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Old 05-06-2010, 10:58 PM  
kazmac
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Fife, Scotland
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Default Re: Scratching hamster

Be careful your hamster doesn't have mites which could be causing the scratching, though. Other symptoms include thinning / loss of hair and sore bits on skin (usually caused by the excessive scratching).
Can you see any bits at the base of its fur which look like little bits of dust? Usually dark on light coloured fur and light or silvery on dark fur. You might have to look vey carefully, especially on its rump.
If it has mites, this will need treated. And it's usually a course of treatment. If untreated, it can make your hamster ill.
I would have a look or take it to the vet if the scratching is relly excessive, just to get it checked out and make sure.
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