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