Basic Care Methods for Hamsters
Provide a suitable living environment:
Hamsters need a spacious, clean, and safe cage. Choose a cage that is large enough to ensure that hamsters have enough space to move and play.
The cage should be lined with soft, hygroscopic bedding such as sawdust or paper cotton to keep the environment clean and hygienic.
Avoid placing hamsters in direct sunlight or damp places and maintain appropriate temperature and humidity.
Provide suitable food and water:
The staple food for hamsters should be mainly miscellaneous grains such as millet, corn flakes, and foxtail millet.
Provide fresh, clean drinking water and nutritionally balanced food. You can use specialized hamster feed and water dispensers.
Avoid feeding human food or too many snacks to prevent health problems.
Regular inspection and cleaning:
Regularly check the physical condition of hamsters and pay attention to whether there are abnormal movements or symptoms.
Regularly clean the cage and change the bedding to keep the environment clean and hygienic.
Wash the hamster's body with a wet towel gently once a week.
Provide appropriate exercise and entertainment:
Prepare some toys and activity equipment for hamsters, such as running wheels and tunnels, to encourage them to exercise and play.
Provide a grinding stone or wooden block to meet the grinding needs of hamsters.
Avoid stress and anxiety:
Reduce disturbance to hamsters and provide a quiet and comfortable environment.
Establish a good interactive relationship with hamsters and play and communicate with them often.
Handling of special situations:
Care during pregnancy:
Provide a quiet environment and avoid scaring.
Increase protein-rich foods such as mealworms and boiled egg whites.
Pay close attention to the physical state of the female hamster to ensure she has enough nutrition and rest.
Through the above methods, hamsters can be effectively cared for to ensure their health and happiness.