Taming a hamster

Even if the hamster can't be trained to do all sorts of tricks, you can tame itso that it becomes an affectionate and cuddly companion. 

Also, some hamsters will soften quickly, others are more difficult, which is otherwise valid with any other animal. However, to tame hamsters you will need patience, kindness, time and dedication, and the animal should not be punished in any way! 

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Do hamsters drink water?

Hamsters drink water?

This is a often asked question and the answers found on the web are different, which is confusing for a beginner. Some say yes, others no because they extract water from succulent food. What is truth?

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How to choose a hamster

Hamsters - small animals, furry, silky and quiet are pleasant pets and do not require special care. If you decide to purchase yourself one or more hamsters, here are some steps that you should keep in mind when you go shopping.

1 Before buying a hamster get ready to receive it. Buy all the accessories necessary for it , so that when you bring it home everything is prepared. 

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What do hamsters eat?

What do hamsters eat? 

The Hamster is a rodent that typically makes no fuss about food and is, in fact, omnivorous. If you can you ensure that one fifth of the daily ration is composed of protein foods, besides special hamster food found in pet shops, you can enrich your hamster's daily menu with almost any food, of plant or animal origin:


VEGETABLES: carrots, lettuce, parsley (rich in vitamin C), green beans, corn;
FRUIT: bananas, apples, walnuts, apricots;
MEAT: Chicken (chicken, turkey) - boiled, not fried;

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Raising a hamster

       
     If you intend to raise a hamster, there are some important things that you have to know about their needs. Food, water, the cage and the way you treat it matter very much when it comes down to it's wellbeing.


Food
Make sure it's fresh and healthy! (best are fruit, vegetables and cereals). Try to avoid feeding it chocolate or products rich in sugar. Give them hard dog biscuits as well, so that they can chew and avoid growing long teeth.

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