21. Hamsters Furthermore, even less information is available to pet owners on the responsiblehome care of hamsters and their potential medical problems. http://www.ahc.umn.edu/rar/MNAALAS/Hamsters.html

Care of Hamsters General Information Handling and Restraint Housing Hygiene ... Human Allergies Hamsters are small, virtually tailless, velvet-furred rodents with enormous cheek pouches. They originated in the Middle East and southeastern Europe. The most common and popular, both as pets and laboratory animals, is the golden or Syrian hamster. Color and hair-type varieties of the golden hamster include cinnamon, cream, white, and "teddy bear" (the long-haired variety). Most of the hamsters sold as pets or used in research are the descendants of 3 littermates domesticated in 1930. The cheek pouches are a relatively unique anatomic feature of hamsters. They are actually a cavernous outpouching of the oral (mouth) cavity on both sides, extending alongside the head and neck to the shoulders. These pouches are used to store food and allow the hamster to transport food from where it is gathered to the hamster's den or nest The food is then eaten later, at the hamster's leisure. Hamster owners not familiar with these cheek pouches often panic when seeing them fully distended for the first time, thinking they represent tumors or abscesses. Another relatively unique anatomic feature of hamsters is the paired glands in the skin over the flanks. These appear as dark spots within the hair coat and are much more obvious in males than females. These glands are used to mark a hamster's territory and also have a role in sexual behavior.

22. Hamsters - Pet Supplies Guide pet care products petCO Large retail pet store chain with an impressive They aim tooffer the broadest assortment of pet supplies at the petsmart for hamsters. http://www.petsuppliesguide.com/hamsters.html

Hamsters and hamster products from the best pet shopping sites on the Web. Find all the supplies and equipment you need for your hamster at these fine sites. This list is an easy way to reach the top destinations for products, food, toys and more for hamsters from around the Web. AllPets.com Informative site offers advice and lots of pet products. Arcata Pet Offers supplies for dogs, cats, birds, aquariums, ferrets, reptiles and small animials. The Ferret Store The Ferret Store has been offering good online products since 1996. They have items for ferrets, hamsters, dogs, cats and other pets. Future Pets Carries a big selection of products for dogs, cats, fish, birds, small pets and horses. Heavenly Hamsters Carries items for hamsters and small pets. ILoveMyPet (Trident Wholesale Pet Supplies) Canadian online pet store. Jeffers Pet.com Well-organized, easy to shop site showcases many top small animal and rodent supplies and health products. Noah's Pets Online site carries dog, cat, fish, ferret, and small pet supplies.

23. Small Pets the right variety of tasty, nutritious ingredients, Party Cakes for hamsters Gerbilsare perfect for delicious, snacking entertainment. pet care Central 50 http://www.growinglifestyle.com/j/28423/

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24. All Articles In Small Pet Care Library Cavy care Rob A look at the basics of how to care for them Grooming Small Pets Summarizeshow to groom your pets fairly easily and get the hamsters GERBILS. http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/Care/Small_Pets/show_all.htm

Login/Register Enter a Coupon Reorder an Item Order Status Pet Info Pet Care Library Breed Profiles Pet News Pet Loss ... Special Reports Fun Resources Pet Catalogs Pet Recipes Pet NameFinder Pet Games ... Link to Us You are in: Care Library Small Pets Become an Online Pet Care Journalist Meet the people behind the scenes ... Keep Up-to-Date - be informed of new content CAVIES General Cavy Care Rob A look at the basics of how to care for them. A good beginner's guide Useful Cavy Equipment Rob What should you buy for a new cavy? Breeding Guinea-Pigs Our resident experts answer 10 questions on the topic Our resident experts answer 10 questions on the topic FERRETS Ferret Fancy - a place for ferret lovers Discuss the topic with other readers Introduction to Ferrets - What are they?

25. Exotic Pet Care Library At Harmony Animal Hospital's World Of Pets: Laugh, Learn hamsters, rats, mice, gerbils, and guinea pigs) are very popular pets. They makegood first pets for young children and as a rule require minimal care. http://www.petvets.com/petcare/exotics.html

Email Login Password New users sign up here Search This Site The Web Get a FREE Search Engine for your Site Reptiles and Small Mammals Table of Contents for Pages 1 and 2: Can your pet make you sick? Owning a Ferret Choosing a Reptile Common Diseases of Pet Iguanas ... Exotic Pet Care Sheets Check out the articles in Seasonal Concerns. Go to page 2 of Exotic Pet Care (or just use the index links, above, for a special article.) Go to In the News to find out what's happening in medicine. Owning a Ferret Ferrets can be a lot of fun, and under the right circumstances they can make wonderful pet. They are not the same as caring for a dog or a cat, and before getting one of these playful critters you should try to learn as much about them as possible. They are not, however, usually recommended in household with very small children. General Information Ferrets come in several different color schemes: the Fitch ferret is the most popular. Fitch ferrets have a buff colored coat with black markings on the face, feet, and tails. Albino ferrets are white with pink eyes. Some ferrets have a buff coat with light markings. The female ferret is called a jill, the male is a hob, and the infants are called kits.

26. Pet Hamster, Hamster As Pet And Hamster Pet Care Stores, Names, Health, care etc. petsmart Small Animal pet Supplies Purchase bedding,litter pans, and water and food bowls for hamsters, pet mice, gerbils http://www.homefaq.net/pet-hamster.html

pet hamster, hamster as pet, hamster pet care and hamster name pet Hamster as pet Hamster pet care Hamster name pet Hamster pet picture ... Hamster pet shop List Site For pet hamster Results and pet hamster Information: - Top Results For pet hamster Resource and pet hamster Services - Pet Hamster Shipped Free From TFS We're not just ferrets, we are The Ferret Store, and MORE! For all your pet supply needs, and free shipping in the USA on orders of $35 or more. Pet Hamster: Compare Prices and Ratings Compare prices from over 40,000 stores. At BizRate.com, find deals, consumer reviews, and store ratings to save money. Free Shipping on All Your Pet Supplies Free Shipping, Great Service, Awesome Selection. Shop at The Ferret Store for all your pet supplies. We're not just for ferrets! We're for dogs, cats, rabbits, small animals and more. Pet Supplies Shipped FREE - We ve got all the pet products you need. The Ferret Store is not just for ferrets! Visit us today to really see how many dog, cat, and small animal supplies we have. From food, and litter to cages, and pet clothing, we have it all. Pet Hamster: Compare Prices Compare Prices and Save Money on Pet Supplies. At BizRate.com, find prices, consumer reviews, and store ratings from over 40,000 stores across the web.

27. CM Magazine: Pet Care Series ** /4. hamsters. (pet care). Rebecca Sjonger and Bobbie Kalman. Photographsby Marc Crabtree. St. Catharines, ON Crabtree, 2004. 32 pp., pbk. http://www.umanitoba.ca/outreach/cm/vol10/no18/petcare.html

CM . . . . Volume X Number 18 . . . . May 7, 2004 Puppies. (Pet Care). Rebecca Sjonger and Bobbie Kalman. Photographs by Marc Crabtree. St. Catharines, ON: Crabtree, 2004. ISBN 0-7787-1783-6 (pbk.), ISBN 0-7787-1751-8 (RLB). Subject Headings: Puppies-Juvenile literature. Dogs-Juvenile literature. Kindergarten-grade 5 / Ages 5-10. Review by Dave Jenkinson. Kittens. (Pet Care). Nikki Walker and Bobbie Kalman. Photographs by Marc Crabtree. St. Catharines, ON: Crabtree, 2004. ISBN 0-7787-1782-8 (pbk.), ISBN 0-7787-1750-X (RLB). Subject Heading: Kittens-Juvenile literature. Cats-Juvenile literature. Kindergarten-grade 5 / Ages 5-10. Review by Dave Jenkinson. Hamsters. (Pet Care). Rebecca Sjonger and Bobbie Kalman. Photographs by Marc Crabtree. St. Catharines, ON: Crabtree, 2004. ISBN 0-7787-1785-2 (pbk.), ISBN 0-7787-1753-4 (RLB). Subject Heading: Hamsters as pets-Juvenile literature.

28. Buy Books On Pet Care For Puppy's, Cat's, Kitten's, Hamsters And Other Pets Find out information on pet care for you puppy, kitten,cat or hamster. Buy bookson pets online. Buy books on pet care for puppy’s, kitten’s hamster’s. http://www.ubooty.co.uk/html/buy_books_on_pet_care_for_puppys_and_kittens.html

Return to Front Page All products stored and supplied by the super reliable Amazon.co.uk Links to other pet care web sites Hamsters Rule If you're not based in the UK - Follow this link for Books in the USA Training the Perfect Puppy Andrew de Prisco (Hardcover - 1997) Sick Puppy Carl Hiaasen (Paperback - 4 May, 2001) Training Your Puppy John Cree (Paperback - 30 September, 2000) The Pet Owner's Guide to Puppy Care and Training Holmes (Hardcover - February 1995) Ubooty in association with Kitten Care and Training Amy Shojai (Hardcover - 7 August, 1996) Right Now- Atomic Kitten (Paperback - November 2001) Care for Your Kitten Anna Mews (Paperback - 10 May, 1990) The Tale of Tom Kitten Beatrix Potter (Hardcover - 1 April, 1987) Pet Owners Guide to the Hamster Lorraine Hill (Hardcover - 1 July, 1998) How to Look After Your Pet: Hamster Mark Evans (Paperback - 8 February, 1996) Hamsters A to Z Lorraine Hill (Hardcover - 1 July, 2001) The Really Useful Hamster Guide Lorraine Hill (Hardcover - 23 September, 1999) Haffertee Hamster Janet Perkins, John Perkins (Paperback - January 1989)

29. Pet Care Tips - Hamsters olden hamsters are beautiful energetic creatures, but all too often theyare confined to a tiny cage and pushed into a dark corner of the room. http://www.spca-ct.co.za/petcare/hamsters.shtml

olden hamsters are beautiful energetic creatures, but all too often they are confined to a tiny cage and pushed into a dark corner of the room. HOME ALONE In the wild golden hamsters live on their own and only meet other hamsters for the purposes of mating. If domestic hamsters are kept together, whatever their sex, they will almost certainly fight - causing serious injury and possible death. Another reason to keep hamsters apart is that they are fast breeders. If a hamster does give birth then you should leave the nest well alone. Disturbing the nest could make the female over-anxious and she will kill her babies. When the young reach puberty at five to six weeks they must be separated immediately before they start to mate or fight. GOOD ACCOMMODATION The home should be as large as possible - at least 750mm x 400mm x 400mm. It should be made of hardwood or covered with a plastic finish like Formica to prevent the hamster from gnawing through it and escaping. The home should have a sliding glass top for easy viewing. A wire mesh strip must be inserted in a wall to provide ventilation. It will also serve as a climbing frame. A raised gallery in the living area, connected by ramps, allows for the bottom of the home to be used as a shredding and burrowing area.

30. Pioneer Thinking Discussion Boards - Pet Care fleas on my dwarf hamsters, bunny15, 7, 116, Apr 13 th , 2004, 8 http://www.pioneerthinking.com/cgi-bin/mb/YaBB.pl?board=pets_cat

31. Happypets.org - Pet Care - Small Animals And Other Pets rodent pellets are available for Gerbils and hamsters at pet designed for them areappearing in pet stores all a rodent when it comes to care and maintenance. http://happypets.addr.com/others.htm

subscribe to our newsletter and get Action Alerts, Pet Tips, Veg-Recipes and more! Powered by Ezine Director Newsletter Archives happypets.org Mice, Rats, Gerbills and Hamsters. These little sweeties are often chosen as pets for the first time animal guardian because they are relatively low maintenace and have gentle dispositions. Nutrition Commercial rodent pellets are available for Gerbils and Hamsters at pet stores. All four creatures have similar diets so if you have a rat, gerbil pellets are fine. For a more palatable diet, supplement the pellets with diced fruit and seeds, but don’t overdo it. These little guys have habit of filling up on the yummy stuff and ignoring the pellets, and eating that way will not satisfy their daily nutritional needs. Housing As the popularity of keeping small animals increases, more and more cages designed for them are appearing in pet stores all over. But, I recommend a glass aquarium with a screen cover. Ferrets - More like a cat than a rodent when it comes to care and maintenance. Rabbits - A hunny bunny can be a great pet if some basic needs are met.

32. IrishAnimals.ie: Pet Care Resources Ireland HAMSTER care RESOURCES. The Complete Hamster Site; Golden hamsters;Medical Concerns. BACK TO pet care INDEX. Our Millie Takes You Home. http://www.irishanimals.com/care/hamsters.html

Please support my advertiser - Allianz - they have helped defray the costs of maintaining my website.) READ: Community Discussion Board quarantine learning resources pet care TAKE ACTION: Action Groups Volunteer In Your Area New Thinking About Animals Anti-Vivisection FIND GROUPS: Dogs Cats SPCAs Farm Animals ... Reptiles LOCATE: Pet-Friendly Holidays Other Irish Sites Vets HAMSTER CARE RESOURCES The Complete Hamster Site Golden Hamsters Medical Concerns BACK TO PET CARE INDEX

33. Pet Care And Nutrition pet care and Nutrition. And the same goes for the nation’s pets. More. The RATReview. hamsters are excellent escape artists and can get out of most cages. http://www.mspca.org/For Pet Owners/Pet Care and Nutrition/default.aspx

34. Critters Collection: Hamster Like any pet, hamsters require basic care, but they can be an excellentchoice for a firsttime pet owner. Author(s) Moira C. Harris. http://www.animalnetwork.com/critters/profiles/hamster/default.asp

DEPARTMENTS SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES FERRET CLASSIFIEDS CRITTER COLLECTION CRITTER CLUBS ... Critter Collection : Hamster Hamsters as Pets When I watched my first hamster get acquainted in her new home, I saw her do something that first alarmed me. I left her alone with a full food bowl and returned later to find a swollen, thick little rodent, merrily trotting away on the exercise wheel. I was worried until I saw the hamster move to a particular corner of the cage and, with deft little paws, push what amounted to a quarter of her hamster feed out from her cheek pouches. This trait has earned the hamster its name, taken from the German word hamstern , which means "to hoard." The cheek pouch-filling technique is only one of several traits that makes the hamster an enjoyable, delightful pet. They are fun to watch as they go about their daily routine, and have a curious and inquisitive nature. Because they don't require much attention and can be left alone for short periods of time, they are easy to keep. Like any pet, hamsters require basic care, but they can be an excellent choice for a first-time pet owner. Author(s): Moira C. Harris

35. Ani-Med - Pet Care Information Tips We realize that hamsters are one of the most popular pets, but because of their nocturnalnature and tendency to bite when mishandled, they are not appropriate http://www.animed.org/hamsters_is_a_hamster_right_for_you.htm

I. Hamsters: Is a Hamster Right for you? INDEX For many people, a hamster's downright cuteness puts her at the top of their list of potential pets. But this companion critter has more than just a pretty faceshe's got more than a few requirements that need to be met in order for her to be happy and healthy. Read on to find out if you have what it takes to be a hamster caretaker. While scoping out hamsters, you may have noticed that some are larger than others. It's not that the smaller ones are youngermost likely they're different species. The most common are Syrian hamsters. These guys are about six inches long, and may have white, tan, orange-brown or gray markings; their average lifespan is 2-3 years. The most important thing you need to know about Syrians is that they are solitary by nature and MUST live on their own. That means one to a cageNO exceptions! Two- to three-inch dwarf hamsters, on the other hand, love to be with members of their own kind. If you want to keep members of this species, you must get at least a pair. Same-sex siblings are ideal, especially if you get them when they are young. These animals have an average lifespan of 1-2 years. Some say that dwarf hamsters aren't as friendly as Syrians, and their small size makes them extra-delicate. For these reasons, most experts recommend Syrians for first-timers. We've heard of many owners concerned because their hamster sleeps so much during the day, while others worry because their pets are up all night, running on the exercise wheel. Well, that’s perfectly normal behavior for an animal who's NOCTURNAL. That's right, hamsters are most active during evening and night, and snooze through most of the day. If you have a schedule that permits you to stay up into the wee hours to enjoy your pet, a hamster will fit nicely into your life. Please note that you probably shouldn't set up the cage in a bedroom, as busy hamsters can be pretty noisy when digging, scratching and, yes, running on the exercise wheel.

36. Pet Care: Hamster - Home, Sweet Home hamsters are big on being comfy, so always provide small pieces ofpaper towel for your pet to shred and make a nest with. Remember http://www.animaland.org/asp/petcare/hamsterhome.asp

Dog Cat Bird Rabbit ... Rat Hamster Home, Sweet Home There are lots of hamster houses to choose from. A wire cage with a plastic bottom doubles as a jungle gym for your pet to climb on. Plus, it's easy to clean the plastic. Make sure the wire is small enough to prevent your hamster from escaping. You can keep dwarf hamsters in a cage made for mice. A ten-gallon aquarium with a wire cover makes a cozy home for hamsters of all kinds. The fancier cages with tubes, tunnels and hideaways are good, too, but they usually cost more and are harder to clean. And dwarf hamsters may have trouble climbing up and down the tubes. Help your little guys out by putting a special hamster ladderalso known as a thin tree branch!in the tube for them to climb. Hamster home decor Now comes the fun partdecorating your new pet's home. You don't have to break out the miniature coffee table or chintz curtains, but there are some things you can do to make your hamster's home his castle. Fill the bottom of the cage with bedding so your pet can engage in the all-time favorite hamster sports of digging and tunneling. Use aspen or hardwood shavings, or recycled paper pellets available at pet supply stores. DO NOT use cedar or pine shavings, because they can make your hamster sick. All hamsters need a cave for sleeping and resting. You can use a small flower pot or a wooden box with an entrance holeor buy one from a pet supply store.

37. Hamsters Care OF Furthermore, even less information is available to pet owners on the responsiblehome care of hamsters and their potential medical problems. FOOD AND WATER http://www.cah.com/library/hamster.html

Hamsters Care OF CARE OF HAMSTERS Hamsters are small, virtually tailless, velvet- furred rodents with enormous cheek pouches. They originated in the Middle East and southeastern Europe. The most common and popular, both as pets and laboratory animals, is the golden or Syrian hamster. Color and hair-type varieties of the golden hamster include cinnamon, cream, white, and "teddy bear" (the long-haired variety). Most of the hamsters sold as pets or used in research are the descendants of 3 littermates domesticated in 1930. The cheek pouches are a relatively unique anatomic feature of hamsters. They are actually a cavernous outpouching of the oral (mouth) cavity on both sides, extending alongside the head and neck to the shoulders. These pouches are used to store food and allow the hamster to transport food from where it is gathered to the hamster's den or nest. The food is then eaten later, at the hamster's leisure. Hamster owners not familiar with these cheek pouches often panic when seeing them fully distended for the first time, thinking they represent tumors or abscesses. Another relatively unique anatomic feature of hamsters is the paired glands in the skin over the flanks. These appear as dark spots within the haircoat and are much more obvious in males than females. These glands are used to mark a hamster's territory and also have a role in sexual behavior.

38. Rodent Care - Fact Sheet -- BC SPCA one a home. If you have a pregnant animal consult a pet care bookto make sure you are giving correct care. hamsters. The two most http://www.spca.bc.ca/Factsheets/rodent.htm

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39. Caring For All Animals In Ireland - The Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Your pet Hamster. Remember. The hamster is attractive, funny, active, lively, cleanand easy to care for; lives alone, so no problems with finding other hamsters http://www.ispca.ie/petcare/pet-hamster.html

var javascript_version = 1.0; Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - National Cruelty Helpline: 048 9081 42 42 Home Pet Care / Your Pet Hamster News from ISPCA Press Archive Rescue Stories Letters Page ... Website Feedback Reg. Charity No. CHY 5619 ISPCA National Animal Centre, Derryglogher Lodge, Keenagh, County Longford, Ireland. t. 043 250 35 f. 043 250 24 info@ispca.ie Your Pet Hamster Remember The hamster is attractive, funny, active, lively, clean and easy to care for; lives alone, so no problems with finding other hamsters to live with or breeding. However, Hamsters are active at night, i.e. nocturnal, and need to be left alone and quiet during the day. Taming takes time and patience - they may bite at first. If the temperature gets too cold, they may go asleep (hibernation) A hamsters needs - To live on its own - A mixed diet of seed, grains, nuts, fresh fruit and vegetables - Hard wood to gnaw on - To have a constant supply of fresh drinking water from a drip-feed bottle with a metal spout - A large cage - at least 75 x 40 x 40 cm - A clean cage - cleanliness is important - A nest box and suitable nesting material (not cotton wool type) - Plenty of exercise - Brushing - particularly the long-haired breeds - To be looked after at holiday times - Your time and interest for the rest of your life Fact Sheet

40. Pets And Pet Care Books Hospital Association site includes links to health problems, pet care tips, and someinformation about birds, iguanas, rats, mice, and hamsters is included. http://www.sls.lib.il.us/reference/por/ys/2002/pets.html

REFERENCE HOME And/Or: And Or Search where? Reference only Entire SLS site Pets and Pet Care by Meb Ingold , January 2002 During this time of emotional unrest, many people are feeling the need for a pet. Domestic animals provide feelings of well being. Scientists have found that the simple act of petting a dog or cat can lower a person’s blood pressure. Here are some books and Web sites to help your patrons choose and care for a pet. Cats Evan, Mark. Kitten: A Practical Guide to Caring for Your Kitten . New York: Dorling Kindersley, 1992. ISBN 1-56458-126-8. One of the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Pet Care Guides for Kids. Good illustrations and basic information. Other titles in the series are Birds Fish Guinea Pigs Hamster Puppy , and Rabbit George, Jean Craighead. How to Talk to Your Cat . New York: HarperCollins Children’s Books, 2000. ISBN 0-06-027968-0. This simple book will help owners understand what is going on inside their favorite feline’s head. George has also written How to Talk to Your Dog Gutman, Bill.

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