The Guide To Dwarf Russian Hamster Care

With the amazing size of dwarf hamsters it is a great pet to care for as well as own because of these quality attributes.    

One of the best and most popular dwarf hamsters is the dwarf Russian hamster.  These hamsters include the Russian winter white dwarf hamster, Roborovski hamsters, and the Campbells dwarf hamster.

Russian Winter White Dwarf Hamster – North American pet shops usually carry these types of dwarf hamsters.   With its white fur it can easily evade other animals by blending in with its surroundings such as snow. In captivity, it tends to wear its summer coat, which is blue grey with a darker stripe down the back, known as a dorsal stripe.

Campbell’s Russian Dwarf Hamster – the most commonly sold in pet shops.   In the wild, this species has a grey-brown coat with a white belly and a dark dorsal stripe.   Some breeders have actually created species of hamsters that have specific colors for them.   Having more than one of these hamsters could be very helpful to the health of your pet.

Roborovski Dwarf Hamsters – this variety is only two inches long when fully grown.   Sandy brown in color, they lack the dorsal stripe typical of other species, and sport white spots above their eyes. All Roborovski dwarf hamsters will accomplish various activities with one another of the same breed.   Extremely fast and agile, they can easily escape while being handled.   Place them in their proper cage and you will have a fun time observing these cute animals.   

With the right dwarf hamster care you can own pets that will live longer than the average dwarf hamster.   With the right supplies you can easily care for your dwarf hamster.  Here are some things to consider:

• Proper air movement is critical to hamster growth and happiness.  Make sure to avoid any types of drafts when performing this task.

• Plenty of fresh water

• Supply them with the proper hamster food that can be purchased from where you bought your dwarf hamster.

• Avoid giving them any sugary food.

• chew toys to naturally grind down their continually growing teeth

• Hamsters are natural runners and will definitely need a wheel.

• Tunnels can add some value to your pets as well.

• Huts for hiding and sleeping

• bathing sand for cleaning

If you want to breed dwarf hamsters make sure you have pairs of opposite sexes meet at birth or an early age.   During their pregnancy the females will become increasingly hostile towards you and will probably bite you if you get too close.   Your dwarf hamster will need an appropriate diet for correct growth.  Supply her with much calcium which is required during this time.   Giving your dwarf hamster a place to give birth will make her very happy.

After they give birth the mother may desert their own children and leave them to fend for themselves.   Provide your hamsters with adequate conditions and you will not have to worry about this.   This means that you need to provide her with enough food, water, and a good shelter.   Don’t touch your hamsters to avoid giving them a human scent.    When the baby hamsters turn one year old it is not likely that the mother of these babies will reject them.