Hamsters can develop allergic reactions, commonly due to certain foods or environmental factors, such as dusty types of bedding, airborne chemicals, and certain materials (plastic or metal). The most common […]
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7 Warning Signs of Urinary Tract Infections in Hamsters
Hamsters, especially older females, can be prone to urinary tract infections (UTIs). The most common signs of UTIs in hamsters are a reluctance to urinate or incontinence and regular urination, […]
8 Clear Signs A Hamster Is Dehydrated (And What To Do About It!)
While hamsters are descended from ancestors from arid desert conditions, those that enter homes are born and raised in pet stores. So, hamsters are used to having access to fresh […]
Can A Hamster Survive A Broken Leg? [Vet Treatment + Prognosis]
Small rodent pets have vulnerable skeletons. Broken limbs, especially hind legs, are common in hamsters. Broken legs in hamsters come in two forms – open and closed fractures. Open fractures […]
How Do I Know If My Hamster Has Parasites?
Hamsters can be prone to external parasites, like mites and fleas. Hamsters can also experience intestinal parasites, like roundworms, pinworms, or tapeworms. External parasites in hamsters are identifiable by excessive […]
Can Hamsters Die from Flystrike? [Myiasis]
Flystrike (myiasis) is a potentially fatal health condition that sometimes affects hamsters. Hamsters that can’t groom themselves due to age-related conditions like arthritis are most at risk of flystrike. The […]
Sticky Eye in Hamsters: Causes, Symptoms + Treatment
A healthy hamster will have bright, black eyes that are wide open while it’s awake. If the eyes are glued shut and surrounded by gunk and crust, it likely has […]
Can Hamsters Die from Cushing’s Disease?
Cushing’s disease (also known as hyperadrenocorticism) occurs in hamsters when the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Cortisol is a natural hormone the body produces as a reaction to stress. […]
How To Treat Pyometra in Hamsters [Antibiotics vs. Surgery]
Female hamsters are susceptible to pyometra, a life-threatening infection in the uterus. Pyometra in hamsters can be treated with antibiotics to reduce symptoms. Aglepristone, an antiprogestin medication, has been successful […]
How To Save A Choking Hamster [Easy-To-Follow Advice + Tips]
No matter what steps you take to avoid your hamster choking, it can sometimes happen, although it’s rare. It’s scary to think that your hamster might choke, especially when you […]