When does a Syrian hamster become sexually receptive?
On the morning of the day 1 the female is sexually dormant. In the evening of the first day she will become sexually receptive. On the morning of day 2 the sexually receptive period ends. By the evening of day 2 the female is sexually dormant.
What’s the best way to mate a Syrian hamster?
To mate the hamsters place the male and female Syrian in a neutral space – such as a cardboard box- or in the male’s cage. NEVER put the male in the female’s cage – she will attack him, and possibly cause serious injury. If the female is “standing” leave them together for about 20 minutes.
What kind of discharge does a Syrian hamster have?
At this time the female will have a large discharge of thick white fluid that gives the hamster a particular strong smell. On the morning of day 3 the hamster’s discharge will be waxy and by evening the discharge ends. By day 4, the hamster has been sexually dormant since day 2. She may have clear mucous discharge.
How often should I pick up my Syrian hamster?
Try to handle your hamster for a little bit of time every single day, from a young age. Doing this will help you bond with your hamster, and will help it to become braver when being picked up. It’s worth noting here, that Syrian hamsters do need a lot of exercise.
How old do Syrian hamsters have to be?
The Syrian hamster is a popular small pet. They come in a variety of colors, and live up to 3 years old. Syrian hamsters are best kept on their own, rather than in pairs or groups. They need plenty of space, and handling from a young age.
What happens if you pick up a Syrian hamster?
Like all animals, Syrian hamsters may bite or nibble you when they are picked up. They don’t necessarily mean to hurt you. If you feed your hamster anything by hand, it may mistake your fingers for food at times! They can bite if you have picked them up in a way that hurts them, or even if they are scared or shocked.
Why does my hamster squeak when I give her oats?
If it is, this means your hamster is happy, and loves the attention. My hamster makes this sound when I give her oats. Or is it a sound that sounds kind of like ‘fif’ ‘fif’ ‘fif’? If it is this, your hamster may be rubbing her teeth together, meaning your hamster feels unsafe.
Do you need to exercise a Syrian hamster?
It’s worth noting here, that Syrian hamsters do need a lot of exercise. Obviously, this is quite hard when they’re in a cage. But, there are some ways around this.
