Hamsters are naturally found in deserts and arid areas with a lack of water. This is why they’ve adapted a unique way of keeping their fur clean and shiny. Unlike other animals, they don’t clean themselves with saliva to preserve precious water. Instead, they roll around in the sand to maintain their hygiene. As hamster…
Hamsters might be petite animals, but they still need plenty of room in their cage to forage, burrow, run, and explore. Our pet’s wild cousins run up to 6 miles a day, going back and forth while foraging and bringing the food they find to their underground chambers. It’s important to allow our pets to…
Whether you’re new to the world of hamsters or just looking for some inspiration to upgrade your hamster’s living space, we bring you a complete guide on creating a cozy and enriching home for your hamster. By creating a thoughtfully set-up hamster cage, you’re providing a vibrant environment that encourages your pet to stay active…
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Hamsters are burrowing animals that live in complex underground burrow systems in the wild. It’s natural for them to create networks of tunnels with nesting and food chambers where they sleep and store food. They even have a dedicated chamber they use as a toilet! Wild hamster’s burrows are usually between 55 and 65 cm…
If you’re new to keeping hamsters, you may be wondering about the importance of a wheel for your new furry. Well, let me assure you, a wheel is an absolute must-have for hamsters, and they should never be without one. It’s essential to provide them with constant access to a wheel in their cage so…
Pet hamsters spend most of their time in a cage, so it’s important to provide a spacious living area that will allow your pet to engage in their natural behaviors. In the wild, hamsters create complex burrow systems underground, so you want the cage to be able to replicate that. Your hamster’s enclosure should allow…
Like all pet rodents, hamsters need to be provided with good quality, safe beddings and substrates. However, when choosing the best bedding type to give our pets, we need to take into account the particular needs of the species. This article was co-written with Beri Instone, small rodent wrangler extraordinaire (and custodian of many hamsters)….