In this case, the best course of action is to take them to a vet to rule out other more serious conditions. Hamsters showing accompanying signs of illness may well have salmonella, flu or well tail, in which case they will require prompt veterinary attention. Wet tail can be fatal and even if in doubt, its best to have them checked over by a veterinarian. Choosing to feed small amounts of fresh food which contain a lower water content will help avoid potential diarrhoea episodes — broccoli and carrot are good choices.
Ensuring the cage is regularly and thoroughly cleaned will help prevent bacteria growth. Be sure to provide fresh water each day and keep the water bottle clean and free from algae build up. Take out old food and replace with fresh food daily. Keep your hamster cage away from drafts such as by windows and doors and in an area with a consistently warm temperature. Skip to content Main Navigation. Should I be worried? She always makes noises so she seems normal. I have a 5 month old hamster she seems to be making crying like noises, is that normal?
My hamster been running in tight circle for a while and been doing this for past few days. Is it normal for my hamster to do that?
My hamster is drinking a lot of water compared to my other hamster and is pacing back and forth and doing weird things in her cage like flipping and jumping off of stuff. What could it be that's causing this? Is this type of poop normal for a chicken to poop? His poop a while ago was brown but then it somehow changed into this color. My hamster has a pea sized lump on his side which seems to irritate him and he hates it being touched,he is a young Syrian hamster and this bump has been there for a while now.
Healthy Pet Weight Calculator Find out your pet's ideal weight. Learn more. Is this diarrhea? Also, is a hamster ball good for a hamster? I am pet sitting for a friends hamster soon and Im going away with out the hamster for 3 days worried about being cold. Is there somethingthatcanhelp? My hamster has poop on his butt. There is only one piece, but I'm still concerned.
Should I take him to the vet? My hamster is very unbalanced and seems to be going to the left. My brother dropped my hamster while he was in a closed running wheel and my hamster stopped moving for a while. He looked like he was limping for a bit. He seems fine now but do I have to take him to the vet to have him checked just in case? Purchasing quality pellet food from your local pet store or online that is designed only for hamsters will ensure that their dietary needs are met.
For example, this is an excellent brand to buy for a great price on Amazon. Its nutritionally balanced and promotes natural foraging behaviors. Most animals will poop when they are scared or stressed, and hamsters are no exception. If you find this is happening with your pet a lot, something in their environment could be causing it. For example, if the family cat enjoys investigating what is going on with your hamster, you may need to move the cage to an area inaccessible to the cat.
Hamsters are prey for cats, and they will react with fear when bothered by one. Hamsters feel safe when they are in their cage. Keeping them away for too long can cause stress that could also make them poop more. Hamsters can poop in one spot, although you will find that when you get a new hamster, they tend to go all over the cage.
Hamsters can be trained to do their business in a litter box within the cage. Once they know to use this box, it is rare that they will choose to go in another spot. Keep in mind though that hamsters do not have actual control of their bowels the way that humans do, so do not be surprised if you find some poop not in the box occasionally. If they are not litter trained, some hamsters will poop only in one corner of their cage.
Others do not discriminate and will poop as they are walking around. When hamsters live in a small cage it is good to get on to a schedule where you clean it out thoroughly at least every seven days.
If you have more than one hamster living in there you will probably need to do it even more frequently. With the cage being small it will get overrun with poop quickly. Larger cages can be cleaned every couple of weeks, but this will depend on the size.
You want your pet to be happy, and a big part of this is providing them with a clean place to live. There are certain things that you should do daily to prevent unpleasant smells in between complete cage cleanings.
Pick out any noticeable poop whenever you see it and check their bedding as well. If their bedding is wet, remove it and replace it with fresh bedding. Also make sure to change both food and water daily. When you are cleaning the entire cage, move your hamster to a secure location before starting. The reason being is that any vegetable with green leaves contains Chlorophyll, which is a green pigment that is required for photosynthesis in plants, algae and cyanobacteria.
Although this is not as common. Although it is not as common in hamsters, they can get the virus from wild mice that might be present at the breeder, a pet shop or even in the home.
Mice and hamsters harbor the virus which is subsequently excreted from their body via their urine, feces or semen. It can also be found in nasal secretions.
Unfortunately, humans are capable of contracting LCM either from exposure to dust or food which has been contaminated by a house mouse or hamster. In order to avoid contracting LCM, avoid direct contact with hamster and mouse feces. When handling your hamster, it is also a good idea to wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
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