{"id":56458,"date":"2022-04-16T10:49:29","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:49:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T10:49:29","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:49:29","slug":"what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a healthy weight for a Syrian hamster?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#What_is_a_healthy_weight_for_a_Syrian_hamster\" title=\"What is a healthy weight for a Syrian hamster?\">What is a healthy weight for a Syrian hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Is_my_Syrian_hamster_overweight\" title=\"Is my Syrian hamster overweight?\">Is my Syrian hamster overweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_big_is_a_fully_grown_Syrian_hamster\" title=\"How big is a fully grown Syrian hamster?\">How big is a fully grown Syrian hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_much_is_a_hamster_supposed_to_weigh\" title=\"How much is a hamster supposed to weigh?\">How much is a hamster supposed to weigh?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_hamster_is_overweight\" title=\"How do I know if my hamster is overweight?\">How do I know if my hamster is overweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#At_what_age_is_a_Syrian_hamster_fully_grown\" title=\"At what age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?\">At what age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_much_should_a_Syrian_teddy_bear_hamster_weigh\" title=\"How much should a Syrian teddy bear hamster weigh?\">How much should a Syrian teddy bear hamster weigh?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Can_Syrian_hamsters_overeat\" title=\"Can Syrian hamsters overeat?\">Can Syrian hamsters overeat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_many_pounds_should_a_Syrian_hamster_weigh\" title=\"How many pounds should a Syrian hamster weigh?\">How many pounds should a Syrian hamster weigh?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Why_is_my_hamster_gaining_so_much_weight\" title=\"Why is my hamster gaining so much weight?\">Why is my hamster gaining so much weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_big_is_the_biggest_Syrian_hamster\" title=\"How big is the biggest Syrian hamster?\">How big is the biggest Syrian hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Do_Syrian_hamsters_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do Syrian hamsters like to be held?\">Do Syrian hamsters like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Are_Syrian_hamsters_cuddly\" title=\"Are Syrian hamsters cuddly?\">Are Syrian hamsters cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_much_weight_is_a_hamster\" title=\"How much weight is a hamster?\">How much weight is a hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Is_my_hamster_obese\" title=\"Is my hamster obese?\">Is my hamster obese?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_much_should_a_dwarf_hamster_weigh_in_grams\" title=\"How much should a dwarf hamster weigh in grams?\">How much should a dwarf hamster weigh in grams?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_hamster_is_overweight\" title=\"What do I do if my hamster is overweight?\">What do I do if my hamster is overweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Can_a_hamster_become_overweight\" title=\"Can a hamster become overweight?\">Can a hamster become overweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#What_is_a_normal_hamster_weight\" title=\"What is a normal hamster weight?\">What is a normal hamster weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#What_age_is_a_Syrian_hamster_fully_grown\" title=\"What age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?\">What age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Is_2_years_old_for_a_hamster\" title=\"Is 2 years old for a hamster?\">Is 2 years old for a hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_big_do_Syrian_teddy_bear_hamsters_get\" title=\"How big do Syrian teddy bear hamsters get?\">How big do Syrian teddy bear hamsters get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_Syrian_hamster_is_overweight\" title=\"How do I know if my Syrian hamster is overweight?\">How do I know if my Syrian hamster is overweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#What_is_the_normal_weight_for_a_hamster\" title=\"What is the normal weight for a hamster?\">What is the normal weight for a hamster?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-healthy-weight-for-a-syrian-hamster\/#Can_you_overfeed_a_Syrian_hamster\" title=\"Can you overfeed a Syrian hamster?\">Can you overfeed a Syrian hamster?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_healthy_weight_for_a_Syrian_hamster\"><\/span>What is a healthy weight for a Syrian hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The size of adult animals is around 6 in (15 cm) long, with a lifespan of 23 years. Body mass is usually in the range of 100150 grams (3.55.3 oz), but Syrian hamsters from private breeders can be in the range of <b>175225 grams (6.27.9 oz)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_Syrian_hamster_overweight\"><\/span>Is my Syrian hamster overweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If your hamster is heavier than that, it could be considered an obese hamster. In addition to its excessive weight problem, obese hamsters will be lethargic and not interested in exercise. Hamster obesity can lead to other hamster illnesses including diabetes, heart problems and an overall shortened life expectancy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_fully_grown_Syrian_hamster\"><\/span>How big is a fully grown Syrian hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>8 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_hamster_supposed_to_weigh\"><\/span>How much is a hamster supposed to weigh?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some adult hamsters weigh <b>as little as half an ounce, and some weigh as much as 10.5 ounces. Of the five species that are commonly sold as pets, the Syrian hamster is the largest and the Roborovski hamster is the smallest.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_hamster_is_overweight\"><\/span>How do I know if my hamster is overweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A fully grown golden hamster should weigh 5 to 7 ounces (150 to 200 grams) and dwarf hamster breed should weigh around 3\/4 to 1 3\/4 ounces (25-50g). <b>If your hamster is heavier than that, it could be considered an obese hamster<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_is_a_Syrian_hamster_fully_grown\"><\/span>At what age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>8 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_should_a_Syrian_teddy_bear_hamster_weigh\"><\/span>How much should a Syrian teddy bear hamster weigh?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Syrian hamsters must live on their own as they are territorial mammals and will start to fight with each other once they have reached maturity, which is <b>between 8 and 12 weeks. Syrian hamsters should never be kept in pairs or groups once mature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Syrian_hamsters_overeat\"><\/span>Can Syrian hamsters overeat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hamster&#8217;s primary food source of hamster food should only be filled once per day. Though it&#8217;s tempting to refill it more than once, especially considering we as humans eat three meals a day on average, <b>free-feeding your hamster will lead to overeating or over-hoarding<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_pounds_should_a_Syrian_hamster_weigh\"><\/span>How many pounds should a Syrian hamster weigh?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Syrian hamsters As adults, their average weight is around <b>4.5-ounces, but because they can reach 6- to 7-inches in length and weigh about 1-ounce for every inch, they can weigh up to 7-ounces.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_hamster_gaining_so_much_weight\"><\/span>Why is my hamster gaining so much weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When they are exercising on their wheel, they gain weight and eat more. This is true especially during a time when they would normally be small and adapted for winter. Importantly, the increased body weight in exercising hamsters is not just made up of increased muscle, but also increased fat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_the_biggest_Syrian_hamster\"><\/span>How big is the biggest Syrian hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Syrian hamsters must live on their own as they are territorial mammals and will start to fight with each other once they have reached maturity, which is <b>between 8 and 12 weeks. Syrian hamsters should never be kept in pairs or groups once mature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Syrian_hamsters_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do Syrian hamsters like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Syrian_hamsters_cuddly\"><\/span>Are Syrian hamsters cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Syrian hamster is the most popular pet hamster. Often referred to as teddy bear, short hair or fancy hamsters they are known to be very docile and <b>enjoy being held<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_weight_is_a_hamster\"><\/span>How much weight is a hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some adult hamsters weigh <b>as little as half an ounce, and some weigh as much as 10.5 ounces. Of the five species that are commonly sold as pets, the Syrian hamster is the largest and the Roborovski hamster is the smallest.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_hamster_obese\"><\/span>Is my hamster obese?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A fully grown golden hamster should weigh 5 to 7 ounces (150 to 200 grams) and dwarf hamster breed should weigh around 3\/4 to 1 3\/4 ounces (25-50g). <b>If your hamster is heavier than that, it could be considered an obese hamster<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_should_a_dwarf_hamster_weigh_in_grams\"><\/span>How much should a dwarf hamster weigh in grams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Russian or Siberian dwarf hamster, also known as a Winter White or Campbell&#8217;s dwarf hamster, normally weighs 1.52 ounces (<b>4357 g) on average. A Roborovski dwarf hamster will normally weigh 11.5 ounces (2843 g) on average. A Chinese dwarf hamster will normally weigh 1.51.8 ounces (4351 g) on average.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_hamster_is_overweight\"><\/span>What do I do if my hamster is overweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Reduce the number of fatty nuts and seeds  such as sunflower seeds  that you feed to your hamster. Save these for treats rather than using them as a regular part of your hamster&#8217;s diet. You should replace the fattier elements of your hamster&#8217;s diet with vegetables and fruit.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_hamster_become_overweight\"><\/span>Can a hamster become overweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A hamster can easily become overweight if it doesn&#8217;t eat a high-quality diet, doesn&#8217;t get enough exercise, or if its health is not monitored carefully by its owner. Fortunately, with a few small tweaks, an overweight hamster can return to a healthy weight quickly and easily.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_normal_hamster_weight\"><\/span>What is a normal hamster weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When they are exercising on their wheel, they gain weight and eat more. This is true especially during a time when they would normally be small and adapted for winter. Importantly, the increased body weight in exercising hamsters is not just made up of increased muscle, but also increased fat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_is_a_Syrian_hamster_fully_grown\"><\/span>What age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Syrian hamsters must live on their own as they are territorial mammals and will start to fight with each other once they have reached maturity, which is <b>between 8 and 12 weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_2_years_old_for_a_hamster\"><\/span>Is 2 years old for a hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>8 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_do_Syrian_teddy_bear_hamsters_get\"><\/span>How big do Syrian teddy bear hamsters get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The size of adult animals is around 6 in (15 cm) long, with a lifespan of 23 years. Body mass is usually in the range of 100150 grams (3.55.3 oz), but Syrian hamsters from private breeders can be in the range of <b>175225 grams (6.27.9 oz)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_Syrian_hamster_is_overweight\"><\/span>How do I know if my Syrian hamster is overweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>about 6 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_normal_weight_for_a_hamster\"><\/span>What is the normal weight for a hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A fully grown golden hamster should weigh 5 to 7 ounces (150 to 200 grams) and dwarf hamster breed should weigh around 3\/4 to 1 3\/4 ounces (25-50g). <b>If your hamster is heavier than that, it could be considered an obese hamster<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_overfeed_a_Syrian_hamster\"><\/span>Can you overfeed a Syrian hamster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While a hamster with his cheeks full may be hard to resist, <b>try to avoid overfeeding your hamster. The food he stores may soon become moldy if he urinates on it to mark it as his own. You should feed him a complete hamster mix that has a variety of grains, corn and vegetable flakes in it.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is a healthy weight for a Syrian hamster?Is my Syrian hamster overweight?How big is a fully grown Syrian hamster?How much is a hamster supposed to weigh?How do I know if my hamster is overweight?At what age is a Syrian hamster fully grown?How much should a Syrian teddy bear hamster weigh?Can Syrian&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-56458","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56458"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56458"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56458\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}