Hamsters

How Long Can Hamsters Go Without Water?

If you are often away from home, as a hamster parent, you will be wondering how long you can leave them alone for, and how long they can go without water.  While hamsters can go 3-4 days without food, they...

How Long Can Hamsters Go Without Food?

As a hamster parent, you will want to know exactly how long your fluffy pet can go without food. It will help you both plan your own schedule to always be home when they need to be fed, and...

Why Does My Hamster Smell Bad? Is He Sick? 

Hamsters are often considered stinky animals, which is why a lot of potential pet owners ultimately decide not to get one. However, what most people don’t realize is that hamsters don’t actually smell that bad themselves, and that the...

Can Hamsters Eat Carrots? Are They Good for Their Teeth? 

Hamsters need some fruits and veggies in their diet. How much though, and what are some of the best ones to offer them? Are carrots a good idea? Or are they perhaps too hard or too high in sugar? Since...

Is My Hamster Dead or Hibernating? How Can I Tell?

Owners of hamsters, especially those who have never owned one before, can sometimes confuse their hibernation with death. After all, if they aren’t moving and can’t be roused, how are you to tell if your tiny pet is just...

Can Hamsters Eat Apples? Are They Good For Them? 

Watching hamsters eat has got to be one of the cutest activities you can have as a pet hamster owner. They are absolutely adorable when they puff their cheeks out!  What do hamsters need to eat to stay healthy though,...

Why Does My Hamster Stare At Me? Am I That Cool? 

It can be a bit disconcerting when you catch your hamster staring at you. You may just be going about your day, doing nothing in particular, only to notice a pair of tiny eyes looking at you from their...

Can Hamsters Eat Cheese? Is It a Good Snack?

Hamsters need to eat what is known as “commercial hamster food”, aka hamster pellets, as well hay, vegetables and fruits to stay healthy. They also need hay, some nuts and herbs.  Does cheese make it onto that list though? Is...

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