Hamsters
The small nocturnal that transforms the night into adventure
The hamster (genus Cricetinae) is a solitary, nocturnal rodent native to the steppes of central Asia. Five species are kept in captivity: golden (the most well-known), Russian, Roborovski, Chinese, and Campbell's. These are fragile animals with short lifespans (1.5 to 3 years), perfect as a first observation animal for a supervised child.
Overview
20–200 g
Weight range
min ↔ max documented
1–3 ans
Life expectancy
all ages
Very small
Majority size
5 breeds of 5
100%
Suited for apartments
referenced breeds
Ideal profile
What should good food contain for hamster ?
Nutritional ranges validated by our team. These are the ranges our PawScore considers ideal.
Hamster mix
- Protein14–20%
- Fat4–8%
- Fiber5–10%
- Calories280–380kcal
Values outside the range are not dangerous, but slightly reduce the PawScore according to our methodology.
Lifestyle
STRICTLY solitary (except Roborovski and Campbell, sometimes as a pair depending on temperament). Cage minimum 80 cm (ideal 1m), 20-25 cm bedding (need to dig), silent 22-28 cm wheel (never barred), multiple hiding spots, wooden toys.
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Nocturnal activity: do not disturb during the day, it sleeps.
Nutrition
Omnivore with granivore dominance: premium mix without added sugars (40-50%), small amount of fresh vegetables (cucumber, zucchini, broccoli), animal proteins 1-2x/week (cooked egg, mealworm, chicken breast). NEVER citrus, onion, garlic, chocolate.
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Water cup or bottle, changed daily.
Care
Exotic veterinary check-up every 6 months after 18 months, dental monitoring (continuously growing incisors), stable temperature (18-24°C—no drafts, no direct heating), weekly sand bath for coat cleanliness. Gentle handling, never rough (heart racing easily).
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Alert
To avoid for hamster
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- citrusModerate
- titanium dioxideHigh
- bitter almondHigh
- GarlicModerate
Rankings
Find the right hamster
Thematic selections to guide your choice based on your lifestyle.
The best animals for small budgets
Companions with reasonable maintenance costs — from hamster to dwarf rabbit.
See the rankingThe best animals for children
Gentle, sturdy, and easy to handle companions.
See the rankingVery small hamster breeds
8 breeds ranked by size
See the rankingHamsters with the longest lifespans
Maximum documented lifespan — 3 years for the Campbell
See the rankingThe best hamsters for apartment living
9 compact breeds suited to urban life
See the rankingThe best small animals for children
Ideal small animals for teaching responsibility without going overboard.
See the rankingOur catalog hamster
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Referenced products
67/100
Average PawScore
0%
Rated excellent
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Distribution by category
Complete catalog
All breeds of hamsters
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Next step
The right meal for your hamster.
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