There are two main species of hamsters kept as pets: Syrian (Golden) hamsters and Siberian (Dwarf) hamsters. Syrian hamsters are solitary by nature. You shouldn’t put them together after they reach 10 ...

Hamsters are common family pets. They’re distant cousins of mice and rats. Their small size and cleanliness make them easy to care for. Hamsters are good pets for children or first-time pet owners.

You may be fascinated by the fact that there are more than 20 unique hamster species you can find across the world. That’s quite overwhelming when you want to pick your next pet. In all fairness, only ...

The first pet I remember from my childhood was a little white hamster I named Hammy Baby. He had the requisite wheel, toys, bedding, etc., recommended by the pet store to keep him happy, but his goal ...

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Pet ownership marks an important chapter in any child's life, as it can help educate them about the circle of life. However due to the responsibility of caring for animals, parents often opt for ...