When raising European hamsters as pets, the following points should be noted:
Housing environment:
Temperature: The suitable living temperature for European hamsters is 20-28°C. Avoid excessive temperature changes. The temperature difference should preferably not exceed 10°C.
Lighting: Avoid direct sunlight. Hamsters cannot be exposed to sunlight for a long time. At the same time, ensure ventilation and avoid direct drafts.
Stay away from electrical appliances: Hamsters are sensitive to radiation and noisy environments. Stay away from electrical appliances such as televisions and computers.
Diet:
Staple food: You can feed vegetables (such as green vegetables, carrots, spinach, cucumbers, cabbage, pumpkin, etc.), seeds (such as sunflower seeds, peanuts, walnuts, pine nuts, etc.), fruits (such as apples, strawberries, cherries, etc.), grains (such as chicken feed, bird feed, wheat, corn, millet, etc.) and plants (such as dandelions, kudzu, plantain).
Protein sources: You can feed cooked egg whites, cheese, milk, yogurt, mealworms, superworms, etc.
Special feed: There are also special feeds for hamsters on the market, but pay attention to matching with vegetables and fruits.
Daily care:
Cleaning: Clean the water dispenser, feed bowl and feces every day, and clean and disinfect the cage weekly.
Environmental hygiene: Keep the cage clean to avoid bacterial growth and regularly replace damp sawdust.
Temperature control: In summer, pay attention to the temperature inside the cage and avoid excessive temperature in the water tank. In winter, pay attention to keeping warm. You can use sawdust or cotton to make a nest for hamsters.
Health management:
Balanced nutrition: Avoid using a single feed for a long time to ensure balanced nutrition.
Stable environment: Avoid making hamsters feel stressed and nervous. Keep the environment quiet and avoid noise and radiation.
Regular check-ups: Check the health status of hamsters and deal with abnormal situations in time.
Through the above methods, European hamsters can be effectively raised to ensure their health and happiness.