Is it better to get a hamster from Petco or Petsmart?
Petco is usually better in prices and selection for me. Their own brand, You & Me is actually pretty nice and I can always price match prices online for a better deal. As for the hamsters, my local Petco have a much better selection than my Petsmart does.
Can you give a hamster back to Petco?
If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return it to one of our retail store locations. Items purchased in-store can be returned with a receipt within 60 days for a full refund in the original form of tender. Petco reserves the right to limit returns regardless of receipt.
Do you have to be 18 to buy a hamster from Petco?
Customers under the age of 18 cannot purchase live Companion Animals or Aquatic Life without a parent or guardian present.
How much does it cost to adopt a hamster from Petco?
Yes, they do charge an adoption fee, and yes it is still an adoption. The fee you pay is significantly less than if you were going to buy the animal, I got my hamster, Cloud, who would’ve been around $25 in the store, for a $5 adoption fee.
How long do Petco hamsters live?
2 to 3 years
Hamster Facts
| Average Adult Size | 4 to 5 inches long |
|---|---|
| Average Life Span | up to 2 to 3 years with proper care |
| Diet | omnivore |
Can I buy a pet at 16?
Buying a pet Pet ownership often starts with buying your pet, and by law you must be at least 16 years old to buy an animal. Adults are legally responsible for the welfare of their children’s pets. When you buy a pet from a shop, the law protects you as a consumer.
Can you buy a hamster at Petco?
Dwarf hamsters are available in normal and fancy coloration variations. Live small animals available only in Petco stores. Selection varies by store. Check your local store for availability. In the wild, Dwarf hamsters are known to dig burrows which can reach about two to three feet underground.
Do they sell hamsters at Petco?
At my petco they sell Fancy Hamsters. But they are really Syrians. They also sell Sunfire Dwarfs, but they are just Russians. They also sell Robos, Campbells, and Chinese. Some Petco’s sell Winter White Dwarfs, but it is unlikely that it will be a real Winter White.
Are hamsters considered exotic pets?
A hamster is considered an “exotic animal” and must be seen by a specialized veterinarian. Many people don’t know this, and when their hamster becomes ill, they are not able to find an appropriate veterinarian in the area, thereby prolonging the hamster’s suffering.
Are hamsters a good playful pet?
Thus, hamsters are really cute pets that you can keep and are very playful in nature. They are kid-friendly; however, you will have to be careful and supervise. When it comes to taking care of them, it is very inexpensive as compared to the other animals.