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My hampster shoulder is swollen and i dont know why..i see no bruises or anything..plz help..
Hi Anthony
Whereabouts is he swollen? Is his whole body, or is it just one area? What type of hamster is he? How old is he? Apart from this how is he behaving? Has anything changed in his surroundings - any new bedding etc? Has anything been sprayed near the cage? Is he bright in himself and eating normally?
If you want to give me a few more details I might be able to suggest what is wrong.
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Sheila Adby
Expertise
Syrian hamsters are my specialty, however, I have kept Campbells,Winter Whites and gerbils in the past. I can advise on most subjects associated with hamsters, including housing, bedding, feeding, handling, new borns and catching escapees. I have had some experience of various health problems with hamsters and can offer my opinion and advice on basic health issues, however I am not a qualified vet and therefore cannot recommend drugs etc. My website is www.thehamstersite.com
Experience
I have been keeping hamsters and other small animals for more than 12 years. My favourites are Syrian hamsters and I foster litters and 'difficult' hamsters for a rescue centre. My job is to tame hamsters ready for re-homing, which is extremely rewarding. I also enjoy looking after new litters and raising the pups. I have co-written a book on hamsters with my local vet and have a website: www.thehamstersite.com
Publications
Hamsters in Sickness and in Health - Sheila Adby and Dan O'Neill ISBN186163218-5 (Capall Bann Publishing)
Education/Credentials
Educated to A Level standard in the UK.
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