The First Night With a New Hamster: What Every Owner Should Expect

New hamster exploring its cage during the first night in a new home

Bringing a new hamster home is exciting, but the first night can be surprisingly stressful—for both the hamster and the owner. Many people expect their new pet to immediately start exploring, eating treats, and interacting with them. Instead, they often find a hamster hiding in a corner, sleeping, freezing in place, or refusing food altogether. …

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