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