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I plan on getting a winter white dwarf hamster and I was wonder what type of cage would she need I'm only getting 1 hamster and what's the best bedding Brad and food brand? How do you care for them?
Do not use an aquarium tank. A suitably sized (and secure) wire cage with a solid bottom is recommended. HabiTrail and Kaytee have excellent choices for cages. Buy the largest cage you can afford and fit in the chosen space. You can use recycled paper bedding such as CareFresh or Yesterday's News. Aspen shavings or pellets are also acceptable. Do not use pine or cedar shavings as these can be irritating. A commercial diet from Kaytee or VitaKraft can be fed from a ceramic bowl. A ceramic bowl prevents gnawing and tipping. A non chewable water bottle can be hung to provide fresh water daily. Other necessary items include chew toys and an exercise wheel. Find a veterinarian experienced in treating pocket pets and have your new addition examined to confirm good health. Feed, water and exercise daily. Clean the cage weekly. These little guys require very little care and can provide lots of entertainment. Congrats and enjoy!
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What do you think if this brand of small animal treats and food Versele Laga Crock Complete? Do you know anything about this brand? The company claims it is recommended by veterinarians, so I'm wondering if you'd recommend it?
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Describe the shelter/cage requirements for A dog A horse A rabbit A bird
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Would extra small goggles work for a havenes puppy, and would these last through adulthood?
Hi and thanks for posting on Boop by Petco! Havenes dogs do not get very large- around 9 to 16 lbs on average. I would say an extra small pair of goggles would be okay if they can be adjusted as he grows. I hope this helps!
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