Stop your Hamster from Biting

Sometimes hamsters bite, but it will usually only occur when they are scared. Your pet hamster will most likely be an affectionate, cuddly companion. However, in certain situations, hamsters may bite. Although it is rare for hamsters to be aggressive, they will bite only when they are scared.

Although the tiny teeth are not as damaging as other animals’, a bite can cause serious injury and should be avoided. You can train your hamster to be gentle and not bite.

Why Do Hamsters Bite?

Tame hamsters have been well-trained and are used to being handled. They don’t become scared easily. Hamsters that haven’t been dealt often are less friendly and will bite you if they get too close. The most important thing to remember when dealing with these Hamsters is that they bite because they are afraid and not aggressive.

How to Stop Biting?

Patience is the key to managing a hamster who bites. This is a slow, gradual process that will help you earn trust from your hamster. This is a great approach if your hamster is still biting after a while. This is a great way for you to meet a shy hamster.

It doesn’t matter if your hamster takes several months to trust you. If your hamster is more relaxed and responsive than you expected, you can reduce the time between steps. If your hamster remains fearful, you can go back to step 1 and spend some more time on it.

Your hamster will eventually come to view you as a source for treats and not fear you. It will take some time, but it will pay off in the end.

Week 1: Get Your Hamster Used to You

Please spend some time with your hamster in the evening, when it’s most energetic. If you don’t know how to speak, you can read to your hamster or sing to it. Your goal is to allow your hamster to adjust to you, including your voice and scent.

Moving to a new cage is stressful. This gives your hamster the chance to settle into its new environment. Don’t touch your hamster at this stage.

You may have to pick up your hamster to clean its cage or return it to its original home after escaping. You can pick up your hamster by placing it in a corner using a towel or the open mouth of an empty glass. The towel will then be used to scoop it up gently.

Week 2: Get Your Hamster Used to Your Hand

Continue to talk to your hamster while you sit next to the cage. Next, put your hand inside the cell. Slowly move. Put your hand on the top of the pen or just inside the door the first day. Every day after that, you can put your hand in a little further.

Do not touch your hamster. However, if your pet becomes curious, you can let it sniff your hand or explore your hands.

Week 3: Give Your Hamster Treats

You may now have some of your hamster’s favorite treats. Sunflower seeds, raisins, apples, and other fruit are good alternatives. These treats should be given in moderation to your pet, but they are great training tools.

You can give your hamster the treats you have been giving it from your bare hands. You will eventually gain trust by having your hamster eat.

Week 4: Take Your Hamster Home

You can start petting your hamster once it is comfortable eating treats gently. If your hamster can tolerate this, you can go on to step 2: Pick up your hamster. If not, you can continue to give treats and titling.

Week 5: Get Your Hamster

If your hamster allows you to touch and give treats, then it is time to pick up your pet. Again, take it slow and let your pet guide you as you go.

You can get your hamster to take the treats in your hands. You can then grab it with both your hands.

One hand should be on each side of the hamster. Next, place your hands under their belly. Instead of tightly grasping your hamster’s back, gently cup it in your hands. Hamsters often find pressure on their backs to be intimidating.

In case your hamster tries to leap off your hands, don’t lift it too high. Start by lowering your hamster to the cage’s floor and gradually raising it. It may be less likely for a hamster to jump away if facing you.

Tips

• To ensure your hands don’t smell of food, wash your hands after handling your hamster.

• Although thick gloves may offer protection, they should only be worn temporarily because hamsters are best tamed once they get used to your scent, which is difficult for them to detect through gloves.

• Do not shake your hand if the hamster is still in your hand. You can gently place it back on your hand or pry it out with your other hand.

• Never yell at, scold or hit the hamster. Keep calm and remember that your hamster is only biting out fear.