Check the hamster s ears. The ears should be clean. If the ears are dirty in appearance this could be a sign of infection or mite infestation. The breeder or pet store will supply you with a cardboard carrying box. If you re traveling more than a short distance bring a plastic container with air holes and a secure lid.
Hamsters can chew out of the cardboard box.
Add a small amount of bedding to the bottom of the container. Sprinkle a small amount of food on the bottom of the container. Male and female hamsters are both equally easy to tame. Some varieties of hamsters can be kept in one cage together if they have been littermates. The social species of hamsters are Dzungarian Dwarf Hamsters, Short Dwarf Hamsters and Russian Hamsters.