1) Do not give the hamster a bath.
Bathing a hamster with water, such as a cat or dog, can be harmful, even if it seems illogical. Because hamsters are small animals, they cannot tolerate heat loss when placed in room temperature water. Even bathing in hot water is harmful because when wet, the moisture in the hair evaporates and the body temperature drops. If the hamster's internal calorific value does not keep up with the heat loss, the hamster will fall into shock. They will not be completely immobile as if they were dead. Owners should towel dry the hamster and, if in shock, place a heating pad in the hamster cage to restore normal body temperature. Bathing the hamster also removes the beneficial oils of the hamster himself. Hamsters do not need to be cleaned because they clean themselves. If the hamster's fur is dirty, brush it off with a small brush.
2) Do not keep Syrian hamsters in the same cage.
Syrian hamsters are known to be solitary and territorial, but they may not exhibit these traits when they are young. All Syrian hamster owners are well aware of this. Any pet store employee will tell you that at least one hamster has been killed by a Syrian. Other hamster breeds are actually notorious for being antisocial and violent. If you need to keep hamsters together, keep them with hamsters of the same sex and breed. Because this turned out to be quieter.
3) The aquarium is suitable for hamsters.
Some owners decide to keep their hamsters in an aquarium they already own to save money. Some would argue that this is harmful to hamsters. Ammonia is found in the urine of all mammals. Evaporation of ammonia damages the hamster's respiratory tract, causing pneumonia. Sneezing and tears will be the first indicators. However, because hamsters urinate relatively little, the amount of ammonia produced is also negligible. Pneumonia can develop in cages that are not cleaned regularly. If your hamster gets pneumonia, keep it well nourished and clean. Antibiotics may be prescribed by your veterinarian to kill the bacteria.
4) It is important to keep the hamster in a comfortable cage that is not too small.
Hamsters should not be kept in cages that are too small. Despite their small size, hamsters need a cage large enough to roam freely. Otherwise, difficulties may appear. Some hamsters can grow violently if kept in small cages. It's like being locked up in a cell. Hamsters are stressed by cages to protect us. As you get closer, you'll notice an increase in bites. If your hamster bites the cage more often, it's a clear sign that the cage is too small. This activity demonstrates a desire to be freed from one's own restraints. Gernot Kuhnen conducted a study on the effect of cage size and enrichment on core temperature and exothermic responses in golden hamsters. Golden hamsters have been shown to prefer cages with a surface area of 825 cm2 or more. Below 825 cm2, the hamster's body temperature rises, indicating that the hamster is under more stress.
5) Not all hamsters are good.
This can come as a surprise to many pet owners. The widespread belief that pets will be friendly and affectionate towards their owners once tamed. However, this may not be the case as each hamster has its own personality. Some hamsters prefer to be left alone in a cage and resent their owners when they play with them too much, while others crave attention from their owners. It's also a widely held belief that each hamster breed has its own personality. Many people consider the Syrian hamster to be a sociable and affectionate animal. Russian dwarf hamsters are known for being anti-social and vicious hamsters that like to bite their owners. Because every hamster has a unique personality, these are all urban legends.
6) Hamsters are difficult to care for and should not be purchased to give them a sense of responsibility.
Although hamsters are smaller than other pets, they may not be as easy to care for as other pets. For example, Syrian hamsters are nocturnal and only wake up in the early morning. Owners will have to sacrifice some sleep to feed and play with their hamsters. Young hamsters usually get bored quickly after sleeping all day. Moreover, pets should never be bought to teach children the importance of taking care of themselves. If a child leaves the hamster unattended, the hamster's life is at risk. There are several more ways we can teach responsibility to young people without endangering the lives of innocent people.
7) Some hamsters make a lot of noise.
Hamsters are known for being quiet, but there are a few exceptions, such as making noises. especially in the early morning hours. These hamsters are nocturnal and are very active day and night. If you keep the hamster cage in the room, it is easy to wake up to the sound of the hamster's wheels creaking or the water bottle rattling. The simplest way is to keep the hamster outside the room.