Despite the small size of the Syrian hamster, this pet needs good and proper care. It will depend on these features how long he will live.
Helpful information
The Syrian hamster is one of the most popular and common breeds of hamsters that humans breed as pets. Often they are also called "golden" or "sandy" due to the golden color of the coat.
In fact, Syrian hamsters are not particularly whimsical in matters of maintenance and care. These pets are distinguished by their special cleanliness and endurance. Syrian hamsters are perfect for people who have never kept any pets or who do not have much desire, energy and time to devote themselves to caring for a pet.
It is worth noting that Syrian hamsters are quite nimble and, if possible, can try to escape. Also, when buying this pet, many are interested in whether they bite or not. Of course not. A Syrian hamster can only bite in case of self-defense, or if the hands smell of something tasty.
Care features
It is recommended to keep the Syrian hamster in a cage specially designed for this pet. The minimum recommended dimensions are 40 × 30 × 30 centimeters. The cage should have strong metal rods. Please note that their integrity and strength should be checked from time to time. Also, the cage should be equipped with a plastic tray. Unlike wood flooring, plastic flooring is easier to clean. Thus, the cage will always be clean, and you will avoid the appearance of a specific odor. In addition, the Syrian hamster can gnaw through a wooden pallet if desired.
If the cage is roomy and spacious enough, you can put a special wooden house or a box for a hamster inside. There he will be able to rest, hide and even breed new offspring. It is worth noting that if you decide to have a pair of rodents, be prepared for expansion and replenishment. Syrian hamsters are very prolific creatures.
If you decide not to install a wooden house in a cage, make sure that the rodent can independently provide a nest for itself. To do this, lay hay, straw, rags, paper or special filler on the pallet in an even layer.
To keep the Syrian hamster healthy and not sick, provide it with a complete and varied diet. Remember: a lack of vitamins in your pet's diet can negatively affect its health. The hamster's food complex should contain: grain mixture (flax, oats, millet), plants (tradescantia), vegetables (carrots, lettuce). As for water, the rodent does not need much of it. As a rule, Syrian hamsters have enough moisture, which is contained in juicy and fresh food of plant origin.
