Hamsters

Health Healthy hamsters can live up to two years. Handling your pet every day and performing regular health checks will help you pick up on the early signs of ill health and take action quickly to treat ailments before they become too serious. This is best done while handling your pet in the normal way. You should do any examinations as part of your grooming and regular play. W eigh your hamster on a regular basis and remember to keep a record. Weight loss is often the first sign of bad health in a hamster. You should know how your pet behaves while healthy. A sudden change in his normal pattern of behavior can also indicate bad health, such as a change in eating habits, hiding more, or becoming aggressive.

Basics of hamster health care

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Hamsters