Hi, I'm new and getting my first hamster

[Cinnamon Bear]

You might consider asking Pet Smart if they have any hamsters in their "back room" available for adoption. Sometimes they have hamsters that haven't been put on the floor yet, or ones that are too old & haven't found a home yet so they've been taken off the floor.

[Gothicwarrior]

Thank you, Cinnamon Bear, I didn't even think about that when I am able to go to Petsmart, I'll ask them. I recently found out that the exotic pet store I always go to for feeder rats, that they sell hamsters, it's funny been going there for years and never noticed. Every animal at the exotic pet store I go to sells animals from professional breeders they care about their animals.

[dreamtree1234]

Hi and welcome to HC, Gothicwarrior! Everyone gave such wonderful advice. I hope that you are able to find your very special hampal and the two of you have many wonderful years together. Have fun finding the one that calls out to you. I look forward to seeing you around in forum and getting to know your little fluffy when he/she is given a loving, forever home with you. Best of luck!

My Syrian Eros waves a tiny paw to you and can't wait to meet your new hammy whenever he/she is settled in more.

[Josie]

Hello Gothicwarrior and welcome to HC, look forward to meeting your new hammy, lots of good advice and friendly hammy owners on this forum