Hamsters' molting periods mainly occur in spring and autumn, specifically from March to May and from August to October each year. During this time, hamsters shed their old fur and grow new hair to adapt to seasonal changes. Additionally, when there are significant weather changes, hamsters may also experience excessive hair loss, but this is a normal phenomenon, and new hair will grow back in a short period.
Reasons for Hamsters' Molting
- Seasonal Changes: Hamsters molt to adapt to different seasonal climate changes. Spring and autumn are the main molting seasons.
- Skin Diseases: If a hamster has a skin disease or a mite infection, it may lead to local hair loss. At this time, the owner needs to observe carefully and take appropriate treatment measures.
- Living Environment: An unsuitable living environment or bedding material may cause hamsters to be allergic, resulting in hair loss. Owners should adjust the hamsters' living environment according to seasonal changes.
- Diet Issues: An unbalanced diet or a lack of certain essential nutrients may also cause hair loss. Therefore, it is very important to provide high-quality and nutritionally balanced hamster food.
- Age Factor: Due to the decline in physical function, the fur of elderly hamsters also becomes sparse. This is a normal aging phenomenon.