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Nose
This too should be clean, with no signs of discharge,
mucus, or any crusty residue on it.
Teeth
Healthy hamster teeth should be a creamy yellow
color, though they become a darker yellow with age.
The top and bottom front teeth (two on the top and
two on the bottom) should be straight, meet snugly,
and not be mis-aligned or broken.
Feet
There should be four toes on the front feet and five
on the back. The underside of the feet should be
clean with no wounds or thick, scaly skin.
Bottom
Check the hamster’s rump for any soiling, which
could indicate diarrhea. If the area looks greasy then
it may be suffering from wet tail.
Movement
Look for free movement; there should be no sign of
lameness.
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