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Description |
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Small Rodent, very short tail. 6-10 cm long.
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| Varieties |
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Mostly golden, with white through to black colouring. Long or short haired. |
| Latin name |
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| Origins |
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Syria, one litter discovered in the 1930's. |
| Rarity |
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Very Common.
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Breeding |
| General |
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Do not keep male with female unless she is on heat. Do not touch babies. |
| Maturity |
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9 weeks |
| Ovulation |
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Every 4 days |
| Rest Period |
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Able to become pregnant straight after birth. |
| Gestation |
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16 days. |
| Food Supplements |
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Usual hamster food. |
| Litter |
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5 to 7 |
| Weaning Period |
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4 to 5 weeks. |
Housing |
| General |
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Wire cage with plastic base, 30cm x 60 cm. |
| Types |
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Single level ones, but multistorey types becoming popular. Also Rotastak expandable cages popular. |
| Base |
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Sawdust or shavings, with edible type nesting material prefered. |
| Feeders |
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Water bottle and pot food dish. |
| Toys |
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A variety of toys are available such as ladders, tunnels, wheels. |
| Location |
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Away from draughts and direct sunlight. Keep at warm even temperature. |
Health |
| General |
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Keep cage clean , use a suitable cage disinfectant. |
| Injuries |
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Use antisceptic ointment, if severve consult vet. |
Food |
| General |
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Hamsters are omnivores, but use a good hamster mix to ensure good health. |
| Supplements |
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Many treats are available. |
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