Keep other pets out of the room. While this should be done always٫ it is especially important when your hamster is just settling in. Even if it can’t access your hamster٫ the sight and/or smell of the animal could be very stressful for your hamster.
Do this when you see your hamster awake. The exact time depends on the hamster٫ but all hamsters will be active at night. Just because it is night٫ doesn’t mean it is okay to wake your hamster up. You also shouldn’t do this during the day either.
Be careful; hamsters see their world through their nose and have poor vision٫ so your hamster might bite your hand thinking it’s food. If you are giving your hamster a fruit or vegetable٫ cut the fruit or vegetable into many small pieces so it’s easy for your hamster to eat. Once it eats from your hand, hold it and stroke it every day. Your hamster will learn to love you very quickly.
