Adding another hamster

Robolover21 · 03-17-2015, 09:38 AM

I have robo who I brought almost four weeks ago, I went to where I got her today and they still have some of her litter mates, after being apart for so long if I brought one to live with her, will they get on or will they fight?

Artisans_uk · 03-17-2015, 09:42 AM

I am almost certain that they would fight because the fluff you got originally has established the cage as her territory and despite the new robo being her litter mate, the bond has been severed.

I wouldn't want to risk either fluff being injured or worse by trying to put them together. Too big a risk.

Nancy's Hamsters · 03-17-2015, 09:42 AM

Most likely they would fight as once split from their cage mates they seldom go back together.
ETA: I was posting the same time as Artisan was LOL

Robolover21 · 03-17-2015, 09:44 AM

Ok thanks I won't get one then, I just felt bad as they have been there so long

Artisans_uk · 03-17-2015, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nancy's Hamsters

ETA: I was posting the same time as Artisan was LOL

We were obviously in tune, Nancy.

racinghamster · 03-19-2015, 04:36 AM

Introducing a newcomer even after a few days can be dangerous. Feeling sorry for hamsters in a pet shop is normal, but they will either be sold soon or placed in the adoption area, where many do get better homes due to owners looking for the more `needy` hamsters.

Roborovskis are notorious for falling out even when paired up from day one! Enjoy the one you have. x

Robolover21 · 03-19-2015, 12:06 PM

Wish I had the space for another cage!! I could in an emergency but not otherwise