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Oatmeal_Cupcake · 05-26-2015, 03:57 PM

So... are there any surprises in getting a younger hamsters than some that are a bit older?

For example, I'm under the impression that 4-5 week old hamsters are easier to tame than one that might be 8-12 weeks. I'm also under the impression that if they are younger then they will know you more and not fear you as much as a slightly older one.

Is there really that much of a difference?
Are there any pros and cons of having a 4-5 week old hammy?
Is it better to get a 8-12 week old to get a better sense of it's personality?
Or do hamsters develop a kinder personality the younger you tame them?

05-26-2015, 03:57 PM
Oatmeal_Cupcake Senior Hamster Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Utah, USA. Posts: 604	4-5 week hamsters vs 8-12 week hamsters So... are there any surprises in getting a younger hamsters than some that are a bit older? For example, I'm under the impression that 4-5 week old hamsters are easier to tame than one that might be 8-12 weeks. I'm also under the impression that if they are younger then they will know you more and not fear you as much as a slightly older one. Is there really that much of a difference? Are there any pros and cons of having a 4-5 week old hammy? Is it better to get a 8-12 week old to get a better sense of it's personality? Or do hamsters develop a kinder personality the younger you tame them? __________________ Kit Kat forever in my heart - 11/12/14.