Hamster Care 101
WHERE TO GET ONE: The best place to get one is by adopting one. Craigslist is a great place to adopt animals because they have been handled with. Make sure to do a health check before giving them the money though. The way to health check a hamster is to make sure they have clear eyes, nose, and ears. Also check their teeth to make sure they don't need to be trimmed . CAGE SIZE: The minimal cage size for hamsters is 425 square inches. Always remember, for hamster cages, the bigger the better. Many stores don't carry cages that big for hamsters and if they do, they are very expensive. So the best way to get one that size is to make a bin cage. They are very easy to make just get a bin measure it to make sure it is big enough, cut a hole in the top, and order some mesh metal wire. either hot glue it or staple it on, and voila! A perfect cage. DIET: Be sure to give them a variety of food such as veggies and nuts. I think the best hamster food is This hamster food , and this o...