Syrian hamsters are great pets for new owners. In fact, they’re some of the most popular small pets. As pets, Syrian hamsters are among the easiest to tame.
Males are friendlier and less aggressive than females. They’re a better choice for children, who can trigger a female’s aggression.
Bigger is best for Syrian hamsters. They need 12 x 24 x 12 inches (30 x 60 x 30 cm) in width, length and height. Cage options are wire on plastic bases or plastic aquariums with mesh tops. Wire tops allow airflow.
Syrian hamsters grow to 6 inches (15 cm). They have soft, golden fur. Their eyes are black, and they have a black stripe down their backs. They’re solitary but friendly with people.
Professor Aharoni captured a female Syrian hamster in Aleppo, Syria. He brought the litter back and discovered they were a new species. They quickly became popular pets.
Before getting one, know their needs. They should live alone and need lots of space. Think twice to ensure you can provide time, space and care.
Socialization is very important. Syrian hamsters are easy to care for. With some tips, you can socialize them.
Syrian and European hamsters look similar. But European hamsters are completely unsuited to be pets. Syrian hamsters make better pets.
Are Syrian hamsters friendly?
Syrian hamsters friendly are.
Do all Syrian hamsters like to be held?
Syrian hamsters are generally quiet, interesting pets. They can be tamed to hold. However, they need a gentle touch. They are asleep for most of the day.
The Syrian hamster is the most popular pet hamster. Referred to as teddy bear or fancy hamsters they are very docile and enjoy being held.
You can’t expect your hamster to bond with everyone. According to Betsy Sikora Siino, hamsters bond with one to two people. Your hamster may tolerate guests and family, but he’ll only bond and recognize you and one other person.
Over time Syrian hamsters adapt to being handled and can be desensitized. For some it may only be a week, others may take a few weeks.
Hamsters like to graze, storing food in cheek pouches and stashing it for later. Offer fresh foods in the evening when your hamster is waking up. Remove uneaten fresh food after hours, so it doesn’t spoil.
Often referred to as teddy bear or fancy hamsters they are very docile and enjoy being held.
Pregnancy lasts 16-17 days in Syrian hamsters. The female gives birth to 5-15 babies. The pups are born blind and naked but quickly grow. The pups need to be separated from the mother once four weeks old.
The size of the pup varies depending on breed. The Syrian hamster is four to seven inches long when full grown. Your baby Syrian will be quite tiny. Your baby Dwarf hamsters will be even smaller!
Syrian hamsters are found in the northern area in Syria. However, they are very common, you can get them at any pet shop near you. They come in colors like white, black, golden, and gray. Golden hamsters are more common. They are also known as golden hamsters. Their life is 3-4 years. They are calm-natured and sweet, attracting everyone’s attention easily.
Teddy bear hamster is another name for the Syrian or Golden hamster. They make cute, cuddly pets, and are popular hamsters.
Although Syrian hammies are very tame and relaxed, Russian dwarf hamsters may be calmer and more docile.
The females are larger than the males. They are larder hoarders transporting food in cheek pouches carrying half their weight.
Hamsters like to explore on their feet not held restricting them.
Syrian hamsters are largest pet hamsters, being larger than dwarf hamsters. They are also Golden Hamsters, named for coat color. They’re from Syria and Turkey, first found in 1797 in book The Natural History of Aleppo. After being discovered they became household pets for cute looks and nature.
Syrian hamsters are easier to hold than dwarf hamsters being larger. Start young getting them comfortable held.
You can keep two Syrians in same room if not interacting. New environments stress them not different species.
With patience your hamster will love being held. If threatened it will jump from your hands.
Golden hamster eating sunflower seed and leaves. Syrians live 2-3 years as pets, some claim 5-6 years.
Males friendlier, less aggressive than females. If handling often males better choice.
Do Syrian hamsters like to be touched?
Syrian hamsters are prey animals. Loud noises, sharp movements and touch can make them jumpy. While hamsters enjoy being petted, you need to understand how to socialize your hamster and handle him so that neither gets injured and both enjoy it.
Hamsters are territorial. They must live alone as adults or they will fight. Even smelling another hamster nearby can upset them. Hamsters are nocturnal and most active at night. Their life expectancy is 1-2 years.
Hamsters grow to 2 to 4 inches long. Although we want to hold a new hamster, it’s best to allow them time to adjust first. With patience, handling, they will love being held.
Syrians need cages to fit them. Accessories like nesting boxes are must-haves. Syrians come from northern Syria and southern Turkey’s dry areas. Often called teddy bears, they enjoy being held if tamed.
Hamsters bond with one or two people, so yours may only recognize you. Over time they adapt to handling. Plan activities around their schedule for best bonding results. Taming takes weeks for some.
Bites are rare and happen when scared. They won’t hurt much unless deep. Training discourages biting. Though some animals need friends, hamsters bond with owners, not other hamsters.