Syrian hamster, long-haired
Variety Hamster Mesocricetus auratus
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Overview
A recessive coat type with long, soft hair. Males grow a much longer "skirt" (up to several centimetres) than females. Bedding and food can get caught in the coat, so check it weekly.
- Coat type
- Long
- Grooming need
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Health and common problems
These are common issues for this animal, not a diagnosis. If you are worried about your animal, see a vet.
No reviewed health information yet.
Care and maintenance
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Comb the long coat
every week
Gently comb the skirt with a soft toothbrush or wide comb and remove bedding caught in it; do not bathe the hamster in water.
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Who it gets along with
Worked out from the traits of this animal. Individual animals differ, and introductions should always be slow and supervised.
Not enough information about: children, cats, dogs, small pets, birds, fish, seniors, strangers.
Notable cases
- Hamster (Avoid with): Like every Syrian hamster it must live alone.
Set-up and food
- Substrate / bedding
- Paper
- Housing mode
- Solitary only
Informacje prawne
Check your local law. Rules about keeping, importing and selling animals differ between countries and regions and change often. What is written here may be out of date; ask your local authority before you buy or adopt.
No specific legal rules are recorded for this animal.
Family tree
Part of
- Syrian hamster main type
Varieties and crosses of Syrian hamster, long-haired
- Syrian hamster, "teddy bear" variety
Related
General information, not veterinary advice. Every animal is an individual. Typical values and costs are estimates. Talk to a vet, a breeder or a shelter before you decide, and see a vet if your animal is unwell.