Hamsters

Tail Hamsters have a very short tail which they use to help them balance when they are climbing or standing up on their back legs. Body

The body is compact and pear shaped, with strong muscles on the hips and shoulders. Coat The coat may be short or long.

It may be a single color, mixture or have special

markings depend- ing on the type of hamster. There is even a hairless variety!

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