Hamster Behavior Archives

Can Hamsters Jump and Climb?

Are you worried about your hammy climbing or jumping out of her cage or tank?…

How to Stop My Hamster From Biting Me?

Being bit by a hamster isn't a fun thing to experience. These incisors can inflict…

How to Stop My Hamster From Chewing the Bars of the Cage?

Have you noticed your little furry friend chewing at the cage bars incessantly? That's not good for them and could mean they're stressed. Here's what to do about it.

How to Help a Hamster Adjust to Their New Home

Just brought a new hamster home? He or she must be nervous and stressed. Here's what you can do to help.

Is My Hamster Bored? (And What to Do About It)

A bored hamster is an unhappy one. It's up to us as caring owners to make sure our little pet is happily engaged in a variety of activities. Here's how to tell if your hammy is bored and 10 ways to help make him happier.

How to Get Your Hamster to Like You

Every hamster owner wants their hamster to like them. But hamsters tend to be a…

Do Hamsters Burrow? (And What You Need to Do About That)

Here's what this natural behavior means for your hammy and what you need to do in order to facilitate it. Let's dig right in!

Does My Hamster Actually Know Me?

Can you bond with a hamster and will the little critter know you as the owner and enjoy your affection? We have the answer in this quick guide.

Do Hamsters Like to Be Petted

Does your hamster enjoy being petted? Or maybe it bothers the little critter? Find out how to properly pet your hamster and how to help yours enjoy the petting session.

Why do hamsters eat their babies (and how to prevent that from happening)?

If you have a pregnant hamster, there are steps you need to take that will reduce the odds of her eating her young. Here's why hamsters sometimes do that - and what you need to do to prevent this practice.

Why do Hamsters Fight? (And How to Keep Yours From Doing That)

Are your hammies constantly fighting? Here's how to tell playfighting from actual aggression and what to do about it.

Why Does My Hamster Hide?

Wondering why your cute little hamster may be hiding? Here's all you need to know about this type of behavior, including when it could indeed be cause for alarm.