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Keeping Hamsters Healthy

Hamsters are small, so a health problem can get serious quickly. Look at your hamster every day.

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Gentle handling

Let your hamster get used to your smell first. Scoop them up with two hands low over a soft surface, because a fall can hurt them.

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Hamsters sleep in the day. Waking them suddenly can scare them, so wait until evening to play.

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Chew toys keep their teeth worn down. If teeth look too long or your hamster can't eat, see a vet.

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Bright eyes, a clean bottom and a shiny coat are good signs.

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Your hamster is wet or sticky around the bottom, losing fur, not eating or very still. Tell a grown-up straight away.

🏡 Always ask a grown-up and a vet if you're unsure about caring for a pet.