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Dwarf Hamster Care Essentials

By: George Grayson | 2010-04-03 | Pets
Dwarf hamsters are amazing and delicate animals that require proper care for full and happy lives. This article covers the basics of dwarf hamster care including housing, food, toys, and more! read more

Russian Dwarf Hamster Care

By: Robert Hillman | 2010-04-02 | Pets
The Russian Dwarf Hamster is a term that usually refers to several different types as well as the Winter White Russian Dwarf hamster, Campbell's Russian Dwarf hamster, and Roborovski's Dwarf hamster. The Russian Winter White's and Campbell's Russian dwarf hamsters could also be mistaken for just one breed due to their similar size of around 8 to 10 centimeters and their coloring. read more

Robo Dwarf Hamster Care

By: Kym Sutherland | 2010-04-03 | Pets
The Roborovskii or robo often called for short, is a tiny and good natured hamster that is very quick and active. On average the full grown size is about 2 inches (5.1cm) in length, making this animal challenging to handle and house. The robo hamster is the least common breed found in the pet stores and often is required to purchase through breeders. read more

Dwarf Hamster Care & Keeping

By: Russ Fleederman | 2010-04-03 | Pets
Until you've had the pleasure of owning and enjoying your very own dwarf hamster, you don't know what furry, lovable energy is all about. These diminutive little furballs are absolute bundles of joy in a tiny little package. Here's all you need to know. read more

Dwarf Hamster Care 101

By: Russ Fleederman | 2010-03-31 | Pets
Dwarf hamsters are small and sociable beings. Their life span is a little more than a year up to about three and a half to four years which depends on the species of your hamster. There are four species - Djungarians or the Campbell's, Chinese, Roborovskiis and Winter Whites or also commonly called Siberians. read more

Dwarf Hamster Care

By: Kym Sutherland | 2010-04-03 | Pets
From the first glance, one realizes that this isn't your ordinary animal - a tiny ball of soft fur with big beautiful eyes. Their charming personalities, amazing abilities and interesting biological facts have been a mystery. Once this delightful little animal attracts you, it will win your heart! read more

Caring For a Dwarf Hamster

By: Kenneth L. White | 2010-04-01 | Pets
So you've bought your first dwarf hamster and you want more information on how to really take care of it properly? Well. I'm going to let you in on a little secret. You have to treat your brand new pet as if it is a newborn baby. Because that's exactly how attached to it you will become. There are three things that your dwarf hamster need from you. Read on to find out about them. read more

Dwarf Hamster Care - Points to Consider For Proper Care

By: Jim Renfro | 2010-04-02 | Pets
Dwarf hamsters are fun and unique pets. This article explains the unique characteristics of dwarf hamsters. read more

Dwarf Hamster Care - A Pocket Pet For You?

By: Gifford Nelson | 2010-03-31 | Pets
Dwarf Hamsters come in a variety of species and all are delightful to have as pets. You might think that because dwarf hamsters are smaller than their Syrian counterpart, they must require less care. But surprisingly, that is not so. They require the same care if not a little more because of their smaller size. read more

Sexing Dwarf Hamsters - Handle With Care

By: George Grayson | 2010-04-01 | Pets
As a dwarf hamster owner, you are responsible for knowing whether or not your hamster is a boy or a girl. If you are caring for, feeding, housing, and cleaning up after him or her, you should most definitely know your hamster's sex as well. Sexing dwarf hamsters is the process of doing just that, figuring out whether a dwarf hamster is a male or a female. Although it is necessary, it is not always an easy task. The small stature of these hamsters makes it difficult to see things clearly and easily. They are also difficult to handle and get a hold of because of their skittish nature. read more

Taking Care of Baby Dwarf Hamsters

By: Chris L. Copeland | 2010-03-30 | Pets
Do you want to breed baby dwarf hamsters? The success of the breeding process will depend on the quality of research you do. read more

Dwarf Hamster Ball Safety

By: George Grayson | 2010-03-31 | Pets
The dwarf hamster ball is a key piece of equipment in caring for a dwarf hamster. If you have not used one before, there are a few important things you should know. First, you should always supervise your hamster while he is using the ball. Second, you need to limit the time of each session your hamster uses the dwarf hamster ball. read more

The Chinese Dwarf Hamster

By: Russ Fleederman | 2010-04-03 | Pets
If you are interested in owning and caring for dwarf hamsters, you should get to know one of the species, the Chinese Dwarf Hamster. It may not be the ideal pet for very young children, but for older kids and adults, it they can provide lots of entertainment. read more

Caring For Baby Dwarf Hamsters For Fledgling Hamster Breeders

By: Francis Harris | 2010-03-27 | Pets
Breeding Dwarf Hamsters can be a fun and rewarding experience, but not one that should be taken lightly. Before thinking about becoming a breeder, you need to know a few things, one is that you will not make a lot of money from breeding, and two, research and learn how to do it properly first. read more

Dwarf Hamster Behavior

By: Kym Sutherland | 2010-04-02 | Pets
The Dwarf Hamster has often unfairly been given a reputation for being ill-tempered and aggressive. This type of behavior is often a result from being mishandled or a sudden disturbance that has left them feeling threatened. The good news is that with a little practice and patience the Dwarf hamster can be held and tamed. read more