How much does a Syrian hamster cost?
Whether you want a Syrian, a Chinese or a Dwarf hamster, the prices don’t vary much unless a species is particularly hard to come by in your country. In general, owners can expect to pay between five to fifteen pounds for a hamster in a shop, depending on the business and the type of hamster.
What type of Syrian hamster is the friendliest?
The Winter White hamsters are more friendly than Campbell hamsters, and have better behaviour around people, without a reputation for biting. They only come in two colours, Sapphire or Pearl. They are also very small, measuring three and a half to four inches when fully grown.
What is banded hamster?
Banded hamsters aren’t a special species, just Syrian hamsters with an especially bred coat featuring a certain pattern. Their name refers to the band of white fur around them. This band goes all around the body like a life preserver. So you’ll often see banded hamsters with zigzag, broken and/or narrower/wider bands.
Do Syrian hamsters cuddle?
So, do hamsters like to cuddle? Yes, in general, hamsters to like to be cuddled and handled from time to time. Affection between hamster and owner, for instance cuddling or handling, can build trust.
Should I get a male or female Syrian hamster?
Males are generally friendlier and less aggressive than females. If you’re wanting to handle your hamster often, then males are a better choice. They’re a better option for children also, who are more likely to trigger a female hamster’s aggression or territorial behaviors.
What is the most aggressive hamster?
This happened to me once when I was just a child and it wasn’t a good experience. The Campbell Russian dwarf hamster is for this aggressive nature also known as the “Pitbull hamster”. If you buy a Campbell Russian dwarf hamster it’s recommended to watch the reaction of the hamster when you try to handle it.
What is the rarest hamster color?
Beige
Beige is a rare colour, because it is produced by breeding together a hamster with the rust and dark grey gene, which are, themselves, rare. The beige variety is often smaller than the rest of the litter and may have a kinked tail due to the Dark Grey gene….Beige.
| Variation | Genotype |
|---|---|
| Beige | bbdgdg |
Can you kiss a hamster?
The common cold or an upper respiratory infection can be passed to hamsters from humans. Because these infections are usually spread through respiratory droplets, kissing your hamster is a big no-no. In other words, the common cold is fatal to a hamster when left untreated.
Can you have 2 Syrian hamsters in the same cage?
Syrian hamsters should never be kept in pairs or groups once mature. Even smelling another adult hamster in the same house can cause some upset, so it’s always best to stick to just the one.