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If you've got an adorable pet hamster who's a bit of an escape artist, you know that feeling of panic that sets in when they won't reveal themselves. But take heart — it's unlikely you've lost your ...

Hamsters make great companions, but they require specific care that shouldn’t be overlooked. Here are the essential things you need to know before welcoming a hamster into your family There are ...

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There are two main species of hamsters kept as pets: Syrian (Golden) hamsters and Siberian (Dwarf) hamsters. Syrian hamsters are solitary by nature. You shouldn’t put them together after they reach 10 ...

Silky the hamster is hairless due to a genetic mutation. Selene Mejia, an animal care technician with the Oregon Humane Society in the city of Portland, crocheted a tiny sweater for Silky the hairless ...