There are many different breeds of hamsters in the world, but such breeds as Syrian hamsters, Dzungarian hamsters, Campbell and Roborovskiy have gained great popularity. When choosing a rodent for your child, rely on their characteristics. All hamsters are nocturnal animals, they are active in the evening and at night. But, at the same time, hamsters are small in size, and it will be easier for the child to learn how to care for them. The cage with them takes up little space, they eat a little, and watching them is a pleasure.
Instructions
Step 1
Dzungarian hamsters. This breed is considered to be dwarf. Dzungarian hamsters grow small, only 5 cm in length. Their fur is dark, with a black stripe on the back.
They need a small cage, the running wheel should be about 10-15 cm in diameter. You can also put a bath with sand in the cage to the dzungarik, in which they will be happy to swim - to clean the fur coat. There must be water and food in the cage. Hamsters eat grain mixture; you can pamper them with vegetables and fruits, cottage cheese and cheese.
Dzungarian hamsters are quite small, so you need to take them in your hands carefully, without closing them in your palms. Dzungariki are poorly accustomed to hands, they get used to the owner for a very long time.
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Syrian hamsters are larger in size. In length, they reach 15 cm. Syrian hamsters come in different colors and with different hair lengths.
A pet cage is needed much more than for a Dzungarian breed. You need to feed these rodents in the same way as other hamsters. In addition to food and water, the cage must have a wheel with a diameter of at least 20 cm. Perhaps, with age, the wheel will have to be changed, because the Syrians will not run in a wheel that is small for them.
There is no need to bathe these hamsters, they wash themselves like cats. They can be trained to walk in the litter box, just put the toilet in the corner of the cage where the hamster walks.
Syrian hamsters are more friendly. They easily make contact, quickly get used to their hands. They often respond to the voice of the owner. Syrian hamsters differ from the rest in that they collect food and household materials in their cheek pouches, and then store supplies in secluded places. It is very interesting to watch how the Syrians rule.
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Campbell is the most aggressive breed. These hamsters value independence and are very rarely tamed. For this character trait and love them. The Campbell breed is for busier people who have no time to care for an animal and is not recommended for children.
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Roborovsky hamsters are a rare breed of dwarf hamsters. Unlike the Dzungarian, this breed does not have a line on the back and the legs are slightly longer. They are very active. Their distinguishing feature is their social lifestyle. They do not live alone, like other hamsters, but love company.
