how do i get over the loss of my hamster???

Question

i lost my hamster a while ago not long though any ideas any with some ideas can tell me (any abuseiv answers will be reported)

Answer 1

Just know that your hamster's in a nicer place now.. try to remember times that he/she made you happy. And when you're ready, go get another. Just make sure you're okay before you get any more.

Answer 2

My sincerest sympathies on the loss of your hamster. I had many hamsters when I was younger and after I lost them I was devastated. If you and your hamster were close, then it well take quite a while to get over it, because a hamster is just like any other household pet, and is considered family. My boyfriend just lost his mother, and even though the loss of a hamster doesn't compare to the loss of a mother, the grief is still the same and should be treated as such. Getting a new one won't save you from the grief, so instead, my suggestion is this. Make a memorial, pictures of the hamster, and keep it in your room. And every time you look at them, think of the fun times you've had together. Don't dwell on the death or the grief that you are experiencing. I hope in time that your pain and sadness are lifted and you will be able to get another one. Again, deepest sympathies.

Answer 3

I am going through the same thing our hamster just died within the past week. We are thinking about getting a new one, we just need to find a pet store that has some.

I would if I were you, Just remember all the good times that you had watching the hamster and playing with it.

Answer 4

Aw, honey. I understand. It's horrible to lose a pet, I've been there many times, with my cats, hamsters.... you're not alone. I applaud Stephanie for the answer above this one. She offers wise words.

Firstly, please ignore the nasty comments from people here who are rude to you. It can sometimes be hard for others to recognise the extent to which the loss of your beloved pet may be affecting you and it is not uncommon to hear 'it was only a hamster' , 'you can easily get another one' etc. That can be extremely upsetting - some people just don't form bonds with animals like we do, while others are idiots. If anyone makes fun of you, tell them to grow up and get lost. They're not worth worrying about.

I used to have hamsters as pets, my last one died when I was 21. I was gutted, but I was embarrassed about being so upset. I told everyone he was a rabbit so that they didn't make fun of me. Don't try and hide your emotions like I did.

I know the grief is very raw and it hurts. Try to think of your hammy running around in their little hamster ball and remember the fun you had playing with and looking after him, or her. Give yourself time to grieve and remember your pet in whichever way helps - talking, writing, looking at photos. Some people find in time that they want to get another pet but don't rush into this as you need time to get over your loss otherwise it may be something you regret doing too quickly.

Remember that your little friend would want you to move on, be happy, remember the good times with them and if it helps to have another pet they would be fine with that too. If you have a lot of love and caring to give to another pet and can give a good and loving home that would be a really good thing to do - when the time is right for you. Don't allow yourself to be pressured into having another pet until you are ready - if you are ready - that is your choice.

There is support for anyone whose pet has died or who has lost their pet in other ways. Please don't feel alone and isolated.



Agencies who give support and information
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Pet Bereavement Support Service: 0800 096 6606 - Open every day 8.30am-8.30pm. Will put you in touch with your nearest telephone befriender. www.bluecross.org.uk

Ease Pet Bereavement Service: Call Angela on 07870 740 605 and she will call you back, www.ease-animals.org.uk

Animal Samaritans Pet Bereavement Service: 020 8303 1859

The Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria: 01252 844478, www.appcc.org.uk

SupportLine Telephone Helpline: 020 8554 9004, email [e-mail] - Emotional support to children, young adults and adults on any issue. Also keep details of counsellors and support groups throughout the UK.

Answer 5

I've had three hamsters and the first was from a family friend and died after about 6 months which was heartbreaking then we got another and that died after a week the pet shop said it must have been from a ill batch I was gutted and mad that the shop sold it to us . But atleast we can say that we gave them a gr8 life whilst they were with us . Now our third hamster is over a year old and is lovely and when his time comes willbe very much missed . i feel for you but Im sure you gave youre little friend a gr8 life .

Answer 6

It's tough to lose a hamster. I had one named Hamlet who lived a very full life and died in peace when he was two years old. He would poke his head out of his cheese house everytime we brought pizza into the room. He loved pizza. We miss him a lot and remember him all the time. We're no longer sad, though, because a lot of time passed. It will just take a little time to feel better.

Answer 7

Sometimes time is the best and only way to get over a lost pet.
To see if you can deal with another pet try helping look after a pet which does not belong to you.

Sorry to hear that your hanster died.

Answer 8

This might sound a little hurtful, but if you get a new hamster then you will soon get over it.

With a new hamster you can focus on loving it and caring for it and it will remind you of you old one in a good way.

Good luck and cheer up!

Answer 9

remember there is a hamster heaven, he's having a ball now..... Time will make you feel better (it took a while for me to get over my fish when he snuffed it) then when you are ready, buy another hamster in memory (dont give it the same name though) and you'll feel all super again (",)

Answer 10

best way? 'rescue' a new one from a shop. no other hamster can replace the one that just died, but u'll have this amazingly cute baby hamster on ur hands!!! ahhhhh....unless ur me...then u hav abt 800 of the little buggers!! lol. i breed them, its also a perfect way to get over losing one if u have all its babies around u!

Answer 11

losing something dear to you can be a very difficult time. think about other thoughts, things that don't have to do with your hamster. if that doesnt work, go buy another hamster!! hope you feel better