Fresh food that is served and not eaten within 24 hours should be removed from the cage as it will spoil. Hamsters will thrive in metal cages, plastic habitats, and glass aquariums. If you do choose a glass aquarium, please remember that it does not have a lot of ventilation. Please watch that the humidity does not build too much as the hamster needs to be in a dry environment. The decision on where to place a hamster cage should be made carefully.
Hamsters require a quiet place during the day, and a place where they can be noisy in the evening.
They should be kept in an area that stays cool, approx. 68 degrees, and with low humidity. Kaytee Aspen bedding is the recommended bedding in the cage or aquarium. Also, do not place the cage in a drafty area, or in an area with direct sunlight. A food dish is recommended, however, the hamster will just remove the food and stash it in another location.