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This comprehensive guide dives deep into all aspects of hamster vs. mouse ownership. Read on to gain the knowledge needed to determine which of these pint-sized pets is the best match for you! Hamster Overview Moving on from assessing available resources, it’s time to consider alternatives to hamsters for powering a house. Wind turbines, solar panels, nuclear energy, hydroelectricity and biomass energy are all potential options. Hamsters can be very rewarding pets to look after, as long as they are given the right kind of care.

The amount of energy produced by these generators varies depending on the size and weight of the hamster involved in the process. Generally speaking, larger, heavier animals tend to produce more energy than smaller ones. Proper ventilation is necessary for a healthy hamster. The cage should have adequate airflow to prevent the buildup of ammonia from urine and feces. However, it’s also crucial to keep the cage away from drafts or direct sunlight, which can be harmful to the hamster. And then there is the height! “Your cage will also need to be tall enough to take this much bedding and have some ‘above ground’ space. Using platforms in your hamster cage allows houses and wheels to be held up and prevents ‘caving in’ when they dig their tunnels,” she adds. Can hamsters stay in a cage all day? Make sure you provide your hamster with toys and activities to keep them fit, healthy and happy. It doesn’t need to be expensive. Homemade items, children’s toys and even a kitchen roll tube will be much appreciated by your little pet. Your hamster will enjoy:With optimum care and genetics, some hamsters reach 3-4 years old. But the majority only live around 2 years. Plan on providing excellent lifelong care for that duration. Mice Roborovski, Winter White and Campbell hamsters are poor climbers as they are very lightweight and have little muscle tone, so they are best housed without high levels or tunnels placed at challenging angles. Large glass or plastic aquariums with well-ventilated lids are most suitable for these species. Chinese hamsters are a little more agile but still prefer longer rather than taller cages. In the wild, hamsters make burrows, climb and walk for miles each day, so their living space needs to be large enough to allow them to behave as naturally as possible. Most hamster cages sold in shops aren’t big enough to even meet a hamster’s most basic needs, so instead, we recommend providing them with a much larger space, such as an extra-large cage, glass tank, or home-made enclosure. Wherever you choose to house your hamster make sure it has the following:

A deep enough solid base to accommodate 25cm (10 inches) of suitable bedding for burrowing, sleeping and storing food – read more about suitable bedding for hamsters belowHamsters are popular pets for people of all ages. They are small, cute, and easy to take care of. However, like all pets, they require a comfortable and safe environment to live in. This is where the hamster house comes in. Hamsters are rotund, stout little animals with characteristically short tails and legs. Their bodies are wide with large eyes and small, rounded ears. The most common and largest type of hamster is the Syrian hamster, also known as the 'golden hamster'. There are also four dwarf hamster species that are kept as pets – the winter white, the Campbell's dwarf, the Chinese and the Roborovski. Each species has different traits and needs that you'll need to be aware of. Is a hamster the right pet for you? Again, installation is relatively easy with no ongoing maintenance required. Solar panels are also good for the environment as they don’t cause any air pollution. The glass base is deep too, ensuring there's plenty of room for burrowing and hiding activity, and as the whole metal top of the cage comes away you get easy access for cleaning and retrieving your little hamster when it's playtime.

Hamsters enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables but like to bury their food. Give them tiny portions to minimise the amount left to decompose and remove uneaten food daily. Basically if a hamster has a large house or multi roomed house, they will almost always move their toilet area inside the house, away from the nest - so the house needs to be able to fit a litter tray in. If they have a smaller house they will usually choose a corner of the cage as a toilet area (but may be much happier in a larger house!). In the wild, hamsters inhabit dry, arid areas across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. They are solitary, territorial rodents that live alone in underground burrows. Pet hamsters retain many of the same habits and instincts. Mouse Overview

An essential introduction to hamster care

The house mouse ( Mus musculus) is the most common type of mouse kept as a pet. Their lean, slender bodies are suited for squeezing into tight spaces. So you've seen what goes into the decision-making process but what do the experts suggest? Well, as we explained above, size is everything. “Your chosen hamster cage should be large,” says veterinarian Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS.“The best ones are over a meter in length and over half a meter in width.” Multiroom or labyrinth houses work very well and the hamsters natural instincts are catered for - they will nest in one room, hoard in another and toilet in another. They may still just bury hoards under the nest but they will use a separate room for a toilet - and that's where you put the litter tray.

When it comes to hamsters, one of the first questions that comes to mind is how much noise do they make? It’s a reasonable question since many pet owners want to keep their furry friends as quiet as possible. Unfortunately, hamsters can be quite noisy. Once tamed, they enjoy playing outside their cage and coming out for cuddles and treats. Take care not to startle them.The Dwarf species (Winter White, Campbell, Roborovski and Chinese) can all be housed in a similar style of cage. These hamsters need plenty of floor space to explore to keep them mentally and physically stimulated. But, it's not all about looks, it has plenty of features to keep your hamster happy as well. The cage is effectively two parts. The bottom half of the cage is a deep transparent plastic tank. The ideal environment to add loads of bedding and the opportunity for your hamster to get some serious burrowing done. It also acts as a great viewing platform. No wire bars to obscure the view of your happy hamster running around their cage. A selection of interior play tubes connect the cage to the multi-level play space. It’s here where your furry friend can really play, exercise and rest. There are two platforms and three sets of non-slip ramps that lead to a nest nook and exercise wheel. A neat addition to the multi-level play space is a removable clear plastic cover. This makes it easy to clean the area and of course, watch your hamster in action. Hamsters also need access to natural light to maintain their circadian rhythm. Placing the cage near a window or providing a full-spectrum light can help keep the hamster healthy and happy.