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 #1817096


Sasha0009
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 Need hamster experts needed:)

my parents finally said that they will finally THINK about geting me a hamster(they said there is going to be a 10 percent chance they will say yes,lol) but just in case can you post info on cages, bedding,toys, etc and the caging you provided?
08/02/08  02:30pm

 #1817199


Wyvern
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   Message To: Sasha0009   In reference to Message Id: 1817096


 Need hamster experts needed:)

Avoid getting a wire cage because the hamster will kick out his bedding and it will be all over your floor. A small glass terrarium keep the bedding inside and will be easier to clean.



08/02/08  04:28pm

 #1817280


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   Message To: Wyvern   In reference to Message Id: 1817199


 Need hamster experts needed:)

Glass holds in the phenols from the urine and bedding, and doesn’t provide good ventilation, which can lead to respiratory infections, which would be pretty difficult to treat (yes, a lot of people do treat it successfully) in such a small animal. Get a wire cage with a high plastic base, and with multiple levels if you can afford it. Carefresh and aspen are the best types of bedding in most peoples’ opinions, and be sure to provide adequate chew toys.
Good luck!
Hope this helps
-Peaches and Jeni
08/02/08  05:59pm

 #1817317


Sasha0009
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   Message To: FutureVet123   In reference to Message Id: 1817280


 Need hamster experts needed:)

thanks for the info!
08/02/08  06:28pm

 #1817815


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   Message To: Sasha0009   In reference to Message Id: 1817317


 Need hamster experts needed:)

here is my Syrian hamster(peanut)and his cage:
08/03/08  03:17am

 #1820468


ToxicxxxKitty
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   Message To: Amyers   In reference to Message Id: 1817815


 Need hamster experts needed:)

I’ve always bought my hamsters the cool, ’hampster cages’ with all the tubes and what not connected, ever hampster i’ve had loved those. It gives them something to do and most of them already come with a built in wheel. You need to have assorted chew toys for him/her. I wouldnt use a wire cage, if I was you. There little feet can get caught in the bars, wire on the sides is fine, wire on the floor is a no, unless you plan on covering it with something before you put your hampster in it. And when you go to pick out your hampster make sure hes the cutest and cuddliest :] Clear eyes, friendly, no sneezing and what not, and you should be fine. :]



08/05/08  12:14pm

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Sasha0009
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   Message To: ToxicxxxKitty   In reference to Message Id: 1820468


 Need hamster experts needed:)

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08/07/08  07:53pm

 #1823546


Senshokukiba
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   Message To: Sasha0009   In reference to Message Id: 1823295


 Need hamster experts needed:)

Personally, I’d avoid purchasing a cage for your hamster that has tons of tubes and tunnels. Cages like that are a pain to clean. Not to mention, a lot of them fall appart easily.



08/07/08  11:30pm

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   Message To: Senshokukiba   In reference to Message Id: 1823546


 Need hamster experts needed:)

I agree with sensho. The plastic cages with tubes and stuff are HUGELY annoying to clean and the hamsters escape from them all the time. A simple aquarium or wire cage is much better. If you like tubes, put them inside the cage instead.
08/08/08  12:21pm

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Sasha0009
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   Message To: Dragongirl6   In reference to Message Id: 1823963


 Need hamster experts needed:)

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08/16/08  07:17pm

 #1839897


Sasha0009
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   Message To: Sasha0009   In reference to Message Id: 1833167


 Need hamster experts needed:)

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08/22/08  10:24pm


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