*Waves* Hey there. I'm an accidental owner...

[RhubynRampage]

Hullo. I'm Claire, and I have one hamster, a long haired sable syrian thing called Rhubyn Russell. He was an accident I didn't like hamsters as such before Rhubyn, they aren't really big and squishy enough for me. But he was dumped at my local pet shop and they put him up for rehoming with a donation to a charity. Now this was just before Xmas, and let's face it, all animals need a home for Christmas...unfortunately the lady in the shop who knows me pounced and I ended up the confused owner of one hamster, a cage, and thousands of toys which I hastily bought.
I have experience with rodents and small animals so I'm good with the care, but I figured it would be a good idea to join here.

I'll put a pic of Rhu in the Syrian thread soon enough.

I also own 9 rats and two cats along with Rhubyn.

[Holly]

Hi and welcome from me

You've definitely come to the right place - we are all hamster addicts here and getting sucked in is only a click away :P

Looking forward to your pictures of Rhubyn

[RhubynRampage]

Thank you
He is such a lovely little guy, very tame and happy to be in a new home.

[Spuds Mum]

hello and welcome from me! I am sure that hamsters will grow on you, cause Rhubyn sounds an adorable friendly boy!
I'm sort of the opposite really - I love hamsters but have always been a bit unsure/afraid of rats - its a tail thing I think . But so many people recently have posted pics on here of their lovely ratties that I am definitely seeing them in a new light.
I'm sure we'd love to see pics of all of your pets when you have the chance!

[RhubynRampage]

I posted them already In Misc. Chat I believe.
He was just out for a wander with me in my room; into everything, he is

[pophammy]

Hi and welcome to the forum! Good to have you with us!

[secretsquirrelzo]

Hi Claire

I'm new too, I have Humbug who is a silver grey syrian, and will be 2 yrs at the end of Jan. I also have five girly ratties - Star, Wispa, Dottie, Misty and Tiptoe, who will all be one in April/May.

If you scroll down the intros forum a bit you will find my post from yesterday, with photos of Humbug and the girls!

Zo
xx

[souffle]

Welcome to the forum and that is one handsome hammy you have there. Sables are just so gorgeoua and one of my favourite colours. Accidental or not I bet you will soon be addicted to hammies. He is really gorgeous

[suga]

I think I posted on your other thread - but hello and welcome.

[Basia]

Hi and welcome from me too.