How Much Is a Hamster in Namibia?

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WHAT IS A HAMSTER?

A hamster is a solitary burrowing rodent commonly kept as house pet with a short tail and large cheek pouches for carrying food.

WHERE DO HAMSTERS ORIGINATE FROM?

Hamsters are known to have originated from Europe and North Asia.

WHAT IS THE NAME OF A FEMALE HAMSTER?

A female hamster is called a Sow. Although it can sometimes refer to as Doe.

WHAT IS THE NAME OF A MALE HAMSTER?

Male hamsters are called Boars.

WHATT IS THE NAME OF A BABY HAMSTER?

A baby hamster is called a Pup.

HOW MANY BABIES CAN A HAMSTER HAVE?

Hamsters usually have about 8 pups at once.

HOW LONG IS THE GESTATION PERIOD OF A HAMSTER?

The gestation period of a female hamster usually takes 20 – 22 days.

WHAT IS THE LIFESPAN OF A HAMSTER?

A hamster can live up to 2 – 3 years.

HOW DO YOU CARE FOR A HAMSTER AS A PET?

Here are some pet hamster care tips you need to know;

 Clean the toilet area daily

 Spot change bedding as needed

 Wipe out their food dish weekly

 Change water daily

 Empty their entire habitat weekly or twice a week

 Place all new bedding weekly

 Clean and wash your hamster’s space regularly

HOW MUCH WATER DOES A HAMSTER DRINK?

According to the Peoples’ Dispensary for Sick Animals, hamsters drink about 2 teaspoons per 100 grams of body weight per day.