How do you clean a teddy bear hamster?

How to Give a Teddy Bear Hamster a Bath

1. Fill a container or bowl with a few inches of lukewarm water.
2. Hold your hamster gently but securely in one hand.
3. Dip part of a soft washcloth into the water.
4. Add a small drop of baby shampoo into the water if water alone doesn’t clean your teddy bear hamster adequately.

How do you deep clean a teddy bear?

For most teddy bear cleaning, we recommend a surface clean. The best way to do this is with carpet foam or a mild shampoo and warm water solution. Do not get your toy very wet – just enough water to loosen the dirt. Apply the foam or suds with a toothbrush and wipe down with a clean cloth to remove dirt.

Do teddy bear hamsters like to be held?

Teddy bear hamsters are solitary animals, spending most of their time in their cage. You can hand-tame and handle a teddy bear hamster, and over time he might come to like being handled and petted, but they never become particularly affectionate.

How do you clean old teddy bears?

How to Clean Old Teddy Bears

1. Put on a pair of rubber gloves.
2. Fill a washing up bowl or sink with warm to cool water and add a Persil bio or colour liquid detergent (read the instructions on the label).
3. Place teddy in the water and allow him to soak.
4. Drain the soapy water and rinse teddy until no more suds come out.

Can a teddy bear hamster live with an adult hamster?

Forcing adult hamsters to live together, even if this just means having their cages next to each other, they will be stressed and likely very unhappy. While the teddy bear hamster looks cute and cuddly, Syrian hamsters are actually not as docile as other breeds. If not handled properly this hamster is more likely to bite in order to protect itself.

What’s the difference between a teddy bear hamster and a Syrian hamster?

What is the difference between a Syrian hamster and a teddy bear hamster? A Syrian hamster with long hair is often referred to as a teddy bear hamster, due to its cute and fluffy appearance whilst a short haired Syrian hamster is known as a fancy hamster, although the names are interchangeable.

What kind of hair does a teddy bear have?

A recessive gene causes some Syrian hamsters to have long hair. Just like the short-hair Syrians, long-hair or teddy bear hamsters come in a variety of fur colors including tan, cream, white, dark brown and black, and combinations of two or more of those colors.

Where can I get a Fancy Bear hamster?

Pet size, gender and color may vary by store. Stop by your nearest PetSmart to find your next family pet. Fancy Bear Syrian Hamsters are energetic and athletic creatures that make great pets. Their fur-lined pouches extend from their head to their shoulders, which helps them to transport food.