Re: Hello from Zoe and Milo 🥰🐹
I'd say that hamster balls are just too great a risk, toes and feet can get caught, it forces them to run with an arched back, and there's not really good ventilation. Free roaming them in a playpen or a hamster-proof room is much better, if they enjoy it. You don't really need to do a deep clean every week, a long as your cage is a proper size. I generally do a deep clean once every 4-5 weeks, or just when spot cleaning isn't stopping the cage from smelling anymore. When you're starting to lift him up, then just lure him onto your hand or arm, or wait until he walks on by himself, and lift him up slowly, still above or inside his cage. He may run off, if so, just try again. If he runs off into his hide, give it a day or two, then try again. You can also take him out into a bathtub or playpen, and just let him climb on you, and get used to your scent. What species is he? Hope this helps!
Last edited by NibblesTheHam; 02-03-2021 at 07:14 AM.
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