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Petite · 09-06-2019, 01:47 AM

I've had my dwarf hammy for 8 months now, and she's still nervous of being held. It takes time, and some hamsters are just naturally not keen on being handled much. It sounds as though you are doing everything right, so give Freddie a bit more time and try to take things at his speed. Have you tried playing with him in a large box or playpen? Another thing you could consider is your hands - do they always smell the same when you handle Freddie? I always wash my hands before I handle my dwarf, so she is used to the same scent. Talk gently to him, too, so he gets used to your voice.

09-06-2019, 01:47 AM
Petite Senior Hamster Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Scotland Posts: 501	Re: Help... I’m new to this:)! I've had my dwarf hammy for 8 months now, and she's still nervous of being held. It takes time, and some hamsters are just naturally not keen on being handled much. It sounds as though you are doing everything right, so give Freddie a bit more time and try to take things at his speed. Have you tried playing with him in a large box or playpen? Another thing you could consider is your hands - do they always smell the same when you handle Freddie? I always wash my hands before I handle my dwarf, so she is used to the same scent. Talk gently to him, too, so he gets used to your voice.