what kind of hamster i should get?

Question

I want one so bad, what cage and all that stuff and the proper care for them. Help

Answer 1

Dwarf Hamster

Answer 2

Dwarf hamsters can be kept with a cagemate of the same gender to prevent loneliness, whereas Syrians are extremely territorial and will kill other hamsters in their cage. Roborovski are especially not suitable for children.
Despite the hamster's small size, cages should always have a floor space of at least one square foot. Glass boxes must not be higher than their width to allow for a sufficient air circulation. Although smaller in size, dwarf hamsters should have bigger housings than their larger relatives. The reason for this is that the dwarfs are very active, running and digging a lot. A sand bath can provide hamsters with entertainment and help them groom.
If they are handled frequently, hamsters enjoy being out of their cages and having the opportunity to explore. They can also become very tame if handled frequently. Syrian hamsters will be tame for life once they are tamed. Once tamed, if dwarf hamsters are neglected they will become mean and will bite.
Pet stores can provide basic food for hamsters that provides their nutritional needs, but they also enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits, and even living insects like grasshoppers, which make up an important part of their natural diet

Answer 3

i dont have experince with dwarf/russian hamsters but if u want a pair go with them. definitely one hamster per cage if u choose a syrian. they are terriotorial loners. they love fruit and can have it daily (no citrus) in small portions - apple, banana, cantaloupe, grapes, etc. just dont give them too much wet fruit/veggies a day. no iceberg lettuce! too watery. hide his dry food in a couple places instead of all in a bowl. he'll like the hunt. chew sticks for sure - mine prefers greenies dog biscuits over the wooden ones.

NO PINE OR CEDAR BEDDING - the oils can cause a rash or breathing probs. carefresh, aspen, and/or corncob bedding only. stress often kills them, constantly waking them, not having a big enough cage. the cages they make are too small. u can buy 2 & connect them. if he's chewing obsessively his cage is too small & hes bored. u can buy a hamster ball if u cant get a bigger cage & let him run daily until he stops running. keep tape on the lid because they pop open. make sure his cage has a wheel-not the wire kind. i dont like the tall cages because hamsters can fall & hurt themseves. long is better.

keep the pee corner cleaned more than the rest of the cage. just scoop & replace. when u do a full cleaning no bleach! vinegar & baking soda & rinse WELL. also leave some of the old bedding from his sleep area when u clean. if theres no feces there leave the whole bed area alone.

they can catch colds so keep him away from windows, drafts, AC, etc. and they can catch our illnesses so stay away when u r sick. dont wake him in the day, this stresses them.

they live 2-3 yrs not 5 as stated above - extremely rare. also boys do pee more but girls smell more. as long as u clean the cage boys dont smell. girls have an odor some days when they are especially active but so what??

email with any questions once u get yours!

Answer 4

In my opinion, teddy bear hamsters are the best because they are small and cute and furry! lol

Traits & behavior

Nocturnal
They like to run and play at night and sleep during the day, so be prepared for them to be active and noisy after dark.

Solitary
Hamsters can learn to enjoy human interaction, but they're not crazy about other hamsters, so only one hamster per habitat.

Hoarders
Hamsters have large cheek pouches to carry food, which they'll store in a special hiding place.

Clean
You'll notice your hamster grooming herself a lot while she's awake.

Things to remember

Easily startled
Be careful, if she gets scared, she may bite. Take extra care when awakening her.

Lifting & handling
Handle your hamster gently -- scoop her up in both hands and hold her with cupped hands so she'll feel safe and secure.

Special needs
Your hamster's front teeth never stop growing -- so she needs lots of healthy things to chew on like treats and chew sticks.

Exercise
Hamsters have tons of energy and need to run on a wheel in their habitat, or in an exercise ball every day.

Safety & cleanliness
Please remember that all pets may bite or scratch, and may transmit disease to humans. Keep your pet's home clean and wash your hands before and after handling your pet or cleaning his home. Infants, young children, pregnant women, people with compromised immune systems, and the infirm or elderly are at greater risk of infections and should use caution when in contact with the pet or its habitat. Consult your doctor for more information.

Nutrition

Staple diet
Choose a fortified diet appropriate for hamsters. Fill the bowl approximately 3/4 full.

Vegetables*
One teaspoon of chopped carrots and dark green veggies like mustard greens, collard greens or kale may be given daily. Take care not to overfeed these fresh foods. They have a high moisture content and too much can cause an upset stomach.

Fruits*
Treat your hamster to one teaspoon of finely chopped apple or banana twice a week.

Oatmeal
A pinch of plain, uncooked oatmeal added to your pet's food dish every day helps provide the fiber needed in her diet.

Treat sticks & chews
These hard and crunchy treats are yummy and keep your pet's teeth trimmed. Always keep one in the habitat.

Water
Change and fill your hamster's water bottle with clean water every day.

*Remember that fresh food items require their own dish and should be removed from the habitat after four hours to prevent spoilage. Treats should be less than 10% of total food intake.

Health

Signs of a healthy hamster:

Clean, bright eyes
Soft fur
Full, slightly-rounded body
Curious, active behavior
Eats and drinks normally
Well-formed droppings with no diarrhea
Things to watch for:

Blood in the urine
Overgrown front teeth
Bare patches in the fur
Diarrhea or wetness around the tail area (called "wet tail")
Lethargic behavior
Weight loss; not eating or drinking normally
Sneezing; discharge from the eyes, nose or mouth
If you notice any of the signs described above, please consult a Small Animal Veterinarian as soon as possible.

Habitat

Housing
Your hamster needs a well-ventilated home, large enough for a food dish and water bottle, a hiding area (if one isn't built in) and an exercise wheel. There should be plenty of room for all cage accessories, and for her to move around freely.

Bedding
Hamsters love to hide and burrow, so lots of clean aspen or other appropriate bedding is a must. Line the home with 1"-2" (3-5 cm) of bedding, and change it weekly or more often if needed.

Cage placement
Place the habitat in a cool, low humidity area, out of direct sunlight.


Also, think of this before buying a hamster


Will I have an appropriate location for the habitat.
will I provide daily interaction.
Do I understand that hamsters sleep during the day and are active at night.
will I seek proper veterinary care if needed.


Hope this helped!!!!


Good luck ;)

Answer 5

Hamsters are pretty easy to take care of. Just make sure to pick one that you really like and go with that. It's been a while since I've owned a hamster, but the last one I had had a mostly-plastic cage.

Just remember to be careful with your hamster. They're really fragile and their bones can be broken easily.

Answer 6

if you want a hampster thats cheap and friendly get a short haired or long haired hampster (they do bite until the're used to you though). if you want one to just look at and take care of get a dwarf or one of the smaller ones ( they bite more). if you want one thats bigger and friendlier get a black bear hampster they only bite for about a week then they are used to you. short haired long haired and dwarfes run for about 5-12$ and black bears run for about 20$. they only live for 2-3 years though so dont be suprised when they get sick and die relatively soon.

cages run from 20-50$ depending on size and what accesories they come with. you will need a running wheel for all hampsters which run from 5-10$ depending on size. the bedding and food varies from 2.50-7$ and goes on sale a lot. you should get a ball for the hampster to come around the house in with you. most cages do come with a food bowl but if they dont they are only 2-4$. you might want "treats" for the hampsters teeth ( hampsters health is shown by their teeth). if you need anymore info get hampsters for dummies which is cheap and easy to read but very informative. hope this helpes.

Answer 7

You should get a Panda Hamster, they're really cute, I have one his name is Mickey. But they are a bit pricey than the average hamster, if my first hamster wasn't pregnant I would have had to pay $16.99 for Mickey.

Answer 8

Teddy bear hampsters are the cutest.The life span is 3-5 years.They have hampster food at the pet store or walmart.They can also have treats like cheetos, dog food or bones, lean meat, and yogurt.They will have cage at pet store or walmart.You will need water bottle and bedding.

Answer 9

hi, I dont really know about hamsters. I think you schould get a white or tan hamster, and a cute one.

Answer 10

No hamster a guine pig