Hamsters are small and easy to take care of.hamsters bite if they are startled or restless.While biting is not a behavioral problem to be trained away as with other pets, it is something you can avoid.You can have more fun with your small furry friend if you are careful around your hamster.
Step 1: You should clean your hands.
Hamsters will navigate by smell because they don't have great eyesight.Your hamster may bite your hand if it smells like food.If you are going to reach into the cage for any reason, make sure your hands are clean so your hamster knows you're safe and friendly.
Step 2: Give your pet something to chew on.
They will grow their teeth for the rest of their lives.To keep your hamster from getting too long or sharp, give it something to gnaw on.It will make bites less painful for your hamster.
Step 3: Find a place to keep your pet.
You do not want your hamster running around while you clean the cage.It might bite as you move around the cage.Take it out and put it somewhere that it can't get loose.A small animal carrier is a good place to stay.A hamster ball is not a good idea.If you put your hamster in a ball, you need to keep an eye on it at all times to make sure it doesn't get overheated, or roll the ball down the stairs or to another place it can get hurt.It is hard to do when you are cleaning the cage.
Step 4: If your hamster is injured, you should check it out.
Hamsters that are hurt may bite to show their pain.When you take your hamster to the vet, make sure you wear gloves.Not eating, bleeding, swelling, limping, labored breathing, squeaks, cries of pain, or sleeping more than usual are some of the signs that suggest your hamster is injured.There is a serious disease called wet tail.If your hamster gets wet and stays that way, you need to take it to the vet.Make sure you clean out the cages regularly because wet tail comes from them.
Step 5: Take care of your hamster.
Hamsters don't like being touched.When you get a new hamster, put your hands close to it.This will cause him to be in your presence.If you introduce a hamster to a new cage, leave it alone for a few days to get used to it.Place your hand in the cage when the hamster is awake after a few days.Don't go near it.Allow the hamster to come to you.A good way to get your hamster to check out your hand is with treats.Once you are comfortable with your hand, you can pick up the hamster.To scoop it up securely, cup your hands under the belly.
Step 6: Make sure your pet is awake.
When they sleep, hamsters can get very grumpy and bite.It is better for you to sleep with your pet than to pick it up and play with it.During the day, hamsters are less active and awake.In the early evening, your hamster will most likely be active and willing to be touched.
Step 7: Give your hamster some exercise.
hamsters bite because they are bored or restless.Make sure your hamster has something to do.You can take it out of the cage and let it run around outside, or even in an exercise ball.There are plastic tubes to explore in the cage.
Step 8: Wear gloves.
Gloves are probably a good idea if you have a sick or aggressive hamster.If you want to keep your hamster's teeth out of your skin, you should use thick gardening gloves.
Step 9: Stay calm.
If you are bitten, do not do things that will make the hamster jump.Don't shout or shake at your hamster.This will make it more likely that it will bite again.Slowly lower the hamster back into the cage if you hold it when it bites you.The hamster should let go of its grip.Slowly pry its jaws open to get your skin out of its mouth.
Step 10: Take care of the wound.
If the teeth are long, hamster bites can break the skin, but most of the time it should be treated as a minor wound.Place a clean cloth on the wound and wash it with soap and water.If the bite creates a deep puncture wound, apply pressure with a clean, dry cloth, and get to a doctor as soon as possible.
Step 11: Bandage the wound.
You will want to make sure you don't get an infection after cleaning up the bite area.After applying an antibiotic cream to the cut, cover it with a clean bandage.The entire wound should be covered by the bandage.
Step 12: Symptoms of other diseases can be seen.
Like other animals, hamster bites can transmit diseases to humans.If you are bitten, it's a good idea to keep an eye out for other signs of a more serious problem, like pain, and failure to heal around the bite area.If you see more serious signs after a hamster bite, contact a doctor.hamsters have very rare diseases.Unless the hamster is sick and acting strange, you are not in danger.Go to your doctor if you suspect the hamster has a disease.