Dwarf Chinese Hamster
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Description
Description
Product Description
Active mostly during the twilight and evening hours, the Dwarf Chinese hamster is a great observation pet. Given adequate space and supervision, they can be kept in small groups. These pint sized companions love to burrow and utilize enrichment items such as exercise wheels and tunnels.
- Life Expectancy 2 - 3 years.
- Max Size 2 inches; 1.5 - 1.8 ounces.
Feeding Instructions
Give fresh water and dwarf hamster food daily. Treats formulated for hamsters can be offered on occasion
Habitat and Care
Habitat and Care
Product Description
Active mostly during the twilight and evening hours, the Dwarf Chinese hamster is a great observation pet. Given adequate space and supervision, they can be kept in small groups. These pint sized companions love to burrow and utilize enrichment items such as exercise wheels and tunnels.
- Life Expectancy 2 - 3 years.
- Max Size 2 inches; 1.5 - 1.8 ounces.
Feeding Instructions
Give fresh water and dwarf hamster food daily. Treats formulated for hamsters can be offered on occasion
Habitat and Care
Chinese dwarf hamsters can be kept singularly in a minimum cage size of 24x24x12. Multiple animals will require more space. To ensure no injury or escapes happen, select a cage made specifically for dwarf hamsters with bars that are not too far apart. Glass or plastic dwarf hamster habitats can be used when adequately ventilated, and bedding should be changed more often. Dwarf Chinese hamsters are a great beginner animal for someone looking for a companion that does not need handling. Their small size and general clean nature, makes them one of the easier animals to care for. Clean food and water need to be offered daily, and hamster specific chews should be rotated to help keep their teeth from overgrowing. Hamsters benefit from a variety of exercise wheels, as well as tubes and tunnels for enrichment. Daily spot cleaning of the habitat is recommended and a weekly deep clean is required to keep your animal healthy long term. Dwarf Chinese hamsters can be handled outside their habitat with caution to not expose them to any dangers in the home environment. Although not generally aggressive, when handling them outside of their cage, caution should be used to prevent injury to them .
