What to Do and Not to Do with a Hamster

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What to Do and Not to Do with a Hamster

Many people assume, since hamsters are considered "beginner pets", that they should be easy to care for, but are they really? Thanks to this video tutorial you will be able to learn what to do and what not to do when you have a hamster.

The creator of this video will give you all the advice you need to know if you have a hamster. Knowing all this information, you will be able to give a better life to your hamster since thanks to this, you will be able to learn how to take care of it correctly.

There's a reason hamsters make great first pets, quite a few in fact. They are fun, cute, good with kids, and relatively easy to care for. But that doesn't mean you won't work a little.

Between cage cleaning, feeding, exercise, and manual training, you may feel overwhelmed for the first few weeks. Don't look for the refund button. Instead, follow these simple steps.

You'll spend far less time (and money) caring for your small pet than a large dog. But you still need to take care of it every day. Her standard care checklist includes daily feeding, water changing, and handling.

It's true, you need to bond with your hamster to get him used to you, and you'll have him play with him every day.

Your hamster will love cuddles, as long as you start early and pet him consistently. Remember that hamsters, like other mammals, use their sense of smell, and you can start by standing near their cage and talking to them if they are scared. These animals become aggressive if untamed, so frequent handling should be your priority.

Obtain a hand-raised animal. Holding your little rodent every day won't help if he already has aggressive tendencies. Look for a reputable breeder who carefully raised him for the first eight weeks of his life. Then you will work on your own training.

Do not leave your hamster for long periods. During the day, while you are working, he sleeps most of the time, so you are fine there.

But no hamster should be left unattended for an entire day. It's easy to get someone to feed and pet your pet for a few minutes when you're out of town.

Clean his cage frequently. Trust us, these little creatures make a big mess for their size, and you'll have to be diligent about cleaning the cage long after the attractant is gone. Choose a day that becomes a cleaning day and be sure to replace your bedding weekly.

Do not use harsh chemicals in the cleaning process. Even if you wash his things afterward, he is very sensitive to odors, especially bleach and other household products. You can invest in something safe for pets, but plain soap works well (make sure it's unscented).

If you want to know more about the do's and don'ts with a hamster, watch this video which will surely help you!

Enjoy This Video Tutorial About Hamsters

Source: Victoria Raechel

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