There are two main species of hamsters kept as pets: Syrian (Golden) hamsters and Siberian (Dwarf) hamsters. Syrian hamsters are solitary by nature. You shouldn’t put them together after they reach 10 ...

Hamsters are common family pets. They’re distant cousins of mice and rats. Their small size and cleanliness make them easy to care for. Hamsters are good pets for children or first-time pet owners.

Which hamster wheels are best? The image of a tiny hamster running endlessly on a spinning wheel has become an iconic part of owning these small, energetic animals. While often used symbolically as a ...