How do I clean my hamster fur?

How do I clean my hamster fur?

Take some hamster wipes or wet a portion of a soft cloth or washcloth.Using the damp cloth or hamster wipe, gently clean the particular spot on your hamster. Once you’re done cleaning, allow your hamster’s fur to air dry fully before placing him back in the cage.

Can you wash your hamster?

Hamsters are fastidious groomers and do a good job keeping themselves clean, baths, as we tend to think of them, are not necessary. However, it is possible to spot-clean them, if they truly need it. It is especially important to check their bottom as sometimes bedding can stick after going to the bathroom.

Should I brush my hamster’s fur?

Brush your long-haired hamster. Long-haired hamster may get dirt or mats in their fur that can only be removed by brushing them. The best instrument to use is a clean, unused, soft-bristled toothbrush. Some hamsters may enjoy being brushed, and will sit still for you.

Should I bathe my hamster?

Never bathe your hamster. Bathing your hamster in water washes out their natural oils and can seriously harm them! Hamsters can’t swim very well and therefore can drown, they will be extremely stressed during the process as well and this can lead to stress-related illnesses such as Wet Tail which can kill a hamster.

How often should you wash your hamster?

Once a week is advisable, and certainly at least once every two weeks. But you may want to have a clean-out more frequently than that.