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Old 09-05-2017, 09:51 PM   #1
Natasha95
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Default Lethargic hamster!

My Syrian hamster is suddenly super lethargic. I usually take him out of his cage at 10:30 p.m. to free range, and the last couple of nights he didn't want to come out. Tonight he's barely moving. I had to hand feed him. And he just keeps going to different parts of his cage and sleeping. He's in his wheel now, and he'll take a few steps and then flop down. His eyes are open, but he's just lying flat. He's only 5 months old, so it can't be old age.
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Old 09-05-2017, 10:51 PM   #2
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Default Re: Lethargic hamster!

I don't know where you are but one thing to consider is temperature, is it hot or cold where you are?
If the temperature is around about normal range & it isn't that then I would take your ham to the vet for a check as it does sound as though he's quite unwell.
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Old 09-06-2017, 04:29 AM   #3
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I was also wondering about temperature. It's getting cool at night in our part of the world and our hammy doesn't want to come out and is building a bigger nest. It sounds more like heat or being unwell though if he is flopping. Has anything changed recently? eg has he been moved, had a cage clean, change of diet? Or is it very warm?
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Old 09-12-2017, 05:15 PM   #4
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It might've been the temperature because it is starting to get colder. Luckily, he has since returned to normal. I still don't know what was wrong with him, but I'm glad he's ok now!
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Old 09-12-2017, 10:52 PM   #5
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Default Re: Lethargic hamster!

Hopefully, he will continue to behave in his typical manner. I would just try to keep the temperature as stable and within healthy range. I would also keep a close eye on him to monitor any more changes in behavior. If he begins to act lethargic or floppy, or refuses to eat or drink enough, I would take him to the vet. Good luck!
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