Re: New Hamster, Frantic Behaviour
Hi everybody,
Thanks for your helpful replies. I know there are mixed opinions on hamster balls, I must admit that I mainly use one for my other hamster (Pearl) as the only real hamster-safe place in my house is my porch and some nights I really don't want to sit in there with her so the ball at least gets her out of the cage for a bit.. But I see your points and maybe I should re-think.
Anyway, I didn't manage to see your replies until today and I was so worried about Violet last night that I did end up letting her out in the bath tub with a blanket down and some boxes etc to scurry through. She seemed to have a marvellous time! No fear at all, and I'm pleased to report there was no circling the cage afterwards, or frantic gnawing. Usually she gets up when I come in from work too and begins the mania but she has stayed asleep so far. So I'm cautiously pleased. Going to let her out again tonight I think to keep up the routine.
Thanks again for the advice.
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