Re: Should I be worried
Generally, hamsters are silent creatures, but can react to dust or wake up feeling a bit snuffly due to breathing in warm air inside their nest. Sometimes they will often let out little sniffles or sneezes/hiccups too, but it doesn`t mean they have a respiratory problem, it`s usually normal environmental reactions. However, constant `clicking` while breathing in and out that accompanies lethargy or the hamsters behaviour doesn`t look right, this can indicate a respiratory problem so should see a vet for Baytril or other appropriate antibiotic. Hamsters are usually quite resilient to daily life generally, but it`s a good idea to use your eyes and ears to check on them daily for any signs of change.
Making sure their sleeping chamber is roomy can help and not using a small plastic house that can cause moisture to form inside. cardboard boxes without a floor with a few doors cut into the box are ideal nests and the hamster has room to make a nest and store food without feeling cramped. x
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