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Hamsters are adorable and popular pets known for their small size and playful personalities. However, proper care is essential to ensure they live a happy and healthy life. Here are some tips for caring for your hamster:
- Proper Housing: Choose a spacious cage with plenty of room for your hamster to move around and explore. Provide bedding material such as paper-based or aspen shavings for burrowing and nesting.
- Nutritious Diet: Feed your hamster a balanced diet consisting of commercial hamster food, supplemented with fresh vegetables, fruits, and occasional treats like nuts or seeds. Always ensure fresh water is available.
- Clean Environment: Regularly clean your hamster’s cage by removing soiled bedding and food debris. Spot clean daily and do a full cage clean-out at least once a week to prevent odor and bacteria buildup.