Chinese hamster
Coming from a large subfamily of rodents, the Chinese hamster is the most used as a pet in the world for its small size and ease of maintenance, however, this species is prohibited in Brazil due to legislation on the importation of live specimens.reading to find out everything.
- The Chinese hamster is.
- As the name suggests.
- Originating in the deserts of northeastern China and Mongolia.
- This breed of hamster was first domesticated in 1919 and its history began as a laboratory animal.
- Years later.
- The Chinese hamster was replaced by bowls that were easier to maintain and it was at this time that it gained popularity as a pet.
It is a long and thin rodent with a small prenile tail of 1 cm, bears some resemblance to the common mouse, although it measures about 10 to 12 centimeters maximum, weighing between 35 and 50 grams.
Dark eyes, open ears and innocent eyes make the Chinese hamster a popular pet.They have some sexual dysmorphia, as the male is usually larger than the female, with the testicles slightly decompensated to their body.
The Chinese hamster is usually two colors, reddish brown or grayish brown, although it is possible to find black-and-white specimens in rare cases, the upper body has lines, as well as a black stripe on the front and along the spine., ending up in the queue.
Once tamed, the Chinese hamster is a perfect pet that will not hesitate to get into the caregiver’s hands or sleeves and enjoy their care and care.They are very intelligent and playful animals who like to contact their tutor.
They are somewhat unpredictable compared to members of their own species, as they can behave territorially as they are used to being solitary animals (it is not recommended to join them with groups that are not single-sex natives).If you have large groups, the guardian should always be vigilant as assaults or disputes may arise.
On the market you will find a wide variety of products from different brands that include different seeds to feed your Chinese hamster, its content should include oats, wheat, corn, rice and barley, high in fiber and low in fat.
You can add fruits and vegetables, such as cucumber, tomato, zucchini, spinach or lentils, as well as apples, pears, bananas or peaches to your diet, you can also add small amounts of nuts such as hazelnuts, nuts or peanuts.young pregnant women, nursing mothers or the elderly, milk oats can be included in the diet.
In the wild, it feeds on herbs, germs, seeds and even insects
Chinese hamsters are very active animals and therefore must have a minimum cage of 50 x 35 x 30 centimeters.His great obsession with climbing requires a two-story cage, hanging toys, a Ferris wheel and even a hallway so you can have fun when you’re not with it.
Below is a list of the most common diseases of the Chinese hamster:
Ordinance 93/98, which deals with the import and export of live specimens, products and by-products of Brazilian wildlife and exotic wildlife, leaves the importation of hamsters, and this species cannot be introduced into Brazil.