How to Care for Hamsters
  • 1. What is the minimum cage size recommended for a Syrian hamster?
A) 450 square inches
B) 200 square inches
C) 600 square inches
D) 300 square inches
  • 2. What type of bedding is generally NOT recommended for hamsters?
A) Aspen shavings
B) Paper-based bedding
C) Pine or cedar shavings
D) Hemp bedding
  • 3. How often should a hamster cage be spot cleaned?
A) Monthly
B) Weekly
C) Daily
D) Never
  • 4. What is a common sign of a sick hamster?
A) Excessive grooming
B) Playing with toys
C) Hoarding food
D) Wet tail
  • 5. What type of wheel is safest for a hamster?
A) Wire wheel
B) Mesh wheel
C) Slat wheel
D) Solid surface wheel
  • 6. What is a suitable temperature range for a hamster's environment?
A) 80-90°F
B) 30-40°F
C) 65-75°F
D) 50-60°F
  • 7. What is a common food to avoid feeding hamsters?
A) Cucumber
B) Broccoli
C) Citrus fruits
D) Carrots
  • 8. What is the scientific name for the Syrian hamster?
A) Cricetulus griseus
B) Mesocricetus auratus
C) Meriones unguiculatus
D) Phodopus sungorus
  • 9. What is a sign that a hamster is stressed?
A) Sleeping during the day
B) Playing with toys
C) Burrowing
D) Bar chewing
  • 10. Hamsters are naturally...
A) Arboreal
B) Nocturnal
C) Crepuscular
D) Diurnal
  • 11. What is the best way to pick up a hamster?
A) Scooping with cupped hands
B) By the scruff of the neck
C) Grabbing quickly
D) By its tail
  • 12. What is the typical lifespan of a Syrian hamster?
A) 5-6 years
B) 2-3 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 3-4 years
  • 13. Why is it important to provide a sand bath for dwarf hamsters?
A) To help them cool down
B) To help them clean their fur
C) To provide a source of hydration
D) To provide a place to sleep
  • 14. What is the best way to introduce a new toy to a hamster?
A) Place it in the cage and observe their reaction
B) Take away all other toys
C) Tease them with it for a while
D) Force them to play with it
  • 15. What is a common cause of wet tail in hamsters?
A) Overeating
B) Too much sunlight
C) Lack of exercise
D) Stress
  • 16. What is a good source of protein for hamsters?
A) Lettuce
B) Apples
C) Mealworms
D) Bananas
  • 17. How often should a hamster's cage be completely cleaned?
A) Once a week
B) Once a month
C) Never
D) Daily
  • 18. What is a sign that a hamster is dehydrated?
A) Excessive drinking
B) Shiny coat
C) Increased activity
D) Skin tenting
  • 19. Can hamsters be housed together?
A) All hamsters can be housed together
B) Only male hamsters can be housed together
C) Syrian hamsters should be housed alone
D) Only female hamsters can be housed together
  • 20. What is the purpose of a hamster's cheek pouches?
A) To protect themselves from predators
B) To store water
C) To carry food
D) To attract mates
  • 21. What type of enrichment is important for hamsters?
A) Bright lights
B) Chew toys
C) Loud music
D) Mirrors
  • 22. Why should you avoid giving hamsters sticky foods like peanut butter?
A) It causes digestive problems
B) It can get stuck in their cheek pouches
C) It's poisonous to them
D) They don't like the taste
  • 23. How can you tell if a hamster is comfortable with being handled?
A) They are relaxed and not trying to escape
B) They bite or scratch
C) They squeal loudly
D) They run away immediately
  • 24. What is a good substrate for a hamster sand bath?
A) Chinchilla sand
B) Cat litter
C) Play sand
D) Potting soil
  • 25. What do you call baby hamsters?
A) Pups
B) Kittens
C) Chicks
D) Calves
  • 26. What is a good way to bond with your hamster?
A) Hand feeding treats
B) Ignoring them for the first few weeks
C) Punishing them for biting
D) Chasing them around their cage
  • 27. What can happen if a hamster gets too cold?
A) They can go into torpor
B) They will eat more food
C) They will become more active
D) They will start shedding their fur
  • 28. What supplement should be given to your Hamster to help prevent barbering?
A) Vitamin C
B) Biotin
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin D
  • 29. What is barbering?
A) Eating substrate
B) Cage biting
C) Urine marking
D) Fur chewing
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