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Jingles · 05-24-2020, 01:04 PM

Hello,
I’m a new hamster owner and new to the forum.

Late last night we were letting our hamster have a run around. He likes to go behind a tall bookcase and shimmy his way to the top but he didn’t make it this time and we presume he fell. When he eventually reappeared he was limping, dragging his leg behind him. He let me carry him as usual back to his cage. He moved around but limping. Today he’s slept most of the day but has eaten a little and gone to the toilet. He has been keeping to his house so haven’t been able to observe him but I also want him to rest and not disturb him if he’s in pain. He’s sleepy but not making any noise which is usual.

We need to get him to a vet but wé’re not registered anywhere. Being bank holiday weekend doesn’t help. If he’s broken his leg, I’m worried he’s in a lot of pain and what the impact will be because of the delay getting him help.

Any advice?

05-24-2020, 01:04 PM
Jingles Newborn Pup Join Date: May 2020 Location: London Posts: 3	I think my hamster has broken it’s leg Hello, I’m a new hamster owner and new to the forum. Late last night we were letting our hamster have a run around. He likes to go behind a tall bookcase and shimmy his way to the top but he didn’t make it this time and we presume he fell. When he eventually reappeared he was limping, dragging his leg behind him. He let me carry him as usual back to his cage. He moved around but limping. Today he’s slept most of the day but has eaten a little and gone to the toilet. He has been keeping to his house so haven’t been able to observe him but I also want him to rest and not disturb him if he’s in pain. He’s sleepy but not making any noise which is usual. We need to get him to a vet but wé’re not registered anywhere. Being bank holiday weekend doesn’t help. If he’s broken his leg, I’m worried he’s in a lot of pain and what the impact will be because of the delay getting him help. Any advice?