Steps To Dwarf Hamster Breeding

If you own dwarf hamsters then chances are that you must be considering breeding your hamsters. Breeding dwarf hamsters is considered hard since most people do not know what to do once the babies are born. Breeding dwarf hamsters is a simple task once you know what exactly has to be done. This article will provide the steps to dwarf hamster breeding.

 
The first step to dwarf hamster breeding is to put the male hamster with the female hamster. If there are other dwarf hamsters in the cage then you should remove them so that there are no fights over the female hamster. The male hamster should be at least 2 months old and the female hamster should be at least 4 months old. After the male impregnates the female you should remove the male from the cage. Many breeders and dwarf hamster owners leave the male with the female for 1 or 2 days to make sure that he has done the required task.

The second step to breeding dwarf hamsters is to give the female nutritious food. Female dwarf hamsters give birth to pups in 18 – 21 days and during this period you should give your female hamster a balanced yet nutritious diet. You should include vegetables, fruits, seeds and a small amount of pellets in her diet so that she gets all the required nutrients.

The third step to breeding dwarf hamsters is to prepare the cage and to wait. Ten days before the female gives birth you should thoroughly clean the cage. You should change the bedding, remove any uneaten food, wash the cage and you should also keep a few soft tissues in the cage so that the mother can make a cozy nest for the pups.

The fourth step to breeding dwarf hamsters is to have patience. Once a female hamster gives birth she will not like humans touching her pups and she will get stressed if you come too close to the cage. You should watch the hamster and her pups from a distance and intervene only when necessary. You should give the mother hamster food twice a day along with fresh water. The mother will feed her pups and she will take good care of them provided she does not get scared or spooked.

The fifth step to breeding dwarf hamsters is to care of the pups. When the pups are two or three weeks old they should be separated from the mother and they should be kept in their own cages. It is always advised to keep males alone and females in a separate cage so that the males do not impregnate the females.

 
The sixth and last step to dwarf hamster breeding is deciding whether to keep the baby hamsters or sell them. It can be a hard decision after you have watched them grow from tiny little babies to juveniles. If you plan on selling them it is smart not to get attached to them and give them names and such because it will be hard on you when they leave to go to the pet store or their new home.

How to Buy a Healthy Hamster ? 7 Steps Guide

Heading for the store to buy a hamster? That’s great! But did you do your homework? Here is 7 Steps Guide on how to choose a healthy hamster.

Check the fur: Look for parasites, bald patches, sticky areas and make sure the fur looks normal, shinny and equal. The hamster grooms himself many times during the day so any abnormalities in the coat are because of the poor health condition.

Look at his eyes, nose and ears: Eyes should be clear and lively, the nose dry and free of discharge and the ears soft. Any abnormality in these is a sign of a disease and improper care, so be very careful. Bites signs mean that the hamsters has some altercations because they were kept in a small cage or just cause one hamster is more aggressive.

Look at his cage mates: If the other hamsters show signs of sickness or are aggressive, go to the next pet shop on your list because it’s most likely that the hamster you liked has the same problems.

Check his behind: A wet and messy behind probably indicates that the hamster has Wet tail, a common disease among hamsters. If the pet shop assistant tells you that this is due to the bedding and to the fact that the hamster didn’t groomed himself well, leave the pet shop because this is a big sign of ignorance from them. They are only interested in selling their pets, unfortunately.

Look for bumps or lumps: These clearly indicate health problems, most often an abscess.

Ask about his age: 4-5 weeks it’s the best age because they are smaller and easier to tame.

After you make sure that the hamster you intend to buy has no health problems, pick him up, put it on a table and see how he reacts. Does he come to you, smelling you or he runs in the opposite direction, quite scared? If he came to you, great! You just found yourself a great hamster. If not, do not worry. It’s quite normal for him to react that way. Maybe you woke him up or interrupted his meal and he is upset. If he doesn’t bite you, this is a good sign and you can take the hamster home.

Tips:

* Go hamster shopping late in the evening to see the little hamster in action! He is crepuscular so he kind of works in night shifts!

* If you can do this, buy from a breeder to avoid any problems with your hamster’s health.

* Buy from a pet shop were pets are well treated.