When raising hamsters, the following taboos need to be noted to ensure the health and happiness of hamsters:
Avoid direct contact with the sun: Hamsters like dark and cool places. The glaring sunlight will not only damage the hamsters' vision but also make them feel hot and restless. Therefore, in summer, use heat sinks or marble to cool them down.
Don't feed human food: Human food contains too much oil, salt, and sugar. These seasonings will increase the burden on the hamsters' bodies. Generally, hamsters can eat foods including hamster food, grains, nuts, etc. Some fruits such as apples, pears, and watermelons can also be fed in moderation.
Prohibit washing the body with water: Hamsters' skin is very sensitive. Washing with water may cause skin inflammation or other health problems. If cleaning is needed, special bathing sand can be used.
Prohibit cohabitation: Hamsters have a strong sense of territory. Keeping them together is prone to fighting and even death. One hamster should be kept in one cage.
Use an appropriate cage: Hamsters need to stay healthy in an appropriate space and activity. The cage size should be at least 47 cm long, 30 cm wide, and 30 cm high.
Prohibit feeding raw water: Raw water may cause diarrhea and even death in hamsters. Boiled and cooled plain water or purified water should be provided.
Avoid disturbing hibernation in winter: In winter, domestic hamsters will hibernate. Avoid disturbing them and let them have enough rest time.
Avoid using newspapers as bedding: The ink on newspapers may have an adverse impact on the health of hamsters. Sawdust or paper cotton should be selected as bedding.
Keep the breeding environment quiet: Hamsters are timid animals. The environment should be kept quiet. Avoid placing the hamster cage in a noisy place.
Provide enough activity space: The hamster cage should have supplies such as a water bottle, food bowl, small nest, and running wheel to meet their daily exercise needs.
Following these taboos can provide a healthy and safe living environment for hamsters and ensure that they can live happily.