INDEX:
1.- DESCRIPTION OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER.
2.- THE CAGE OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER MUST BE SPACIOUS.
3.- THE BEST NUTRITION FOR YOUR RUSSIAN HAMSTER.
4.- TIPS FOR BETTER CARE FOR YOUR RUSSIAN HAMSTER.
5.- REPRODUCTION OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER.
1.- DESCRIPTION OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER:
The Russian hamster is small, measuring between 7 and 11 centimeters in length and weighing between 35 and 50 grams.
It has a stocky body and a short tail.
It usually has a black line on the back and spots of the same color on the shoulders.
The gut is usually white.
2.- THE CAGE OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER MUST BE SPACIOUS:
The cage is going to be the home of the Russian hamster, so it should be large enough for the animal to be comfortable, with the bars slightly apart and made of a material that does not break.
Do not put cedar sawdust in the hamster's cage, cedar sawdust releases an oil that can be harmful to the respiratory system of the Russian hamster, so opt for another variety.
Pine is not recommended either, because it must be changed every week.
From Glu Glu Pet we recommend paper substrate, since it is very absorbent and the cage can be cleaned much better.
Place the Russian hamster's cage out of direct sunlight, place it in a well-ventilated area and away from direct sunlight.
Introduce in it feeder and drinker and a wheel; better without cracks to avoid injuries to the legs, so that he can exercise.
- Ceramic feeder for small rodent 7.5cm.
- SAVIC plastic hamster feeder.
- INNER HAMSTER WHEEL.
- Drinker for small rodent 150ml.
The Russian hamster's cage must always be clean so that your hamster does not get sick.
Get it pristine by using a mild disinfectant or mild soap and water mixture, no harsh chemicals.
Then dry the cage well and add the paper substrate.
It is important that you take your Russian hamster out of the cage every day, play with it and pet it, if you don't, it is easy for it to bite you.
The best time for this is late at night or late afternoon as it is a nocturnal animal.
The best hamster cages are:
- HAMSTER CAGE FUERTEVENTURA.
- IRON HAMSTER CAGE.
- TENERIFE HAMSTER CAGE.
- TERRAN HAMSTER CAGE.
- HAMSTER CAGE CANTABRIA.
3.- THE BEST NUTRITION FOR YOUR RUSSIAN HAMSTER:
At Glu Glu Pet you will find a specific feed for Russian hamsters, that is what your animal should eat.
You can supplement their diet with small amounts of raw vegetables, fruits, and vegetables several times a week.
You can supplement the diet of your Russian hamster with well-peeled and clean pieces of corn, broccoli, apple, nuts and seeds.
Sweet foods are prohibited as they could cause diabetes and lettuce, which gives you diarrhea.
Don't give your Russian hamster candy as it could cause diarrhea.
Put vegetables only 2 or 3 times a week and in small doses because if you overdo it, the same thing will happen as with sweets.
4.- TIPS FOR BETTER CARE FOR YOUR RUSSIAN HAMSTER:
The Russian hamster sleeps during the day and spends most of the night awake.
The Russian hamster's teeth grow constantly throughout its life, so it will have to gnaw on a specific toy to control that growth.
If your Russian hamster's hair begins to fall out, it may be because it is weak or lacks vitamins.
In Glu Glu Pet you can find vitamins for them that are administered mixed with water.
The life expectancy of a Russian hamster is a maximum of two years.
5.- REPRODUCTION OF THE RUSSIAN HAMSTER:
At Glu Glu Pet we recommend not putting together male and female hamsters in the same cage since they are capable of having up to five litters of hamsters a year and there will come a time when you will not be able to take care of all the animals no matter how much you like.
It is very dangerous to have the female hamster, the young and the male together, as the latter can attack the young and even eat them.
