AboutSheila 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.
Question My hamster was fine when i left for school in the morning.But when i came back and wanted to touch it,it bit me when i didn't eat anything or smell of food.I have two hamsters and only one of them is like that.Even after i washed my hands with soap,it didn't stop the biting.Its still like this after a few days.I feed him regularly but i feed him a vegetables for now because we haven't bought their food as we can't find a pet shop.But we are going to find one soon.He bites onto my fingers for a long time and doeson't let go so it becomes very painful.He used to be very cute and doeson't bite often.Is this normal?Can you tell me how to make him stop biting?Thanks ;D
Answer Hi Cassidy
Sorry to hear your hamster is biting. What type of hamster is this? Is he a dwarf hamster or Syrian? If he is a dwarf, is he a Campbell? How old is he? If he is a dwarf hamster, is he living with the other one? If so are they getting along OK or do they fight? Has anything happened that might have triggered this behavior?
Sorry for all the questions - I'm just trying to get a better picture. Campbells are known to be a bit temperamental and when they reach adulthood they can start to be more aggressive. In this case it really is a matter of starting over to try and snap them out of this.
If you want to get back to me with some more details I might be able to suggest some ideas about handling.
