Hamsters are sometimes seen as beginner pets – a tiny gift to young kids to teach responsibility and test out if they’re ready for a larger dog or cat. However, this mindset can be harmful if hamsters ...

Hamsters are one of the cutest (and most common) pets. It’s fun to watch these adorable rodents play or even to handle them. However, one frequent question that people have about keeping hamsters is ...

Hamsters are small, cuddly balls of fur enjoyed by many families and experts say they're perfect pets for inexperienced owners. "They are really a pet, just like any other," said Tony Adler, ...

Hamsters are as sweet as they are tiny - weighing in at just 100 to 150 grams, some varieties just 30 to 50 grams. With their cheeks stuffed with food, you just want to cuddle them. Don't. And do not ...

Hamsters will eat their own babies if frightened. They can fit almost a quarter of their body size in their cheeks. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories. Hamsters may be tiny, but they're hugely ...

To keep a hamster happy, wooden structures with several levels make sense. In the wild, hamster houses have several chambers, but at least a bedroom, pantry and toilet. (Anna Auerbach/Kosmos/dpa/TNS) ...