FAQs

My hamster has escaped! How can I find it? We invite you to watch our video on How to find a hamster: "Click here", it will surely help you. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF 20% DISCOUNT?

It's very difficult to say. She will only look fatter than normal about 2 days before giving birth. She may build a nest or improve the existing one and will generally be more active than normal. Dwarf hamsters are pregnant for about 19-21 days (Syrians only 16 days) so the best thing you can do is wait and see. When they give birth, you can consult our You Tube channel "The How and Why of my pet" on what to do in these cases, but above all remember not to touch the babies. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF 20% DISCOUNT?

Syrians generally live for about three years. Smaller varieties, like the Siberian or Campbell, don't live as long, usually around two years. The Roborovski is the exception among dwarf hamsters, and has lived three years in captivity. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

It depends, the theory says that not since hamsters are solitary and territorial animals. However, sometimes by putting together 2 small, young hamsters, they can get to live together. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

They are called "hip points" and are scent glands that they use to mark their territory. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF 20% DISCOUNT?

No, nature has provided hamsters with a natural oil to keep their skin clean and in condition. That's why they spend a lot of time grooming and licking each other. Although they can swim, water baths are not recommended. If a wet hamster gets cold, it can lead to the flu and possibly death. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

Try to use a small amount of Vaseline. Vaseline will stop squeaking and is non-toxic unlike many other lubricants such as WD-40. You can also put a little olive oil. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

Adult Syrian hamsters generally grow to be between 6 and 7 centimeters in length and adult dwarf hamsters between 3 and 5 centimeters in length. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

Hamsters are crepuscular, which means they like to sleep during the day and stay up all night. If you don't believe me, try putting your hamster's cage in your room one night and see if you can get any sleep. This is not to say that you will never see it. If you are affectionate and gentle with your hamster, when you get home and he hears you, he will be waiting for you. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

No, they are not blind. Various studies indicate that they are quite myopic, they are only able to see objects a few centimeters away. After that point they are only able to detect large objects. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?

Yes, but usually not without good cause. If it is scared or is afraid for some reason it can bite you, if it has just arrived and does not know the territory it can also bite you and even if it feels bad. The most common reason is due to mistrust or because they are caught improperly. DO YOU WANT A WELCOME GIFT OF A 20% DISCOUNT?