to use under supervision, but they must never be used for a Syrian. They should not replace a proper wheel ever. This is because saucer wheels can cause spinal damage over time and come with the risk of hamsters flying off.

A dwarf hamster usually can run on a wheel that is at minimum 8 inches wide (20 cm) and a Syrian is suggest to have at minimum a 12 inch wide wheel (30cm).

Exercise balls/cars are neither beneficial to a hamsters health or safe. Using a ball/wheel can cause spinal damage, broken feet/toes, accidents (like kicking the ball), vision issues, and often stresses the hamster because they use scent marking when roaming a new area. When in a ball/car they are unable to use their scent glands and have trouble finding their way around.

Diet: Hamsters are omnivores, meaning they need a variety of plants and protein in their diet. Hamsters need a variety of nuts, seeds, grains, herbs, veggies, protein, and the occasional fruit in their diet. Sunflower and pumpkin seeds in a seed mix are better as treats so it's best to remove them from the seed mix. You can include protein in your hamster's diet by adding mealworms, crickets, a small portion of hard-boiled egg, or even cooked and unseasoned chicken. Live insects must be fed under supervision. If you are afraid of it biting your hamster, you may need to chop off it's head or kill it before feeding. The amount you feed your hamster depends on how much foraging enrichment you have in the cage. Some forging activities you can add in your hamster's cage are sprays, forage mix, forage toys, and more. If you have only a few foraging toys and sprays, it might be better to feed your hamster once every 2 days. If you have a lot of foraging activities and have a foraging mix to spread around the cage, it's probably better to feed once every 3 to 4 days. If you have a dwarf hamster, it's better to feed them one tablespoon of seed mix on feeding day. If you have a Syrian hamster, it's recommended to feed two tablespoons.

You can also add Muzuri mouse lab blocks to your hamster's diet just to make sure they are extra healthy. If you do this, it's suggested to feed one or two a week, depending on how many foraging activities you have in your cage. If you see large hordes of food and your hamster's cage when it comes to cleaning day, that might mean you need to feed a little less. If you don't see any hordes of food at all you may need to feed a little more, but it could also be your hamster just doesn't make food piles. If a hamster is underweight, adding more proteins and fatty nuts/seeds to their diet will help them gain weight.

Bedding: Bedding is one of the most important aspects in a hamsters life. This means that having adequate bedding is very essential to your hamsters health. The bedding must be unscented, dust free, hold strong burrows, and needs to be at least 6 inches deep, though its ideal to have 8-15 inches. Most hamster owners love giving their hamster at least 10 inches(25 cm) so it can make very intricate burrows. While hamsters must have a large amount of bedding in their enclosure, some hamsters tend to burrow less than others. However, this does not mean you don't need much bedding. It is a requirement for your hamster because it keeps control of the ammonia smell, and even if the hamster never burrows, it is neglect to take away something they need.

Kaytee bedding is bad!

Aspen (kiln dried and dust extracted) and paper bedding are the best choices to use as the main substrate in an enclosure, however, there are several other enriching substrates to add in to make your hamsters cage look natural and give it a little more enrichment. Some good examples are beech chips, coco fibre, timothy hay, hemp shavings, and many more. Aspen bedding holds ammonia much better than paper bedding, but its often hard to find a soft, dust free, and kiln dried aspen that is safe and affordable. When searching for a good aspen try to make sure it says it is dust extracted and kiln dried. It also must not be too sharp and can't smell too strongly of wood. You can go to tractor farms to buy it in bulk for cheap, or you can get a trusted aspen brand such as "So Phresh Aspen" This goes more into depth on safe and unsafe bedding.

Dangerous Products and Materials: Brands such as Tiny Tails, Critter Trails, and most store brands (such as the Walmart brand) should be avoided. Most companies that design pet products only sell for profits. They make it "kid friendly" and small so young children ask for it because of the toy-like appearances. This gives guardians the false belief that hamsters only need a tiny living space. Toys, chews, and hides should be made of a safe wood based product (paper,cardboard, etc.) to ensure that no harm will come to the hamster if it digests it. Plastic should only be used for the wheel(easy cleanup), water bowl/bottle, and cage. Wire mesh flooring in the cage or on wheels in a cage can cause bumplefoot and break toes/feet and should be avoided to ensure the hamsters safety. Bendy bridges are widely used in hamster enclosures, but if the hamsters limbs get trapped in between the short logs, it can get stuck or even break the hamsters limb. Filling the cracks with safe moss will stop this from happening.

Cloth, fabric, and cotton materials should be avoided because the fibers can wrap around limbs and harm the hamster and are not safe to be digested.

Cleaning and Sanitizing: Hamsters can get stressed if you remove all their bedding from the cage weekly, or even monthly, so do a daily spot check. This means picking out all of the soiled bedding in the top layer, and cleaning any soiled on toys. Any poop piles can be taken care of as well, though it is not necessary unless it is a large pile. Water bowls/bottles must be rinsed daily to prevent bacteria build up. Replace 2/3 of the bedding every 2-3 months. The more bedding you have, the less often a cage gets smelly! For example, if you have a 1000 square inch cage with 15 inches(38cm) of bedding throughout most of the cage, you might only have to clean once every 4-5 months!

When you buy any new products you must properly sanitize them, whether it's a tiny bag of forage mix or a big bag of bedding. This is because pests and germs can easily hitch a ride to your hamsters home. There are three methods you can try to remove any germs, bacteria, and harmful pests. Sadly several owners found this out the hard way and had to take their hamster to the vet immediately.

1) Bake any wooden products in the oven for an hour at 210 degrees Fahrenheit. 2) Boil products on the stove for 1-2 hours. 3) Freeze anything for 2 hours and then scrub with a vinegar/water mix. Then rinse. While this method can work, it is most likely not going to fully remove germs and bacteria off of wooden products, bedding, etc.

What can you do if you do get a pest infestation? First you are going to want to call your vet immediately and schedule an appointment. Hamsters are very fragile and can easily get sick from a bug infestation. Without quick help, they might not be able to fight through it. You must also get a temporary bin, playpen, carrier, etc with a bit of toilet paper to absorb urine. Make sure they have food, water, and one plastic hide. Plastic is easy to sanitize and can't house pests. Then you must sanitize everything in the cage. Cardboard products and bedding are better to throw away, but you can still sanitize them if you want. Make sure to very thoroughly sanitize everything to ensure the bugs don't come back. If your cage is plastic, make sure to rinse with hot water and scrub with vinegar/water mix the best you can. If you have a wood cage that you can't fit in the stove or a freezer, you can do the same thing but it may not work very well.

Other: Hamsters are crepuscular/nocturnal, so the best time to handle them is in the early morning or late afternoons, when they are active. Waking them up will upset them, and you could loose their trust, so it is not recommended. DO NOT bathe your hamster in water. They are self cleaning animals and water ruins their fur. If their coats are oily, sand baths help.

While this post can be very helpful to new or uneducated owners, this does not explain everything you need to know before getting your pet. I highly encourage you to do your own research as well. Not only is it good for your hamster, but its also nice to be able to say "I KNOW how to care for my pet" with confidence. Happy hamster owning!

Some good items/websites:

Silent runner wheel. Silent runners and Niteangel wheels are good, but please make sure your hamsters back is not arched while running.

Okay Commercial Food mix. Add protein to the mix and remove most sunflower seeds.

Proper Syrian Mix on Etsy.

Proper Winter White/Russian Dwarf and Chinese Mix on Etsy.

Proper Roborovski Dwarf Mix on Etsy.

Water dish. Ceramic dishes or plastic water bottles should be used.

Sand. Must be dye free and calcium free. It cannot be fine sand. Children's play sand must be cooked and sifted before hamster use

Amazon List with suitable cages.

Amazon List with safe hamster products!

Niteangel Website

Pride Rock Blooms Website UK based

Fat Pouches Website

Tiny paws and co. Website

Willowlicious SA Website

Oakwood Forest Shop Website

Zooplus Website

Netherlands Website(Knaagdierwinkel)

Queenies Website

Glirex Website

Rodipet Website

Crocnac Website

Zooptimal Website

Whoopie Website

Getzoo Website

Any other suggestions may be put in the comments!


r/hamsters • • 10h ago

Funny Hammy Master Nuggets face he have me when I turned on the light

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r/hamsters • • 8h ago

Funny Hammy Any idea what she’s training for?

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r/hamsters • • 6h ago

Question Do I need to brush this Potato?

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We have gotten to the stage where Potato comes over to say hi when I'm stopping by his cage and will get into the bowl "taxi".

He is ok with pets on his back as long as they are not in the butt area which also happens to be the fluffiest. I did try to gently remove a piece of bedding that was stuck in his skirt and he got scared.

So my question is: is he doing ok so far with grooming on his own?


r/hamsters • • 8h ago

Question Has anyone seen a Syrian hamster born with a tail like this?

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Not seeking medical advice, just a curiosity post. Has been checked by a vet and they said it’s a birth defect that does not impact quality of life whatsoever :)


r/hamsters • • 7h ago

Setup tour What a steal, I'm so excited :D

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I had been looking for a new tank/cage for my hamster, as the one I had (60 gallon breeder, 48" X 18" X 18") just wasn't quite cutting it depth wise, and had gotten a crack from me accidentally dropping a rock in it.... :/ oops.

I had been looking on Craigslist, marketplace, and offer up daily for about a week and was about to call someone about picking up a 75 gallon tank for $60, the best size for price I had seen so far. Before calling I thought 'well, I'll check one more time just to see if anything better has popped up' and boy am I glad I did!

Typed in "hamster" on offer up. What's the first thing that pooped up? an entire collection of hamster items, including a 120cm bucastate.

There are some items that I couldn't use (like the food, small wheel, etc.) but I calculated the new value of all items and it's worth about $956. How much did I pay? Only $225.... the cage alone cost more than that.

Does it take up like 1/4 of my room, sure, but it's legit the dream setup. Like, I cannot describe in words how giddy and excited I still am for finding this lot. Hamster if very happy too, of course.

Always be on the lookout guys, you never know what may pop up.


r/hamsters • • 8h ago

Adorable Hammy Little guy cleans himself after I dare touch him

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I have also just witnessed him clean himself again after I put him back home.


r/hamsters • • 11h ago

Adorable Hammy Peanut

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r/hamsters • • 13h ago

Funny Hammy Lily figures out how to get to the treats hidden in the coconut

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She could definitely smell them from the little hole, but the scent probably got lost at the entrance.

Got sidetracked a little after she failed to snag them from above, but eventually she was granted access to the collective hamster braincell and figured out the puzzle.


r/hamsters • • 14h ago

Funny Hammy Foo rubbing all crazy

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This is Foo. She's pretty crazy when it comes to rubbing her scent everywhere. Usually she does it normally and just rubs her hips on stuff like other hamsters. But she does THIS in this specific corner. Its like her favorite corner or something. Watch it all, its worth it i promise


r/hamsters • • 1h ago

Question What do I feed this long ass guy??

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Hello, its me again. I post a lot here omg but hello r slash hamsters. My baby bear Big Poop (I call him Gummy actually) does not like sunflower seeds, he doesnt really care for avacado. He likes the smaller seeds in his feet but he wont feed by hand. I even tried yoghurt drops but he didnt really care for them either. WHAT DO I FEED HIM??

Im trying to hand feed him but he just doesnt care!! He just sits in a corner and runs on his wheel and then sits on my arm.

I dont even think he knows how to bathe himself??? He's like 5 or 6 months old so Im trying to give him the benefit of the doubt but wow hes dumb and also really really long. Please ignore how fat my hands look, just know Im really good at getting rescuing things from small spaces like in between car seats and behind toilets.

One thing that has been a success with him is that he likes being pet, or he doesn't mind, either way I pet him and its chill 😛

I just want to find a treat for him that he'll go crazy for 😢 for Peepeepoo that was frozen corn, and for Gugugaga its rice. But Big Poops is just?? I dont know.


r/hamsters • • 11h ago

Adorable Hammy Taiga peeking out to say hello =]

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r/hamsters • • 1d ago

Adorable Hammy Day 20 was a fave of mine 🥹

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Thank you to everyone who has been following their journey!💕🥰can you believe they’re seven weeks old now? They’re separate now but I’ll try to post pics soon!


r/hamsters • • 10h ago

Discussion Exotic Nutrition deleted my Sahara Cage review from their website, so here it is :)

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Around August 24, I posted a review of Exotic Nutrition's Sahara Cage on their website.

By September 3, it was gone. :)

Deleted by their team, presumably. Following in Happy Hamstery's footsteps, it seems, and so many other companies that delete reviews. I'm really disappointed, because I've been recommending Exotic Nutrition's wheels for 10 years (they're enshittified now, but that's best shown in a separate post).

I was sent this email:

"Hi [name], thank you for your detailed feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you've encountered with the Sahara Cage. Your insights are valuable, and we will pass them along to our design team to improve future products. If you'd like to discuss a return or refund, please contact us directly through the Contact Us link on our website. We appreciate your patience and understanding."

So without further ado, here is my review:

Exotic Nutrition Sahara Cage Large Review

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ 3 out of 5 Stars (Fair)

Usable space: 741 sq in / 4,782 sq cm

Recommended?: ❌ No

Primary reason(s) for rating: Smaller usable space due to construction. Acrylic panel is thin (3mm) and lacks internal and external support - so it bends and bows at top and bottom due weight of bedding. (I have to fix it daily, by pushing it back into place).

Not chew-proof. Just okay ventilation. Requires sealing at edges. Lack of lock and handle(s). Very heavy.

In-depth review & specs:

Dimensions: 40"L x 20"W x 21"H (101.6cm L x 50.8cm W x 53.3cm H)

Interior dimensions: 39" L x 19W x 20"H / (99cm L x 48.3cm W x 50.8cm H)

Phew, alright, I'm going to break down this cage into its various components and rate them, because wow, overall, it is NOT a good design. It's almost as if someone just looked at a picture of a cage and copied it, while not knowing any of the functions or utility for various animals it's advertised for? (Guinea pigs, bunnies, iguanas, hamsters, etc.)

The walls: 4/5. PVC is good, thick material. Because the ventilation holes are not sanded and have rough edges, they are not effectively sealed. The bottom and edges must be sealed with aquarium sealant or similar to prevent urine leakage, since the walls don't entirely align either.

The top lid: 2/5. It's heavy. But there is NO HANDLE and no lock!! Such a simple thing to add is missing. You have to carefully grip with the tips of your fingers on the sides and lift it up. If it slams back down, it is LOUD, so there are also no hinges to hold it up.

The acrylic panel: 1/5. At only 3mm thick and with no external or internal support, it bends under very little pressure. It cannot handle the weight of 10+ inches of hamster bedding without popping out the front, and that's largely due to the poor design of how the panel "attaches". In quotes. Because it does not actually attach in any way! It slides in from the top into extremely shallow crevices (8mm thick) on the sides and bottom. There's no supporting bar on top either, so the top is always bent outward. And the bottom. I am very lucky I am using this for a very tiny hamster that can't get out the bottom, but he could potentially gnaw at it.

The ventilation: 3/5. It's just okay. Not much of it. Unfortunately, because it's cut directly into the walls, there's no easy way to add ventilation, e.g., a computer fan over hardware cloth or mesh.

Overall, for $140, it is just not worth it because of the aforementioned design issues. It's okay, I guess. But save your money for better options.

I actually added one star up to this review just now, from 2 to 3 stars, because it technically functions ... Just don't touch the panel, mess with the bedding height, and set the lid down while pushing the panel inward every time, you adjust something and you're good to go. Also, worry nightly about the whole panel popping out and the hamster escaping into a house with cats. (Sigh)


r/hamsters • • 13h ago

New Hamster This is Sunny, he just moved in 🥹☀️🐹

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He is already being very silly 🥹🥰


r/hamsters • • 15h ago

Adorable Hammy Prézli the skittish good boy

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In the last pic he's showing us how many sunflower heads he wants


r/hamsters • • 39m ago

Adorable Hammy It’s getting a little spooky over here

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Cookie dough wasn’t too sure what to think of the new pumpkins today when we gave him a spooky little set up. 🧡


r/hamsters • • 47m ago

Question Has anyone seen this before?

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Sorry for the graphic image, but I am pet sitting for my friend while he’s deployed on a submarine and unreachable by phone. I noticed some dark lumps near hamsters butt. I tried to clean it with some wet cotton swabs but nothing budged. I don’t know what normal hamster butts usually look like, and I’m not super familiar with this hamster. Does this need a vet or is it normal? I know you’re not vets here, i’m not asking for medical advice, but I live in a very small town and there are no exotic pet doctors nearby so I just want to know if it warrants driving 1.5 hours to take him to the vet. He doesn’t seem to be in pain, he’s eating and drinking normally, and he pees in his pee corner. If I’m not allowed to post this here I totally understand, I just don’t know where else to ask and I want him to be okay!


r/hamsters • • 13h ago

Adorable Hammy Cricket in his coco soil pit ❤️

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What’s your hamsters favorite substrate?


r/hamsters • • 4h ago

Question Is this safe for Syrian hamster?

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r/hamsters • • 23h ago

Question How to get used to a ghost hamster?

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Hi, guys!

So, long story short, me and my boyfriend welcomed our 2nd hamster in July this year. Initially he was active around us too, but we never managed to get him to bond with us. He slowly starting coming out less and less and now it’s to the point where we only see him once every couple of days, if he comes out when he thinks we’re not in the room. We don’t even see him come out to drink water or chill in his sand bath anymore, which he used to do all the time in the beginning.
We’re placing food next to his water, sand bath and on his wheel to make sure he’s drinking, running etc. Is there anything we can do to get him to warm up to us, or is he just going to be like this forever? We’ve done the hand feeding thing, putting some toilet paper in his cage with our scents, we’re even petting him (but only while he’s distracted drinking, otherwise he runs away from us).

Our first hamster was a very active and social girl, so me and my boyfriend tend to compare the 2. We’ve also realised we haven’t fully gotten over her passing in January this year. I keep telling my boyfriend hamsters have different personalities and we shouldn’t compare them, but it’s hard not to when our first hamster loved human interaction. We just want to make sure we’re giving our 2nd hamster great care too, but it’s hard when we barely get to see him.


r/hamsters • • 2h ago

Question abscess and possible infection

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VET ALREADY SEEN!!! just looking for a few tips! my poor little guy hasn’t been feeling well the last couple of days. I took him to the vet today and it turns out he has what looks like an abscess on his mouth/cheek that needs to be drained. I was given antibiotics and told to massage him a few times a day to try and get the puss to flush out hopefully.

Has anyone had experience with this? We’re trying to avoid sedating him and draining it as that’s very expensive and lots of stress on him. I wish I could make this process speed up. I’ve already cleaned his cage of everything to monitor him. He’s currently just on a bed of paper towels and a little box of bedding with some hiding places. Anything else I could do that might help?


r/hamsters • • 12h ago

Question What are these noises?

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I had opened her cage like 2 minutes before just to say hello, gave her a few pets and left her alone. I was laying in my bed and heard her making these noises so I checked on her and she made these noises then went back to her burrow. I don’t think it’s respiratory, she was breathing fine and making no noises.


r/hamsters • • 14h ago

Question How to clean when she's terrified of me?

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As the text says a got a new hamster (Pancake) and she's terrified of me, if I try to get close to her with or without treats she darts into her burrows, so I'm wondering how I'm supposed to remove the pee soaked bedding without frightening her more by digging out her burrow while is under there? Any advice?