How to Pick a Healthy Hamster
Check if the hamster's rear end is wet., Ask the pet shop/breeder if you can handle the hamsters.,Look for hamsters that have shiny coats, bright eyes, and are generally friendly, If the hamster is a bit jumpy at first when you handle him/her, don't...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Check if the hamster's rear end is wet.
If it is, do not purchase any hamsters from that store.
That means it has wet tail, which could possibly be contagious , If the hamster stands up on it's hind legs , don't buy it because that means its getting ready to attack.,, They are just getting used to being held., Ask the pet shop/breeder which ones are the friendliest. -
Step 2: Ask the pet shop/breeder if you can handle the hamsters.
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Step 3: Look for hamsters that have shiny coats
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Step 4: bright eyes
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Step 5: and are generally friendly
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Step 6: If the hamster is a bit jumpy at first when you handle him/her
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Step 7: don't worry that is not a bad thing.
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Step 8: Choose a hamster that you like.
Detailed Guide
If it is, do not purchase any hamsters from that store.
That means it has wet tail, which could possibly be contagious , If the hamster stands up on it's hind legs , don't buy it because that means its getting ready to attack.,, They are just getting used to being held., Ask the pet shop/breeder which ones are the friendliest.
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