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Old 02-16-2024, 01:08 PM  
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Default Re: Is my hamster ok?

I would advise getting to the vet if he dragging his legs but even more urgently if he has a lump on his eye. Any eye issue is considered by a vet as an emergency. Plus they can prescribe some pain meds if he could potentially be in discomfort

In the meantime I would make his cage safer for him and remove anything he can climb onto a fall off especially if he failing onto his head.

Vets cant force you to put him to sleep but will advise it when it best for the individual. You don't have to make the decision their a then - you can go away and make the decision in your own time and set a date. I have had vets advise palliative care however these cases I have already decided it was best to let them go.

All the best to you and your hamster.
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