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Congratulations on deciding to bring a hamster into your family! Make sure you have their new home set up before their arrival with this essential hamster shopping supply list.
Updated on June 19th, 2026
Read more tips about hamster housing including how to choose bedding & nesting materials as well as some safety tips to keep your pet hamster safe
Updated on June 19th, 2026

As your hamster settles into their new environment, learn how to build trust with them and pick them up with training and treats.
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Dwarf Hamsters, which includes Djungarian, Chinese, Russian and Roborovski Hamsters, have a high level of energy. They are clean and captivating companion animals.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Get to know your pet rabbit by understanding the signs of both a healthy and sick rabbit.
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Dachshunds tend to be snugglers, and also love to be buried (like under a blanket!). I'd look into a dog bed (or even a large cat bed) that has a [clamshell or hooded design]() that she can crawl into and be covered up by it. Most smaller dogs (especially dachshunds) tend to like this [cave type bed]().
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello there! It's not entirely surprising that Arwen has chosen her water bottle to hide under - this is fairly common for hamsters. As much as we want them to use all the awesome hiding structures we purchase for them, they always tend to pick something else, to our dismay (or turn fancy huts into boats) :) I don't think that there is any medical concern for Arwen unless she is acting strange, or isn't eating and drinking normally. If anything, a rodent that chooses to sleep in an unguarded location as opposed to in a hut is generally assumed to be comfortable with its surroundings, so that is a positive thing. My only concern with being under the water source is if there is any moisture or dripping from the bottle where she is sleeping - this could cause skin issues. You might consider moving the bottle to another location. Of course, if she chooses to move her bed underneath the bottle again, you'll just have to keep a close eye out for excess moisture in that location. Good luck, and feel free to post again if you have any other concerns!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
It sounds like Marshall has an eye infection. That needs to be checked out by a vet promptly. I'd take him into one now. While there, the vet can give him a health check and discuss this behavior at night.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
There are different products available online. Here are two websites that you can look at. You also need to look at your airlines specific requirements to make sure the product meets their standards. http://www.pet360.com/product/56464/petego-universal-sport-bag-pet-travel-carrier http://www.pettravelstore.com/petmate-airline-cargo-crate-small/
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for reaching out. Marshal Farms, Totally Ferret of 8 in 1 brand probably have the best reputation and experience. But others could be fine also, read the ingredient label. Ferrets are very finicky eaters so might have to perform trial and error.
Updated on September 24th, 2025