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Hamster advice

Free expert advice for hamster owners

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Make your own: rodent crackers

We all love to treat our pets and keep them happy. If you are looking to give your small pets a special something, then follow our steps to create some rodent crackers!

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Can my pets eat pumpkin?

Pumpkin is a regular staple of Autumn for many people.

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Halloween enrichment ideas for your pets

Get in the Halloween spirit with your cats, dogs, and small pets with these frightfully fun and spooky enrichment toys and ideas. Your pets will love them!

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How to health-check small pets

Health-checking your small pets once a week is a good way to ensure that your pet remains happy and healthy.

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Neutering your rodents: what you need to know

Neutering rodents is a fairly new practice, but it can have many benefits.

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Make your own: hamster and gerbil hotels

We all love to treat our pets and keep them happy. If you are looking to give your gerbils and hamsters a special something, then follow our steps to create some cheap and easy hamster and gerbil hotels!

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Poisonous food and plants for small pets

There are several foods and plants that can be poisonous to small animals. Take a look at our list below of foods and plants to avoid.

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How many hamsters should you keep?

Hamsters are fascinating pets, almost resembling miniature bears. They all come with their individual characters and enjoy exploring their surroundings.

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An introduction to hamsters

Hamsters are fascinating pets; they all have individual characters and enjoy exploring their surroundings. With time and patience, some hamsters can even enjoy learning basic tricks.

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Make your hamster feel at home

Create the best environment for your dwarf breed or Syrian hamsters

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Your hamsters' health: what to look out for

Hamsters live on average for three years and are generally healthy animals.

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Hamsters: your day-to-day guide

Hamsters are fascinating pets, almost resembling miniature bears. They all come with their individual characters and enjoy exploring their surroundings. Find out how to care for your hamster day-to-day below.

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Woodgreen Pets Charity is a registered trademark of Wood Green Animal Shelters, registered charity no. 298348. A company limited by guarantee (02073930), registered office Kings Bush Farm, London Road, Godmanchester, PE29 2NH. Copyright © 2022 Wood Green Animal Shelters.