Selecting a Hamster

Hamsters are great pets. They are sociable, and they do not demand a great deal of attention. However, before you go to the pet store to buy a hamster, you should know what to look for in selecting a healthy hamster. In this free video series, our expert tells you some tips for finding the right hamster for you. Laura Nesson discusses information about hamsters, and she shows you the signs of a healthy hamster. So, if you are thinking of picking up one of these small rodents, learn how to select a healthy hamster today!

"On behalf of Expert Village, I am going to show you how to pick a healthy hamster. Hamsters originated from Southern China, Eastern Asia. They are considered a rodent and they have become very popular in the United States as pets. The reason they have become so popular is because they are very easy to take care of and kids love them. Hamsters have a great personality and they get along well with children. Kids love hamsters because they are easily handled and they are very friendly. Hamsters come in several different shapes and sizes so there is one for everybody. We have short haired hamsters. They are usually the brown with the white; a golden hamster is what they are called. There are black bear hamsters. Most of them are black with little white on their paws. Panda bear hamsters get their names because of the black and white coloring and looks like a panda bear. The most popular hamsters are the teddy bear hamsters because they are so furry. These are the ones that the kids love."