Happiness in hamsters can be identified through vocalizations. Contented hamsters will squeak (without hissing or screaming, which suggests stress), click their teeth together, and purr and coo. Physical behavior is […]

Most captive hamsters are native to desert conditions, so digging is a natural behavior. While a pet hamster was almost certainly born in captivity, it’ll retain instincts that drive it […]

Hamsters’ tubes are replicas of the tunnels they instinctively build in their natural environment. Wild hamsters use those tunnels for protection against predators and threats, such as extreme weather. They […]

For wild hamsters, tunnels are a means of escape and livelihood. Hamsters use the tunnels to stay out of sight of predators, take shelter from the weather, store their food, […]

When you look at hamsters’ fluffy fur, cute puffy cheeks, and little pointed ears, you’d be forgiven for thinking they’d never become aggressive and fight each other. You’ve grown used […]

Hamsters’ cheeks contain expandable pouches on both sides of their head, allowing them to store and transport food and other items they consider important to their comfort and survival. Hamsters […]

Cage rage is a common psychological disorder that can affect any animal. However, it’s more likely to afflict pets restricted to a cage for long hours, if not constantly. Hamsters […]

Hamsters need to exercise, so spending long hours on their exercise wheels is normal and healthy. The amount of exercise needed depends on the hamster’s age, health, species, and weight. […]

Hamsters are fearful animals due to their lowly position in the food chain, so they can become defensive. The most common grievance among owners is that their hamsters are prone […]

It’s always concerning when a hamster starts to bite itself. As this isn’t for dominance or defensive reasons, you may be puzzled by why the hamster has become self-destructive. If […]