{"id":7813,"date":"2021-10-07T17:33:55","date_gmt":"2021-10-07T16:33:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=7813"},"modified":"2024-02-18T14:29:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-18T14:29:55","slug":"hamster-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/hamster-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Most Intiguing Hamster Facts (2024 UPDATE)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you interested in learning some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hamster facts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? You\u2019re in the right place. Although hamsters are one of the most popular pets, most people don\u2019t really know that much about them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are fascinating in more ways than one, so prepare to be surprised.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='top-10-most-interesting-facts-about-hamsters'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top 10 Most Interesting Facts About Hamsters<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters can be <a href=\"#found in the wilderness\">found in the wilderness<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters are <a href=\"#most active at dusk and dawn\">most active at dusk and dawn<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters\u2019 front teeth <a href=\"#never stop growing\">never stop growing<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters have a <a href=\"#terrible short-term memory\">terrible short-term memory<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s <a href=\"#It\u2019s Illegal\">illegal to own a hamster<\/a> in Hawaii.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamster cheek pouches can carry <a href=\"#20% of their weight\">20% of their weight<\/a>!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters can be good pets for <a href=\"#people with allergies to pet fur\">people with allergies to pet fur<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters are <a href=\"#not suitable\">not suitable pets for young children<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Syrian hamsters are <a href=\"#likely to become cannibals\">likely to become cannibals<\/a> if not kept alone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To keep a Chinese dwarf hamster in California or New Jersey, <a href=\"#you need a special permit\">you need a special permit<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id='general-hamster-facts'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamster Facts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like hamsters, there are some details and facts you absolutely need to know \u2014 some of which might even surprise you. We\u2019ve compiled some of the most intriguing ones, so read on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='1-hamsters-can-be-found-in-the-wilderness'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Hamsters can be found in the wilderness.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Omlet)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They live in Europe and Asia in rocky areas or deserts. These places have something in common \u2014 temperature variations that can go from extremely hot to extremely cold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needless to say, the hamsters you can buy in a shop are not wild ones. Most of them are bred for sale in the infamous pet mills where pets live in terrible conditions. This is the reason why about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/puppy-mill-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">300 cities and the same number of countries prohibit the retail sale of pets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='2-hamsters-are-most-active-at-dusk-and-dawn'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Hamsters are most active at dusk and dawn.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(BeChewy)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that if you buy a hamster, you can expect that it will be most active in the late evenings and early in the morning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this doesn\u2019t have to be true for all hamsters. Dwarf hamsters sometimes wake up during the day, while Syrian hamsters, the most common breed, almost never do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your hamster doesn\u2019t wake up during the day on its own, it\u2019s essential not to wake them up. Disrupting their natural sleep cycle can lead to many diseases. And no matter how hard you try, they can\u2019t stop being semi-nocturnal animals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='3-hamsters-have-a-terrible-short-term-memory'>3. Hamsters have a terrible short-term memory.<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Rodent Life)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their long-term memory, on the other hand, is excellent, but just for survival purposes. They\u2019ll remember everything about their cage, where they should go to the toilet, eat, and play.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can even recognize you, but you shouldn\u2019t expect them to recognize somebody they don\u2019t see much. This doesn\u2019t mean that they\u2019re not smart. They just don\u2019t remember things not essential to them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='4-hamsters-are-short-sighted-and-color-blind'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Hamsters are short-sighted and color blind.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Hamsters as Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like most other pets, they\u2019re born entirely blind. After they start seeing, it doesn\u2019t get much better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re able to see just a few inches in front and in black and white. This is why they should never be in high places or carried around, as they could jump off and get injured.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their other senses compensate for the bad sight. They can hear sounds that humans can\u2019t, and they can recognize each other by smell.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='5-hamsters%e2%80%99-front-teeth-never-stop-growing'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Hamsters\u2019 front teeth never stop growing.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(PetMD)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they don\u2019t nibble with their front teeth, they can grow indefinitely. This is the case with most rodents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overgrown front teeth can cause discomfort when eating and can even puncture their tongues. They might also accidentally break their front teeth and not be able to eat normally.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='6-their-cheek-pouches-can-carry-20-of-their-weight'>6. Their cheek pouches can carry 20% of their weight!<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Business Insider)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It would be similar to an average person carrying 30 lbs of food. Amazing, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their cheek pouches are very deep. They can extend halfway down their bodies and expand like balloons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is due to the fact that they are natural hoarders. In the wilderness, they have to eat very often \u2014 but they can\u2019t forage for food that often. So, they store their food and eat it later in their shelter, where they are safe from predators.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='7-hamsters-are-easily-scared'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Hamsters are easily scared.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Vet Explains Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters are afraid of loud sounds, strong smells, and everything they can\u2019t see. If you approach them quickly or talk loudly, they will also become scared of you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they bite, hide, don\u2019t eat, or seem to be jumpy, they are definitely scared.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='8-the-lifespan-of-a-hamster-is-up-to-four-years'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. The lifespan of a hamster is up to four years.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Mom)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this also depends on the breed. Most dwarf hamsters live only for two years. Regular Syrian hamsters usually live a bit longer, for three years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because hamsters are easily scared and can die of shock, it\u2019s not uncommon for them to live a life shorter than two years. They also regularly die from the long-tail disease, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmonella,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and obesity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, the longest you can expect your hamster to live is around four years, at best.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='hamsters-as-pets%c2%a0'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters as Pets\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve prepared some facts to help you see how hamsters function as pets. If you ask us, they can be both good and bad pets. It depends on you and your preferences. Check out the facts to see if they fit you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='9-hamsters-can-be-good-pets-for-people-with-allergies-to-pet-fur'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Hamsters can be good pets for people with allergies to pet fur.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Molekule)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/allergy-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no pets are truly hypoallergenic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, hamsters are as close to hypoallergenic pets as it gets thanks to their short fur. They don\u2019t shed a lot and are generally clean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you are allergic to anything else connected to pets, like dander or saliva, you\u2019ll still be allergic to hamsters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='10-hamsters-are-not-suitable-pets-for-young-children'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Hamsters are not suitable pets for young children.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(PawTracks)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Young children under the age of 8\u201310 cannot take care of a hamster without adult supervision. Some hamster breeds are not very friendly and can react when touched.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters can bite children if they are not careful enough. They can also escape and are not easily found afterward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most importantly, since they live for only 2\u20134 years at most, a child will have to go through the death of their pet at a very young age.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='11-they-are-extremely-clean-animals'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. They are extremely clean animals.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(PBS Pet travel)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike most pets, hamsters don\u2019t need baths. They\u2019re extremely good at keeping themselves clean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters also know which part of the cage to use as a toilet and won\u2019t get other areas dirty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='12-it%e2%80%99s-possible-to-train-a-hamster-but-it%e2%80%99s-not-easy'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. It\u2019s possible to train a hamster, but it\u2019s not easy.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Rodent Life)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll need to spend a lot of time and have a lot of patience when training your hamster. Like with all other animals, positive reinforcement is the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to their terrible short-term memory, they can\u2019t remember everything easily, and might need some time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, some breeds are not interested in being trained and have a more passive nature. Others might be too hyperactive to be trained. Finally, some might have individual traits that make them less interested in training.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='13-it%e2%80%99s-illegal-to-own-a-pet-hamster-in-hawaii'>13. It\u2019s Illegal to own a pet hamster in Hawaii.<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(PetsGetStarted)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hawaii\u2019s dry and warm climate is ideal for hamsters. Since hamsters breed easily, two pet hamsters that escape can disrupt the natural balance. This is why the authorities don\u2019t want hamsters on their islands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s the same in other warm and dry places, like Australia, where you also cannot own a hamster.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='facts-about-hamster-breeds'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts About Hamster Breeds<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are around 20 hamster breeds of regular and dwarf sizes. Each of these breeds has some distinct features. Keep reading to learn more about them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='14-dwarf-hamsters-are-more-social-than-syrian-hamsters'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14. Dwarf hamsters are more social than Syrian hamsters.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Pet Supplies Plus)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Syrian hamsters are not extremely friendly and don\u2019t like to be around other hamsters. Dwarf hamsters like to be with other hamsters, but mainly those that come from the same litter or enclosure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also advisable to get a pair of the same sex \u2014 unless you want to breed them, of course.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just keep in mind that there is no guarantee. Most dwarf hamsters will accept company, but some might still prefer to live alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='15-the-syrian-hamster-is-the-biggest-breed-growing-up-to-8-inches'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15. The Syrian hamster is the biggest breed, growing up to 8 inches.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Pet Keen)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Syrian hamster is what most people have in mind when thinking about hamsters. It\u2019s bigger, growing almost double the size of dwarf hamsters. It\u2019s short-haired, typically light brown, resembling the color of a teddy bear.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other names for Syrian hamsters are short-haired, teddy bears, and golden hamsters, because of their fur color.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='16-syrian-hamsters-are-likely-to-become-cannibals-if-not-kept-alone'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16. Syrian hamsters are likely to become cannibals if not kept alone.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Mom)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This happens only in captivity, as Syrian hamsters are solitary creatures. They don\u2019t like any company in their cage. If you introduce another hamster, they can become highly aggressive, kill their cage mate, and eat them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can happen with dwarf hamsters too. They become aggressive when they don\u2019t like their cage mate. But, with them, the cases of cannibalism are less common.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='17-black-bear-hamsters-can-grow-to-be-obese'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17. Black bear hamsters can grow to be obese.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Little Furry Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s due to the fact that, like other Syrian hamsters and their sub-breeds, black bear hamsters don\u2019t like to move a lot. They are not as active as dwarf hamsters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since they don\u2019t move much, they can have many health problems. Feeding them a balanced diet and providing them with plenty of toys is essential if you want to prevent this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='18-winter-white-hamsters-change-color-twice-a-year'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18. Winter white hamsters change color twice a year.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Wide Open Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This unique hamster breed is white in the winter and grey\/brown during the rest of the year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It changes the coat color to adapt to the winter snow. So, if you live in warmer conditions, it can stay gray throughout the year, as there would be no need for the change.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='19-campbell%e2%80%99s-dwarf-hamsters-are-prone-to-diabetes-%c2%a0'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19. Campbell\u2019s dwarf hamsters are prone to diabetes.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(The Spruce Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since they can easily get diabetes, it\u2019s essential to notice the symptoms early on and change their diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Campbell\u2019s dwarf hamsters that are especially low in energy, drinking and urinating too much, and shivering often, most likely have diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='20-to-keep-a-chinese-dwarf-hamster-in-california-or-new-jersey-you-need-a-special-permit'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20. To keep a Chinese dwarf hamster in California or New Jersey, you need a special permit.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(The Spruce Pets)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chinese dwarf hamsters are considered to be exotic animals in California and New Jersey. So, like with most exotic animals, you need a license for keeping it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you wish to have a Chinese dwarf hamster as a pet, you have to report it and get permission from the authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='21-roborovski-hamsters-are-the-smallest-and-fastest-hamster-breed'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21. Roborovski hamsters are the smallest and fastest hamster breed.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Dwarf Hamster Guide)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robo hamsters grow only up to 3 inches \u2014 the size of an average thumb!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because they are so small, they are incredibly agile and playful. They are also fast and almost impossible to catch when they escape.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although they don\u2019t like to be held, they are friendly with other hamsters and entertaining to watch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='faq'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id='what-can-hamsters-eat'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What can hamsters eat?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters can eat seeds, fruits, vegetables, and some nuts. They usually eat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">packaged food that combines hamster-friendly ingredients<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but they can also eat fresh fruit and vegetables. Eggs are also given to hamsters for protein intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you shouldn\u2019t give your hamster almonds, peanuts, garlic, onions, eggplant, citruses, and tomatoes. You should also avoid anything too sweet, like chocolate, bananas, or dates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But be careful to feed them in moderation, as they can become obese easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(PetMD)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='which-hamsters-are-the-friendliest'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which hamsters are the friendliest?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Syrian hamsters are the friendliest with humans, while Roborovski hamsters are the friendliest with other hamsters. On the other hand, Syrian hamsters don\u2019t like other hamsters, and Roborovski hamsters are not that interested in humans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Animal Club, Dwarf Hamster Guide)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='do-hamsters-recognize-their-owners'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do hamsters recognize their owners?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, hamsters can recognize their owners. After they\u2019ve heard your voice and sensed your smell for some time, they\u2019ll be able to recognize you and might also react to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Hamster Club)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='what-kind-of-smells-do-hamsters-hate'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What kind of smells do hamsters hate?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters hate all strong smells. Their least favorite is the smell of citruses. Also, essential oils, air fresheners, fabric softeners, and perfumes can all irritate hamsters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, before handling your hamster, you should wash your hands with perfume-free soap.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An interesting fact is that Syrian hamsters don\u2019t even like the smell of other hamsters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Hamster guru)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='how-long-can-my-hamster-be-left-alone'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long can my hamster be left alone?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can leave your hamster alone for some time. The limit is usually two days, but it all depends on how friendly and close to you the hamster typically is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re leaving for a longer time, it\u2019s a good idea to have somebody check on your pet from time to time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Animals HQ)<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='final-thoughts'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some people consider hamsters boring, they are brilliant and exciting animals that many people love having as pets. There\u2019s definitely more to these fascinating animals than what meets the eye.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hamster facts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helped you understand these small creatures better and appreciate them even more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='sources'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sources:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/animal-club.co.uk\/which-hamster-breed-is-best-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal Club<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalshq.com\/how-long-can-you-leave-a-hamster-alone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animals HQ<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/be.chewy.com\/understanding-your-hamsters-sleep-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BeChewy<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/how-hamsters-stuff-so-much-food-in-cheeks-2018-5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business Insider<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dwarfhamsterguide.com\/roborovski-dwarf-hamster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dwarf Hamster Guide<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hamster-club.com\/article.asp?ID=387\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamster Club<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hamsterguru.com\/how-good-is-a-hamsters-sense-of-smell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamster Guru<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hamstersaspets.co.uk\/hamster-senses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamsters as Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/littlefurrypets.com\/black-bear-hamster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little Furry Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/molekule.science\/hypoallergenic-pets-for-people-with-allergies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Molekule<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/animals.mom.com\/life-span-hamsters-1201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mom<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/animals.mom.com\/hamsters-cannibalize-3591.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mom<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omlet.co.uk\/guide\/hamsters\/about_hamsters\/hamsters_in_the_wild\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omlet<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawtracks.com\/other-animals\/hamster-friendly-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PawTracks<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbspettravel.co.uk\/blog\/hamsters-as-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PBS Pet travel<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/petkeen.com\/syrian-hamster-vs-dwarf-hamster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet Keen<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/exotic\/general-health\/how-keep-hamster-teeth-healthy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetMD<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/exotic\/nutrition\/evr_ex_hm_what-can-hamsters-eat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetMD<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/petsgetstarted.com\/hamsters-are-they-allowed-in-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetsGetStarted<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rodentlife.com\/how-smart-are-hamsters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rodent Life<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/dwarf-campbells-russian-hamsters-1238945\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Spruce Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">T<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/chinese-hamsters-1238946\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he Spruce Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetexplainspets.com\/scared-hamster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vet Explains Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wideopenpets.com\/dwarf-winter-white-hamster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide Open Pets<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What can hamsters eat?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Hamsters can eat seeds, fruits, vegetables, and some nuts. They usually eat packaged food that combines hamster-friendly ingredients, but they can also eat fresh fruit and vegetables. Eggs are also given to hamsters for protein intake.\\nHowever, you shouldn\u2019t give your hamster almonds, peanuts, garlic, onions, eggplant, citruses, and tomatoes. You should also avoid anything too sweet, like chocolate, bananas, or dates. \\nBut be careful to feed them in moderation, as they can become obese easily.\\n(PetMD)\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which hamsters are the friendliest?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Syrian hamsters are the friendliest with humans, while Roborovski hamsters are the friendliest with other hamsters. 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Also, essential oils, air fresheners, fabric softeners, and perfumes can all irritate hamsters.\\nSo, before handling your hamster, you should wash your hands with perfume-free soap.\\nAn interesting fact is that Syrian hamsters don\u2019t even like the smell of other hamsters.\\n(Hamster guru)\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long can my hamster be left alone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You can leave your hamster alone for some time. The limit is usually two days, but it all depends on how friendly and close to you the hamster typically is. \\nIf you\u2019re leaving for a longer time, it\u2019s a good idea to have somebody check on your pet from time to time.\\n(Animals HQ)\"}}]}<\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hamster cheek pouches can carry 20% of their weight! Read our 21 hamster facts for more information about these small and loving animals!<br \/>\n [&#8230;]<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/hamster-facts\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from 21 Most Intiguing Hamster Facts (2024 UPDATE)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28,"featured_media":7814,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11,12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7813","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-stats-and-facts"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7813","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/28"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7813"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7813\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7814"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7813"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7813"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7813"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}