Hamsters are popular pets for children and adults alike. They are small rodents that typically live about two years and are usually best if housed alone. … Chinese hamsters – These small hamsters are not as common as other kinds of hamster. Many people often mistake them for dwarf hamsters but they are not true dwarfs
Here is the 10 fun facts about hamsters:
1.Hamsters are naturally nocturnal. They like to sleep during the day and play at night.
2. Hamsters are friendly. While they like to live alone, they do enjoy your companionship.
3. Hamsters can learn their names. If you talk to your hamster frequently, she’ll get used to hearing her name
4. Hamsters’ teeth are always growing. They require chew toys, sticks or chews to help keep them worn down
5. Hamsters will relieve themselves in one or two corners of their habitat. Use a scoop to remove soiled bedding each day.
6. Hamsters do not like extreme temperatures. Do not place their habitat in direct sunlight or near heating or air conditioning vents.
7. Hamsters need a lot of exercise. Be sure she has a wheel in her habitat. Supplement her daily “spins” with a supervised in-house field trip in her hamster ball.
8. Hamsters like to hide. When they sleep, hamsters like to burrow or hide under a hideaway.
9. Hamsters like veggies and fruits. While they should only be about 10% of their total diet, a few bites of banana, strawberry, carrot or lettuce is a healthy treat. Be sure to remove any uneaten bits within 24 hours.
10. Hamsters are natural explorers. Their hamster ball allows them to explore outside their cage and get a little exercise, too. (But always supervise; remember, they don’t have great eyesight).
10 Fun Facts about Hamsters 