Is My Hamster Dead Or Is It Hibernating?
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Is My Hamster Dead Or Is It Hibernating?
Is your hamster cold and not moving? Are you worried it could be dead? Well, we are here to ease your mind and possibly even save your hamsters life.
Yes, your domestic hamster could be hibernating but it could as be in a state of Torpor. Let us explain.
Torpor
Other species of hamsters, like Syrian and dwarf hamsters, may enter a state called torpor when conditions are poor. Torpor is similar to hibernation, where your hamster will have a decreased body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and reduced activity. Torpor is usually triggered by low temperatures, short days, or food scarcity. It’s a survival tactic that only lasts a few hours or days.
- Keep your home’s temperature between 65–75°F
- Provide plenty of food, water, and clean bedding
- Make sure your hamster gets some sun
- Block drafts near your hamster’s house
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Where did we find this information? well wisdombygreats on instagram brought it to our attention and we wanted to be part of the movement of saving your hamsters just because they might be hibernating or in the state of Torpor.
Take a look at wisdombygreats segment on it below.
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