hamsters? . .? me and my brother want a hamster each, but we might have to have it in the same cage, what hamsters wont kill each other and would be best in the same cage? oh and what sex are best? i've owned a syrian already, and i don't want any babies

Hamsters..? My sister has these 2 Russian Dwarf hamsters, one is a dwarf but the other 1 is massive and attacks the little one all the time. Should they really be living together? The pet shop said its common for them to fight but i fear the little one is going to be killed soon because the big one always overpowers it.

HAMSters!!? omgosh dont you think hamsters are so cute tell me all about them just say how much you love them give me advice i love hamsters omgosh!!!!!!!

HAMSTERs!!? ok i want to know everthing about hamsters and what website i can go to to find out info and to fing cheep but nice things for hamsters and if this helps i want to know about long haired hammys!!!

HAMSTERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!???????????????????????***? i am getting a hamster and i need to know what the bedding costs are in pounds and how much they will cost ?! oh and if you have any other hamster tips and advice maybe a few names that would be great!!! i think i am going to get a girl!

How can you tell if a hamsters a boy or a girl? My hamster I thought was a girl since that what the lady at the pet store said but now i'm not to sure also my old hamster we thought was a boy but at the end of his life we thought he didn't look much like the older dwarf hamsters. My hamster I have now is a black bear hamster. How can i tell it's gender?

What is the difference in attitude in golden hamsters and dwarf hamsters? I am trying to decide what hamster I should get and the Petco near me does not have golden hamsters but it has dwarf hamsters. I have heard that dwarf hamsters bite, but they are cute. So are golden hamsters, but I have herd that they escape! Help!

My hamsters had a litter, what happens if I rid of the litter? How can I figure out the mother? I can't have baby hamsters, I have five grown dwarf hamsters as it is.

What 2 hamsters can i buy that will be able to live together in the same cage? I am going to buy some hamsters on the weekend. I'm going to buy 2. I want to know what kinds of hamsters i can buy that would be able to live together in the same cage.

What kind of hamsters are the best as pets? I want one but my mom hates hamsters because one bit her once. I want a nice hamster that won't bite her. What do you think is the nicest one?

Can hamsters handle the stress of air travel? I would like to carry my hamster on a plane (90 minute flight). Delta allows hamsters and I have the permission to carry her with me. I am wondering if anyone could share similar experience with me. Can hamsters handle the stress of air travel? My hamster Biscoot is 1 year old and she has travelled (7 hrs) in car before. Also, where can I buy an appropriate travel cage for her? Thanks for your time.

Is a Campbells Dwarf Hamster different from a russian dwarf or are all dwarf hamsters the same? I ask because I read that campbells dwarf hamsters are prone to diabetes so should not be given fruit. Wondering if the same holds true for russian dwarf.

Where can I buy the cheapest hamster cage that is good for 2 hamsters? I am now in the Philippines..Is the cheapest hamster cage found in Cartimar? May I place my 2 hamsters first in a carton temporarily?

What are the concequences of crossbreeding hamsters? I have a Campbell's dwarf hamster and a Roborovski hamster I know you can mate them I just wan't to know the concequences because I don't want to harm the hamsters and also what age do Cambell's become sterile? PLEASE HELP!!!! Thanks I won't cross breed them. My female's too old anyways.

Is deodorizing spray for hamsters actually work and is it safe? My sons hamsters cage smells. I clean it out on every fifth day but it still smells. It is safe to use the deodorizing spray for hamsters and does it work? If you have used it or have any info on it please let me know what you think. Thank You!

What are the list of foods that hamsters eat other than food pellets? I am getting a hamster today and I would like to know the foods that they like to eat other than normal hamster food. The catagories is : Fruits, vegetables, and nuts. As in, what fruits, vegetables, and nuts can hamsters eat?

How do I make these hamsters more confortable? I have borrowed my cousin's baby hamsters for a project. These hamsters do not like people and jump away. Is there anything I can do to get them confortable?

Can my two male syrian hamsters live in the same room in different cages? I have 2 male hamsters in different cages, their cages are right opposite each other in the same room. One of hamsters seems to be a little bit nervous however this could just be him getting used to his new home although i have had him since 15th May 2008. I got them both at the same time from the same pet shop where they were housed together. Should I keep them in separate rooms or will they be okay?

How many hamsters is too many when my cat is hungry? When I go to work in the morning, I usually just put my cat in his travel case, drop in a hamster, close the door, and come back in the afternoon. If the cat has eaten the hamster, I'll let him out. If not, I leave him in there for a while longer. Now that my cat is getting to be an adult, how many hamsters a week should I be feeding him?

Is it normal for hamsters to run away from you when you try to hold them? Im buying a hamster tommorrow. I have friends that have hamsters that they just put there hands in the cage and the hamsters come running to them... How do i get my hamster to do that?

What alternative stuff is there for hamsters in Baja? I live in Baja and plan to get a hamster in the next day or two. I've had hamsters, but that was before when I lived in WA. Basically I want to know what tropical fruits are ok, like papaya and guava, and also if plain straw is good for bedding. Any information in general is appreciated.

What treats are good for dwarf hamsters? I'm getting a hamster and I just need to know everything. I already know what cage I'm gonna get, and ball, and bedding, and stuff. All I need to know now is what treats dwarf hamsters like. And it has to be from Petco or Petsmart.

How long do you keep baby hamsters with the mom and how long is the gestation period for a Dwarf hamster? We just had and unexpected litter of hamsters they are at least 2 weeks old.How long do they need to be in the same cage as mom?They are eating regular food and drinking water and running up and down the ladders of the cage. Also how long is the gestation period for the momma?We didnt get the daddy out of the cage until at least 2 days after we noticed the babies.We believe the momma may be pregnant again she has gotten very big , the first batch of babies are 2 weeks old.How old are they when they start to mate?

When can I start separating my baby hamsters? My hamster had 3 babies about 2 weeks ago and they all have fur already. When can I separate my hamsters? Thank you. Oh and what does weened mean?

What types of wood are suitable for hamsters to chew on? I have recently got a chinese dwarf hamster and am having trouble keeping it amused. I am thinking of giving it a twig to play on and gnaw but am insure of what type of trees are poisonous to them. Which tree's twigs can I use? Also if anyone has any helpful tips about hamsters, they are very welcome. Thanks x x x

What age do baby hamsters start to wonder around the cage ? ok,their are 5of em, theyr now 2 days old, they are russian dwarf hamsters, Questions: When will they be fully furred? When will they start to wonder around the cage? THanks leon

How do u tell the difference between male and female hamsters? ok i just gotten a new teddy bear hamster but i can't figure out if it is a he or a she the store owner said it is a female but i dont think it is a female so please tell me how u tell the difference and i have also heard that there are some hamsters that can be both he or she but. also my hamster has a part near it stomache is that how u tell?

How can you tell the difference between female and male hamsters? I just got a Winter White hamster, I can't tell if my hamster is a girl or a boy. If you can please give me an adress for a picture of the differences and ONLY the Witer White hamsters.

How to make the switch from Dwarf Hamsters to Syrian Hamsters? I've only kept Dwarf Hamsters, but now I'm going to foster Syrian Hamsters. My local Humane Society just had a bust and has a lot of small pets on their hands they need help with. I'm pretty good with Dwarf Hamsters, but have never had a Syrian Hamster of my own. Are the rules the same? Anything I should know?

Do hamsters overeat and have a tendency to become overweight? I'm worried that I may be over-feeding my hamster. I usually fill up his bowl at night and it is always empty the next night. But lately, people have been commenting on how big he is. So I am wondering if hamsters are like cats who won't eat if they don't need to or if they're like dogs who will always eat no matter what and have a tendency to become overweight and unhealthy? Thanks!

What is a safe potty litter for hamsters? All 4 of my hamsters are potty trained, which means that a 16oz box of hamster potty litter lasts about 2 weeks. Is there any other alternative I can use that will come in a bigger container? What about non-clumping, unscented cat litter? Any suggestions?

What age can your baby hamsters be to hold them? I have about two week old hamsters. Very cute, and im so tempted to hold them, but i don't want the mother getting mad if she smells my scent and then kills the babies. How old must they be so the mother won't care?

How do I know how old my baby hamsters are? I didnt even know they were in the cage because the top floor is dark and my mom said that hamster shrunk and as soon as she said that I walked over there and 2 more came up. So now i have 5 hamsters.

How do I stop my hamsters from chewing the carpets at the kitchen door? I let my hamsters run about the living room in the evening. Is there any sort of spray or powder I can put down in areas I do not want them to go. They have started to try & tunnel under the kitchen door so I want to put stuff on the carpet to stop them chewing it. Any suggestions? What about pepper?

How can I get my hamsters to "go to the toilet" in a designated area? Like the topic reads, is there a way to get two hamsters to pee in one place? It's pretty annoying to have to scrub the whole cage once a week. Plus, they pee in their bedding - is this normal? I have to change it every day. Sigh. By "bedding" I meant that they pee where they sleep.

How many hamsters would it take to approach God's grandeur? Trillions and trillions of hamsters have died over the course of life on earth. Could the sum total of the masses of these hamsters approach the grandeur that is / might be God?

Is it true that hamsters can eat fruits and veggies? I heard that a hamster can eat a strawberry, and just recently my friend told me she fed her hamster a carrot. Is this right to feed to hamsters? That's wonderful! What about bananas?

What are important things to know about female hamsters? I am buying a female golden hamster for my B Day and I wondered what things you need to know about female golden hamsters before buying. Thank you.

How long does it take hamsters to mate? We decided we'd like to have our two very special hamsters have pups, but unfortunately, the male is nearly 2 years old and didn't seem to be doing his job, even though he was very enthusiastic. How long des he usually have to stay in position for the process to be considered completed? She stayed straight-backed with her tail up very patiently for several minutes as he climbed over and around her, so she was definitely in heat. We figure he probably didn't do anything, but it's worth checking.

Why do baby hamsters or hamsters die before becoming adults? I have hamsters in any ages and those which aren't adults yet, mostly die because they can't breathe. They haver to breathe through their mouths and they hands and feet start to shake. What can I do to make it stop and save them?

How would I know what type of hamster my hamsters dad was? I bought a hamster and 2 weeks after I bought her she had 11 babies!!!A lot of them looked like the mother but I kept one baby and he is alot darker than her.Nearly black.They are syrian hamsters.I think they are teddy bear hamsters.Also he has big black circles around his eyes.

How Do I get My Dwarf Hamsters to stop biting me? I have 2 dwarf hamsters, I have had both of them for a year now and to be honest they bring no joy to my life, they always bite me and one of them even draws blood. Some websites suggest handling them everyday but when I do I get bitten reapitivley and it hurts too bad to endure. I can't give them away because it would break my heart but they are so mean! Also they are lazy any way to get them more active? The one doesn't even burrow so I have to constantly clip his nails!

How many Roborovski Hamsters should I get? I've created a very large bin cage for my future office Robo hamsters. There are four at the pet store and I don't really want to split them up. Does anyone have experience caring for a colony of four Robos? Will I have to clean their cage more than M,W,F (I won't be in the office Sat and Sun)? I plan to use a hamster litter box in the corner. Thanks for your help.

What are the best types of hamsters to get for little kids? Also, I would want 2 of them so any hamsters that would be good in pairs would be a great add to the answer (No boys and girls together, tho). Thanks much!!

What is the best bedding for hamsters' in cages and maze? - Best bedding for roboskii hamsters? - What is a bedding fluff? Is it better? I mean the materials best suited as bedding, not brand names please.

How can I mate my dwarf hamsters? - as the female does not want to after the 1st litter!? First I had a male and female dwarf russian hamsters, and after mating, she gave birth and so I seperated the male from the female as I did not want another litter. Now I have the male in 1 cage and the female with her daughter in another cage. The mother does not seem to wanting to mate with the male as when she saw him she started making angry noises , attacking him and then she ran away from him (and he kept running after her!). So I seperated them again as she did not want to mate..... Usually I read that it is only difficult with syrian hamsters and not with dwarf hamsters to mate....Any suggestions? The female gave birth around 2 and a half months ago - that is how long they have been seperated

Has anyone ever bred hamsters that were two different colors? I'm going to breed my male brown(has white feet and a little white on his chest) and female white(has black ears) syrian hamsters and I wanted to know if the babies will each only be one color or if they can be brown and white, so have you bred hamsters that were any two different colors? What did the babies look like? Thanks alot!! ;D P.S.~ Please don't yell at me for breeding, I'm a responsible breeder I just don't know much about genetics.

What kind of dwarf hamsters can be kept in pairs? I've decided not to get a robo hamsters, because they aren't as social with people. I would like to get a pair of hamsters and will probably be getting females. So which are better in pairs and still friendly with people? Russians, Winter whites, or chinese dwarfs?

How much are roborovski hamsters at petsmart? On july 20th a week from today I am getting a robo hammy at petsmart I tried to find a breeder but the ones in my neighboorhood were all golden and syrian hamsters and I want a robo hammy. I want to know the price because I am paying for the hamster and my parents are buying the rest. Please help me!

Can hamsters live with gerbils or a fancy mice? I wanna know if hamsters can live with one of them. Cause i might want to buy a gerbil or a fancy mice.

HAMSTERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? i have this little green stuffed animal frog. My hamster seems kind of lonley because my mom only let me have one. Can i put this in his cage

How to take care of my Chinese hamsters ? A few days ago i got a pair of Chinese Hamsters. They are young. They sleep all day long and remain active throughout the night. Their exercise wheel makes noise and disturbs everyone's sleep when they run in it. And they become restless when i take it away. How to make them sleep during night hours ?

HaMsTeRs???>??? Will a pets store buy hamsters or take them if i give the hamsters to them or do i need something like a vet .. document saying that its healthy or anything like that ???

What is the best diet for hamsters, store bought or all Natural? If you choose store bought, please share the brand name and type that you prefer to use. If you choose All Natural, please share what you feed your hamster on a day to day basis, or reference a book or website that use to help create your Hamsters menu. I am probably going to get a Teddy Bear Hamster next weekend and want to ensure I give him the best food possible. Sorry for the confusion folks, By all Natural I meant simply feeding it grains, nuts, veggies ect, instead of buying crunchies.

How many hamsters should i start with? they are robo dwarf hamsters, and i do not know how much i should startout with.

What kind of proteins might be good for hamsters and mice? I've given our two rodents crickets, and they both like them. The mouse also seems to like meal worms. Any other ideas? We try and keep a good diet for them. They get fresh vegies and stuff from outside as well as they're food. The hamsters get two to three Yogurt treat things per day.

Why do my hamsters only eat sunflower seeds? I have two Winter White Dwarf Hamsters. I feed them Nutriphase Gold for hamsters/gerbils. It has a variety of different foods in it, including sunflower seeds. My hamsters seem to only eat the sunflower seeds! Sometimes I take something else from the bag and stick it in their mouths but the spit it out and get a seed! What is wrong here?

How long is a dwarf hamsters life span? My dwarf hamster is turning 2 on October 13, and I want to know how long a dwarf hamsters life span is. I love my hamster very much, and I want to have an idea of how much longer I will have him for. I take good care of him, he is very healthy and happy.

How come my cats love my rabbits but don't like my hamsters? I have four cats and two rabbits. My cats love my rabbits! They will lick them and cuddle with them. They try to hunt/eat hamsters and mice though. So I was wondering why they like my rabbits but not rodents. Is it because their smaller? No, rabbits are not rodents. They are lagomorphs.

Can a mother hamsters live with her daughters? After I separate the males baby hamsters from the females can the females live with their mother? Btw, space wouldn't be a problem, they're going to be in a 250 gallon long fish tank. I think it's a robo or campbell's dwarf. Are they still able to live together?

How many babies will be in a litter of dwarf hamsters? So apparently, one of my hamsters is pregnant. And we were wondering what we should do with the male hamster, how many would be in the litter, and would her being pregnant make her more temperamental. It looks like she got in a fight with one of our other hamsters, and her eye has been swollen for 3 days now. Would her being pregnant make her healing slower?

How do you get rid of fleas from hamsters? Lately I've been searching on the Internet and almost every reply and website I've been on said there were fleas in hamsters. Now, everytime I go near my hamster, I get all itchy everywhere. It's really annoying! How do you get rid of those annoying things?

How do i get 2 hamsters to like eachother in Hamsterz life 2? I have two hamsters in the game, but they hate eachother. One shoves the other over and then that little lightning thing shows up. I want to breed te two of them, but i heard they have to life eachother to breed. How do i get them to life eachother??

Hamsters....? Can girl hamsters be in a cage with another girl hamster without fighting, i know boys will fight, but will girls? because i want to put a couple girls inj a cage. they are blueberry dwarf hamsters

Will my hamsters survive with the cargo for a 45 minute flight on an airplane? My plane i'm going on won't allow me to bring my hamsters for carry on. Is it dangerous for them to be with the cargo? I HAVE to bring them because i'm moving. I cannot drive because I live in the Philippines & it's all ocean, no roads.

Will my hamsters survive in a 45 minute flight with the cargo in an airplane? My plane i'm going on won't allow me to bring my hamsters with the carry on. Is it safe for them to go with the cargo? I have to bring them because i'm moving. I cannot drive because I live in the Philippines & it's all ocean, no roads.

What is a very good website on about hamsters? I'm planning to buy two hamsters. One male and a female. But I want to know how to take care of them first and I want to know all about them first too.

How many hamsters will you need to generate 1 horsepower? I was wondering how many hamsters you would need running on a fly wheel to generate one horsepower of energy in the form of electricity? I need detailed calculations. Not just guesses please.

Two new hamsters are living with me. How can I make them feel at home in their new place? Me and my partner live together. Both hamsters are males.

hamsters???!? ok well we got a hamster and his name is cinnamon and hes a sexii hamster!!! lolz! anywayz ok well what are signs of unhealthy hamsters and what kind of fur are they supposed to have soft or spiky messed up fur??! by the way hes a dwarf hamster, a robo dwarf hamster. thanxs. =]]

When should i start touching baby hamsters? Erm, I have 5 baby hamsters that are now 5 days old. I have a few questions on how to take care of them appropriately 1) When can i start touching the baby hamsters? And how should i start touching and carrying them? 2) What kind of food can i give them when their mother no longer nurses them? 3) How can i determine their gender? Their breed is Winter White dwarf by the way. Thanks! 3)

What is the average litter size for dwarf hamsters? I saw online to see what the average litter size for dwarf hamsters was and it said 3.2 on like 3 websites. Our hamster had a litter of 7, and then a litter of nine. Is 3.2 correct? On two other websites I saw 7-10 or something like that, but I am not sure. I just want to make sure what I say is right because it is for a 4H project. Thanks for your time!

I have three female dwarf hamsters in a cage, how much food should I give them? My three female dwarf hamsters eat whatever food I put in their cage. I have just been refilling the bowl when it gets empty, but I don't want them to get fat, so how much hamster food should I give them?

What is the best way to treat and eliminate mites on Syrian Hamsters? What is the best way to treat and eliminate mites on Syrian Hamsters? Friends of mine have a Syrian Hamster and she itches all the time. They have heard that she may have mites but they are unsure on how to treat them. What is the safest and most effective way for them to treat the their mite problem?