Properly handling your hamster the right way and at the right times can dramatically effect the temperament of your pet. Holding and playing with your hamster is what makes owning these small furry animals fun. Follow these simple rules so that your playtime experiences are enjoyable.

Hamsters that are handled regularly, beginning when they are young, become docile friendly creatures. But beware, if a hamster feels he is being handled too rough, or if he is disturbed when resting or sleeping they can become aggressive.

When picking up your hamster cup your hand under the hamster’s rump and use your thumb and index and middle fingers to grab the loose skin on the neck. When holding your pet cup your hands around the hamster with your palms pressed firmly against it. Always handle your hamster in an enclosed area so that if it tries to escape you won’t feel the need to try and squeeze the hamster to prevent its escape.

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