A diabetic dwarf hamster will have all or some of the following symptoms: 1. Increased thirst, drinking excessively. 2. Peeing excessively, strong smelly urine with either a sweetish smell or a acetone (nail polish remover smell). 3. Sudden weight loss or weight gain. 4. Tiredness (sleeping more than usual) or excessive exercise or a combination… Continue reading
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All about ROBOROVSKI HAMSTER
The Roborovski Hamster originates from Western and Eastern Mongolia and Northern China. Roborovski Hamsters were imported into the UK in the 1960s by London Zoo but the present UK stock was imported from Holland in 1990. Roborovski Hamsters were later imported into the USA and are now available as pets in many countries. The Roborovski… Continue reading
Some routine cares for hamsters
Food and Water The hamster should be fed a basic hamster mix each evening as it wakes and can also be fed additional supplements. If the hamster wakes very late it can be encouraged to wake earlier by feeding earlier in the evening and tapping on the side of the cage to wake the hamster.… Continue reading