1.Hamsters may feel uneasy when they first arrive in unfamiliar environments, and some hamsters may experience diarrhea symptoms due to fear. It should be placed in a relatively quiet place to adapt to the new environment, and not in a hurry to hug them
2. Hamsters are suitable for survival at a temperature of 20-28 ° C, with a temperature difference of no more than 10 degrees. When the temperature is too low, they may fall into pseudo hibernation, so it is important to keep them warm in winter
3. The rat cage should be placed in a place that is away from direct sunlight or direct wind, but attention should be paid to ventilation and breathability.
4. The mouse cage should not be too close to the TV, audio system, or computer, and should avoid radiation and noise
5. Avoid direct sunlight on mice. In winter, you can increase the temperature indoors where you can feel the sunlight. In summer, you need to cool down
6. Hamsters should not turn on the air conditioning in summer, as the temperature difference caused by turning on and off the air conditioning may cause Hamsters to catch a cold
7. Do not leave hamsters outdoors in winter. If it is too cold, hamsters will hibernate. You can put the entire cage in a cardboard or wooden box and pay attention to ventilation
8. Rats have a high level of activity, and insufficient exercise can easily lead to unhappiness. In severe cases, mice may experience depression
9. The living space of hamsters should not be too small, and there should be at least water bottles, food bowls, small nests, running wheels and other supplies in the space
Basic consumables for hamsters
10. Hamster cage: The cage is an essential item for raising mice. The minimum standard for raising dwarf mice is 47 pounds, and for golden bears it is 60 pounds. However, the larger the cage, the better.
11. Mating materials: In spring, autumn, and winter, wood chips are mainly used, which can be paired with deodorizing paper particles, flower and grass mats, etc. In summer, urine sand and paper cotton are mainly used. Usually, it changes every 10 days, and in summer, it can be slightly more frequent. When replacing the new padding, you can slightly add some of the previous padding
12. Water bottle: The safest and most convenient way for hamsters to replenish water is to drink cold boiled water. You can choose a specialized water bottle that is suitable for the size of the hamster.
13. Food basin: can be purchased or not, and rat food can also be scattered in the cage for the rats to collect on their own.
14. Shelter: Try to choose a larger shelter as much as possible
15. Running wheels: It is recommended to choose a running wheel with a diameter greater than 20cm for dwarf hamsters, and at least 26cm or more for bear hamsters. The specific diameter depends on the size of the mouse. Make sure to stretch your body on the running wheels, as being too small can affect the growth of the spine of mice.
16. Sand basin: exclusively used for rodents to use the toilet and take showers. Specially designed sand pots are generally more expensive, but there are many low-cost alternatives: unused plastic small boxes, large bowls, small flower pots, and so on at home
17. Bathing sand/urine sand: Although rodents love cleanliness, most of them really can’t distinguish between bathing sand and urine sand (specific may vary depending on the rodent~). For them, it’s the same. Many rodents use urine and sand to take a bath, and the sand with its own odor makes them more at ease. Many rodents take baths and pee indiscriminately, so just buy a high-quality urine and sand, and pay special attention to dust issues!