How to Take Care of Sick Hamsters
- 1). Quarantine the hamster. Separate him from any cage mates, and put him in a darkened, quiet location with little activity, where he can rest.
- 2). Keep the hamster warm. Make sure he's away from drafts, and provide him with plenty of strips of plain, unscented tissue so he can make an extra-cozy nest.
- 3). Give the hamster ample fresh, clean water. Move the water dish or bottle close to where he's sleeping. If he's weak and not drinking, offer water in a medicine dropper, a small amount at a time.
- 4). Encourage the hamster to eat. Refresh food dishes and move them close to where he's resting. Offer treats. If he's not eating, attempt to feed him baby food through a medicine dropper.
- 5). Disinfect the hamster's cage. Wash the cage and all toys, tubes, wheels, dishes and bottles with a non-toxic solvent. Rinse everything thoroughly with water, and make sure it's all dry before placing the hamster back inside.
- 6). Limit the hamster's activity. Remove his exercise wheel and other toys. Hamsters are known to exercise even when ill. This is dangerous, as it can cause injury or dehydration.
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