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Trivia about hamsters. What should you know about them? These charming creatures lead a nocturnal lifestyle
Active, full of energy, can be tamed and not too big. These are the advantages of hamsters, which make them very often chosen for breeding at home. The two most popular species of these animals are Syrian hamsters and Djungarian hamsters. Here are interesting facts about hamsters.
The hamster is perfect for a pet kept at home. It must have a sizable cage, but smaller than a rabbit. And while it needs attention, it definitely needs less than a dog or cat. However, it should be remembered that it is an animal with a nocturnal lifestyle. During the day it sleeps, while it wakes up only in the evening, and this is the best time to make contact with the animal.
A hamster, regardless of breed, first needs to be accustomed to its sight, voice and smell. If the animal does not yet know us, near the cage you should not make sudden movements or speak loudly. Over time, the hamster will get to know us and get used to us. Then you can even try to teach it various tricks.
The animal needs a lot of movement — and at night. Therefore, an obligatory equipment of the cage is a reel. The basis of nutrition is grains. Hamsters also need to provide constant access to water. The most popular species is the Syrian hamster. Below are…
