Rebel, Daisy, Vanilla, Honey, and Colby Jack

[Colby and the Dwarfs]

Originally Posted by NiceCrocs

Colby, I'm so sorry this is happening. Please remember we're here for you. It must be devastating to lose so much so quickly, but you're so strong, I know you'll pull through it.

We love you so much, Colby, and we grieve with you.

Aw thank you so much. Everyone's support is really sweet. Losing 7 so quickly is bad, but not knwing why....*sigh*

Originally Posted by kyrilliondaemon

Can you speak to a vet in the morning? For now I'd check the temperature and if you have gas in the house I'd make sure there aren't any leaks or anything if you can, carbon monoxide is always an unlikely possibility too

I'm sorry for all the losses

I will try. The temp is normal (74f). I will have a look around for anything else. Thank you.

Originally Posted by BrainGirl

Oh Colby, I'm so so sorry I second talking to a vet and having the air quality tested. It might not be enough to bother a human-sized creature but hamsters are so tiny and so sensitive. I feel so badly for the pain you're going through x

Will do. Thank you xxx

Originally Posted by Hekomi

Both SO and I are sorry to hear this too - SO immediately though food or bedding contamination? But air quality... something should help.

Sending you hugs. x

I just got new bedding...but only Rebel and Daisy were on it. Food is normal. I really am so lost. Thank you though xxx

Originally Posted by twix and oreo mates4life

No!! Not Colby!!!! I had something similar with my babies. I went in and one was dead another was breathing heavy. The next day another one died and the day after that two more died. Then another a few weeks later. I'm so sorry colby

You know, I actually thought about that. Did you ever figure out what happened?

Thank you.




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Yoshi is looking lethargic. I don't think he is going to make it through the night.

[Thrifty Hamster]

I second, thirded, fourthed whatever anyone here is saying. Go through all the bags of vegetables, fruits, take out any toys that they are using that smell like they have pee on them or poo - or any smelly objects - what if a pet has an infectious virus thats going about? Who knows. Clean the cages. Check the air vents in the morning after you call the vet, call an A/C guy, etc.

Restock on EVERYTHING. Food, toys, supplies. It's hard and expensive but you want your babies to be safe and sound, a massive wave of loss just hit you - dont let this happen again. Bake any wood logs or just throw them out completely would be my advice. Clean cages RIGHT NOW. Schedule vet appointments for EVERYONE.

Wether or not they're sick, make sure they are checked over.

Best wishes and I hope no more losses until your able to do some of the things I mentioned.

[Denisekay]

If it's something to do with the house then maybe you should try to take them outside? I mean, don't leave them overnight of course but as long as you can perhaps? Or maybe even a different room, if they're all in the same room that is.

[DrKMcK]

I just came on saw this. Colby,something is seriously wrong...especially with the gerbils dying too. Something killed them. This is not normal at all. Nothing to do with age. You have got to have a vet do a necropsy on them. I'd definitely get the gas company in to check CO2 levels. That's just crazy! You cannot bring any other animals in until you find out what did this. I've never heard of this many animals dying at once., Colby Jack, OMG. All the dwarfies, even the babies. I can't imagine what this is like for you. I'm so sorry. I don't believe this. Are there any animals left in the house? Dear Lord, This is awful .

Colby, what about Swiss? Is she okay?
OMG! Biscotti!! Is Biscotti okay?

Look at this...I'm so upset I'm mixing up my hams...Biscotti is Hekomi's baby boy.

[Nancy's Hamsters]

My first thought was CO2 levels as there are few illnesses that are this quick to kill. Were they all sleeping when they died? That would indicate a Co2 leak somewhere near by the Hamsters and Gerbils. Other thought was did you do a change of water to all that died? Just a week ago in Toledo they had a huge water contamination that was so deadly even touching the water from the faucet could KILL a dog or a human. The water had Toxic Algae in the drinking water. You need to report all these sudden deaths to the proper authorities as the deaths may save lives of others. Were all these animals in the same room and same area of the room? This is defo more then coincidence for sure. Huge Hugs to you as you mourn the loss of so many furry friends in so short a time.

[Denisekay]

What about the dogs and the cat? Are they okay?

[twix and oreo mates4life]

You know, I actually thought about that. Did you ever figure out what happened?
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I'm not really sure what could have happened. I know it wasn't poor breeding because the 3 that lived are doing great.

It could have been because they are eating their poop,

They were too cold

They got randomly sick,

Or it was just some random thing that happened. When it started happening I was afraid to go in my room because I didn't want to see any more of them dead. I know what your going through, Colby. Twix and I are sending hammy hugs your way and I'll bet Colby and the others are playing with Oreo and the babies as we write

[Truffle]

I am completely lost for words, I don't really know what to say other than the fact that I am so sorry. It is so hard losing just one pet let alone seven, especially in such a short period of time. All my thoughts and prays are with you. xx

[cypher]

I can't even begin to imagine how devastating this must be, can't add anything to what has already been said but I am so very sorry for your loss.

[Teddy001]

Something that they all had, food, water, something- can you think of anything that they had that the rest of your hams did not? No words can express the deep sorrow, that im feeling for you and your hamster.. I'm so sorry.. And I agree with everyone, hope you find out what is causing, this to happen..xx