@Emelyn Huynh lol its like Common sense to do a research ! Do someone really just buy the pet ?! When I wanted chinchilla I had to research everything and then present it to my parents , or I wasnt getting one !
@@ilovebasil__ yes, you are right, it should be common sense, but just look at the hashtag hamster on Instagram and you'll see how many hamsters live in shitty cages an conditions
my parents said that if I show that I am responsible enough by keeping my room clean until we move or build our house (6-48months) then i will get a bunny. So Im using all this time to do my research. Its really the least people could do to provide a good home for their pet
Hey :) I hope you're okay with me just giving some tips/advice on your hamster care even though you are already to a much better start than most people 🥰 #1 Cage I am SO glad you got him a large enough cage! But since the cage is so big, you could fit so many more cool things! Hamsters benefit from loads of different hides and a sand bath which would probably make your hammy even happier than he already is in his massive tank. #2 Bedding The type of bedding you have is a great choice and is regarded as one of the best hamster beddings out there so that's good. Now just add MORE lol. Hamsters are burrowers and they dig 3 feet into the ground in the wild. I would say put 8-12 inches in one end and then slope the bedding down on the other end so you can fit taller things that don't touch the top of the tank. And more is ALWAYS better :) #3 Wheel Your hammy (SUPER adorable by the way) looks a lot like a Campbells/Winter White dwarf hamster and both these species of hamster need 8 inch wheels so their backs don't bend unhealthily. A 6.5 isn't the worst, but I would still recommend upgrading just for the sake of his back. #4 Diet The mix you got "Higgins Sunburst Hamster and Gerbil" is a really great mix for variety, but sadly no sole commercially available mix will do the job so it is highly advised to mix one bag of Higgins Sunburst with one bag of Mazuri Rat and Mouse pellets. This is because Higgins has loads of great variety for your hamster, but it has 15% protein which is on the lower side for hamsters, who are advised to have approx. 18%. Mazuri acts as a protein booster and adds that little boost of protein making both of those mixed together, a great diet for your hammy. Additional resources - If you aren't already a member, I would highly recommend you join the Hamster Hideout Forum. They have answers to basically everything and if you want to PM (private message) me for more info on there my username is AnnaHeartsHamsters. Also, the youtube channels Victoria Raechel and ErinsAnimals will be LIFESAVERS! Phew! If you read through all that thank you and I truly am sorry if anything I said or suggested came off as rude. Your hammy is one of the cutest I have ever seen and I wish you and him loads of fun times 😊 Bye!
omg that wasn’t rude at all! i’m always open to suggestions and advice so thank you so much for your comment :) I did watch a lot of videos from Victoria Raechel and ErinsAnimals, they are great sources! I definitely want to add more to the cage but unfortunately that was all my father was letting me get for the time being. I will for sure add more things when I get the money to :) but overall thank you so much, I will definitely look into what you said 🥰🥰
Omg literally someone could’ve explained this clearly like you on so much hamster videos I watch people don’t do anything right and I fell so bad for the hamster thx for actually doing your research and watching all of those videos of Victoria Raechel she helped me so much to correct some of the things I did worn your so amazing
@@PiggieTime Thanks! You're so right with the pet community! It always seems so judgmental and forced on bringing the not-so-great owner down, instead of helping them improve 🙄 Spread love not hate my dudes. P.S I'm getting piggies and I love your channel 🤗
Yeah, this results in giving the hamster a better life. She did a good job not like @ItsKatieDonnelly who did no reserarch, thinks her hamster is a toy, and has more interest in not moving her TV rather than caring for her hamster.
I recommend getting a bigger wheel for the hamster because a bigger wheel is always better because if a wheel is too small for a hamster then they will arch there back and they will be uncomfortable
Sometimes you have to be careful that the wheel is too big as it can cause the hamster to flip off. My Russian draws struggled a lot with a standard 6” until I realised the grips were too smooth
i love that you did research-you’ve made many people in the small animal community very happy by doing so!! as i’m sure you’ve already heard from others, at least 6-8 inches of bedding is recommended. another tip i’ve learned is that a simple way to keep your hammy mentally stimulated and engaged is scatter feeding. they love finding their food around the cage and it keeps them busy! good luck with your new little friend!!! they are wonderful companions 😊
hiii!! i know you said this about a month ago but i recently got a hamster for my birthday and i did my research before hand don’t worry!! he’s in a bin quite large for a hamster lol but i noticed he try’s to climb up it? do you know why? how do i make him feel more comfortable in his cage because apparently it may be stress? i tried adding more bedding because i know they need 6-8 inches but he still try’s to climb it / escape. And do you know how i could get him to trust me more? i’ve tried my best but i don’t wanna stress the poor guy out since i’ve only have him for 5 days.
@@tiffanythibodeau6639 hi! i experienced the same thing (trying to escape/climbing walls) with both my hamsters for the first week or two. he’s still getting acclimated and it’s stressful to be in a new place all of a sudden, as i’m sure you know. i wouldnt start trying to tame him for a while. the longer you wait to interact, the more comfortable he’ll be. and as for trusting you, it’s normal for him to be timid. i’d recommend starting with treats. they’re very food motivated :)
Little Guppy looks soo cute just like you OMG!!!!!!!! I also loved how Guppy tried to dig through the cardboard. Don't stop with the videos! Love you Kayla
I was prepared for the worst, but im very impressed with your care! I was expecting a crittertail or something lol your cage could definitely fit a LOT more stuff in it, hamsters like a lot of clutter in their home :) Also id recommend making the bedding deeper too! the last thing is a bigger wheel couldn't hurt otherwise everything looks great! Nothing about your current setup is bad, I like all your little decorations and hides I just wish you could have adopted a hamster instead of buying one at petsmart, but you are doing sooo much better than a lot of other owners ive seen 😊 amazing amount of space, and I like youre bedding choice too! So impressed!
now YOU are someone who actually does their research! i had a phase where i would research about animals from cats and dogs to lizard to all kinds of pets, i know about nearly every pet u are legally allowed to own and how to look after them but it hurts watching people making their pets' life very horrible and all that and watching this made my day since you actually know what your doing! this video is pretty old so idk if u will see this but this video is amazing!
@@kaylaepark I see so many videos of people buying a hamster without researching and then they give the hamster a poor quality of life. I’m so glad you did your. Research the only thing is maybe add a little more bedding on the other side😊
Love the cage size and everything, but I recommend adding some wood houses for him and in his bedding add some wood tunnels, and adding a sand bath :))
Hi hi! Tips from a hamster owner -i recommend using a water bowl instead of a water bottle -add the largest amount of bedding possible -feed mealworms and search up hamster foods like constant veggies -scatter feed, as in throw the food around the cage for enrichment -the bigger the wheel the better -only adopt hamsters, do not purchase from stores -get more hides -the whimzee dog chews are GREAT chews for hamsters -hamsters sleep throughout the day and may only come out once in a while to drink water or eat and then will wake up at night
i’m so so happy you did research :) so many people impulse buy pets and they don’t get proper care, honestly i love doing the research and know that i’m prepared, you’re amazing!!
When I adopted my hamster she was scratching the box rapidly and my mom who didn’t want a hamster in the first place, was just like “what have I gotten myself into”
@@kaylaepark So did my mom to lmao but she soon realized I can take care of it and the cage didn't smell bad like she thought and there more manageable once the money spending/proper care items are out of the way. I bought a Robo Hamster and I named her Rose.
You are sooo great for doing research! It’s also cool how you used toilet paper rolls, it just shows you don’t need to be fancy for your hammy to be happy!
Hey great video but there are a few tips i would like to give you. Firstly, the wheel that you bought does look like a six and half inch, but i cant really tell. Anyway it looks a little bit to small for him i would consider getting a larger wheel as when the wheel is too small it can bend you hamsters back and cause back problems. Also as you have such a large enclosure, you can add a lot more toys to make your hammy feel more safe when he comes out of his sleeping area. You could also add a sand bath to the cage as well. And when you get another hamster maybe don't force him out of his box when your putting him in his new cage as this cause a lot more stress to your hammy. Instead, open the box and leave it inside the cage so that your hammy can come out in his own time. I would also consider getting a different food brand as the one your using doesn't contain enough nutrition. Moreover you could also add a LOT more bedding so that you can give your hammy the option to burrow a lot more. If you want more in depth explaining about all of this go to Victoria Rachel's channel on RUclips or Erin's Animals. Apart from all that your hamster care is quite good comparing to a lot of other people. I hope you take this comment in a positive way.
she didn`t do the best hamster care cuz she had no sand bath, too small wheel,too empty cage and a bad food to her hamster. If u wanna know more of hamster care i would recommend the channel: Victoria Rachel
Bro she did well for a first timer and will learn as she goes along for the first time it is really good all it needs is a bigger wheel and a sand bath apart from that it is fine… Oh and by the way I bet she did better then the first time you got a hamster… CUZ
Hey you did amazing! I recommend scatter feeding it will allow him to be busy and less bored. More hideouts so he has more places to hide! Maybe get like a tunnels
You got an amazing ginormous tank so don’t be afraid to give them more bedding. The more the better because hamsters love burrowing and it makes them feel safe sometimes too. 💕
Aw he is so sweet!! Your happiness is infectious and I can tell you're going to give him a great life😊 I know you want more things in his enclosure so I thought I'd just say that you can always make hides/toys out of popsicle sticks and elmer's glue, they're a cheap alternative, safe and pretty fun to do too haha
i love that you done your research! i would also like to add that you should add a shallow dish of water as well as a bottle, because bottles can jam and the hamster might not get enough water.
yay thank you for doing ur research!!! Love how big and the amount of bedding That’s in the cage. Only thing I would say is clutter the cage up more because it looks a little empty example: sand box, drift wood, sprays, hay( for better burrows)
annoyed how the pet store didnt give u more bedding in the box :c. usually they give u quite a bit of it or sometimes even a toy so it can be put inside the new cage so they can smell it. it was sitting in barely anything
you-are STUNNING! omg you are so pretty!!! XD I'm also so happy you did your research as well !BTW I ordered the exact same green bowl, and it was a little dusty and it had a stain in it soooo yeah that sucks but I just washed it out :)
Your setup is awesome, but if you wanted to add more my dwarf hamsters LOVE sand baths. I would look up what is considered a good size for a sand bath, like you did with the rest of his setup. Great job 👌 :)
hehe i have a campbells dwarf hamster and his name is kimchii :D edit: i did 7 hours of research and notes, (why do i study harder than for school i cant-)
wow. i just came here from someone's video that made me so upset because they walked into petco not knowing anything about hamsters and walked back out... still not knowing anything. this makes me so happy that you did your research and now your new little friend can enjoy his new, nice and healthy life! :)
Hi,I was just like to give you a good resource to get information. So I would recommend watching a few of Victoria Rachel’s videos. By the way your hamster is adorable.
love the vid and love how u did research but u forgot the sandbath so they can take a bath there but they also use it as a litterbox! it's important especially for dwarf hamsters! I'd also suggest more bedding on the other side :) But otherwise, keep it up!
The enclosure is a good size but hamsters do burrow and like their enclosures to be semi-crowded. You should also add a sand box so they can bath in it! Another thing is that you should scatter-feed them by scattering food around the enclosure. The wheel also needs to be upgraded to at least a 10 inch wheel! Have a good day/summer.
I film with a camera but just starting off a phone should be fine! i’ve seen a ton of youtubers say they started off with a phone and it worked just fine for them :) i bought a camera so that i could take photos as well as film :D
There’s also a lot of space for more bedding that hole bag would be good and you would save time on cleaning as you only have to spot clean and it won’t get so smelly so fast they need at least 8+ inches to burrow
Used tanks like that are super cheap second-hand! Try looking on fb marketplace for one 😊 or buy one new if you have a lot of money to spare lol, used ones often look brand new if you clean them though (:
Im so glad you did research there is just one thing that i recommend. recommend you get your hamster a sand bath because its the only way they can bathe themselves. Also feeding small salads every once and a while.
@@kaylaepark oh ok sorry I didn’t see your hamster update video.I will check it out rn.also is there any way that you could check out my RUclips channel I post animal care vids. :)
I love the bit where she said ' THE ANTS STILL ALIVE!?!? ' I'm laughing so much! I think my mum might be getting me a hamster!! Edit - thank you for the heart Kayla! Idrk about getting a hamster anymore, i need a dog proof cage :D
I’m not hating or anything just to let you know! 😊 Everything about your hamster’s life is AMAZING! The huge tank/“cage”, the bedding, and all of the toys that you provided with your hamster are great! The one and only thing I’m concerned about is the food. Hamsters can’t have any seeds, colored food, or anything that even looks like that in that matter. I really recommend Kaytee or Oxbow. I own a lot of guinea pigs but I have 2 hamsters that I’m still progressing with. I’m also kind of a beginner myself so I just wanted to provide you with some research I did! It’s really good that you did your research and got everything your hamster wants AND needs! Keep it up! 😁
I'm sure Guppy will be happy in his new home, hamsters are adorable creatures. I'm going to get either an Owl or an Octopus for my next pet, I'm finding it difficult to decide. Which one would you chose?
With 3 heart, 9 brains, and chromatophores for camouflage the Octopus is definitely one of the coolest creatures on Earth. I think I will get A Mimic Octopus, I would go with A Bule Ringed but their neurotoxin is pretty nasty. Octopus are also easier to keep track of, it's not going to fly away.
Good for doing your research. Guppy is lucky to have you but just remember that your missing a sand bath and I really recommend a bigger multi chamber hideout.
Thank you so much for doing your research before buying this but can I please recommend getting rid of the peanut hide I was actually looking into buying this for my hamster and I saw that one of the ingredients is really bad for your hamster so thank you if you at this
I Am So Glad You Did Research! 30% Of People Do Research Before Getting A Pet. If You Do Need More Information I Recommend Watching Victoria Raechel For Hamster Tips! And Maybe More Bedding? They Can Borrow In That But More Would Give Them More Access To Deeper Tunnels!
I didn’t have time to watch this fully yet so I just skimmed through it! I LOVE it!! As someone who has been a hamster owner for a long time it makes me so happy when people have an appropriate setup!! I have 2 suggestions that might be helpful to you! As I mentioned I couldn’t watch the whole video so I’m just typing this quickly so sorry if you spoke about this but I would recommend adding ALOT more bedding 😂 what you have right now if fine but all of my dwarf hamsters have loved digging tunnels so once you get your lid made I would definitely fill on side up more than half way!!! It’s so cute watching them dig!!! I would also highly recommend getting a lot more hides as hamsters don’t quite like open spaces because of predators so make sure there’s somewhere for him/her to hide all around the tank to make him/her more comfortable out in the open!!🐹 He/she is so friggen cute 🥺 my hamster that just passed away looked like yours!! So glad that he/she is with you and not someone uneducated!! He/she is going to have a great life!!✨
AW thank you so so much for all your suggestion and kind words :)) In my most recent video, I did an update on guppy and his cage but I did add more bedding and another hide, as well as a sand bath, more chews etc. I really appreciate your comment so thank you a ton 🥺❤️
Just tell her this: They’re pretty inexpensive compared to other animals. You can simply put them in a long container with lots of bedding. Make sure you do research!
Hello great cage!! I just suggest adding more hideouts and tunnels because hamsters love crowded spots. And I also suggest adding more bedding and tunnels like in the bottom and they need a sand bath at least once a week
I’m glad you did your research you would’ve killed that hamster in two days if you didn’t I have a hamster and I watched Victoria Reachelle two months until I got my hamster
I think you deserve more subscribers. You have such a positive attitude and I love it. Also thanks for being one of the few people on youtube that arnt a hamster channel and is actually taking care of them correctly. 😬😁
The hamster itself does not stink but it’s pee and poo does they bathe themselves in sand so I would recommend getting a bowl to fill with sand so it can clean itself and they do bite but only when scared or unhappy:)
Same.. my mom says hamsters stink 😂 I really want a hamster but she says they stink :( She says she use to have a bunny and it stank But it’s cause she was in Mexico and let the bunny run around freely and never bathed it or gave it’s needs
You hamster is sooo cute! I love your setup for the cage but I would suggest adding a sand bath for him and maybe adding a few or just another hide for him so he can feel more secure!シ
love this the tank is sooo huge! i wish i could afford that for mine. but mine is in a 20 gallon tank which is also good. but i just suggest putting at least 6inches of bedding🤍
For a start I think it’s pretty good! In the future definitely expand the enrichment, like a sand bath, include different types of hides. I love seeing a queen doing animals justice
it's probably the first time I've seen a person buying or adopting a hamster and buying a cage that's big enough plus everything they need. really compliments💞💞🇮🇹
I'm so happy that's someone has done research before getting hamster. The only thing I would say is to get a 8 inch week as that week is to small so could eventually break your hamsters back. You are doing really well so far and your hamster is so cute. If this is offensive I am sorry I was just trying to help xx
not offensive at all :)) his back doesn’t bend and that is why i haven’t upgraded it but if anything changes i will definitely be getting a bigger wheel :)
I’m soo glad you did your research! It is so frustrating when people don’t! I can recommend one thing, I see you have a very tall tank and you could really take advantage of this by adding more bedding, because hamsters can burrow up to 3 feet in the wild! Just a recommendation. Love your tank by the way! 😁 You may have already watched her but I recommend Victoria Rachel on RUclips! She has some really great hamster videos!
I looove seeing people doing research before getting a pet! Especially because hamsters are pets that are so often misunderstood. Be proud! 🐹❤
Wait I thought that doing research before buying a pet is a normal thing. Are some people really that dumb ?
@Emelyn Huynh lol its like Common sense to do a research ! Do someone really just buy the pet ?!
When I wanted chinchilla I had to research everything and then present it to my parents , or I wasnt getting one !
I have been doing research for about a year now and i got a hamster for Christmas! My parents saw how i wanted one and how responsible i am!
@@ilovebasil__ yes, you are right, it should be common sense, but just look at the hashtag hamster on Instagram and you'll see how many hamsters live in shitty cages an conditions
@@Madelynromano that's so cool! I am happy for you!
She is the perfect example of how you can get love and positive comments by just doing research for your Pet!
I have a question is a 47 tank big enough for a hamster : breed : teddy bear panda
my parents said that if I show that I am responsible enough by keeping my room clean until we move or build our house (6-48months) then i will get a bunny. So Im using all this time to do my research. Its really the least people could do to provide a good home for their pet
Hey :)
I hope you're okay with me just giving some tips/advice on your hamster care even though you are already to a much better start than most people 🥰
#1 Cage
I am SO glad you got him a large enough cage! But since the cage is so big, you could fit so many more cool things! Hamsters benefit from loads of different hides and a sand bath which would probably make your hammy even happier than he already is in his massive tank.
#2 Bedding
The type of bedding you have is a great choice and is regarded as one of the best hamster beddings out there so that's good. Now just add MORE lol. Hamsters are burrowers and they dig 3 feet into the ground in the wild. I would say put 8-12 inches in one end and then slope the bedding down on the other end so you can fit taller things that don't touch the top of the tank. And more is ALWAYS better :)
#3 Wheel
Your hammy (SUPER adorable by the way) looks a lot like a Campbells/Winter White dwarf hamster and both these species of hamster need 8 inch wheels so their backs don't bend unhealthily. A 6.5 isn't the worst, but I would still recommend upgrading just for the sake of his back.
#4 Diet
The mix you got "Higgins Sunburst Hamster and Gerbil" is a really great mix for variety, but sadly no sole commercially available mix will do the job so it is highly advised to mix one bag of Higgins Sunburst with one bag of Mazuri Rat and Mouse pellets. This is because Higgins has loads of great variety for your hamster, but it has 15% protein which is on the lower side for hamsters, who are advised to have approx. 18%. Mazuri acts as a protein booster and adds that little boost of protein making both of those mixed together, a great diet for your hammy.
Additional resources -
If you aren't already a member, I would highly recommend you join the Hamster Hideout Forum. They have answers to basically everything and if you want to PM (private message) me for more info on there my username is AnnaHeartsHamsters. Also, the youtube channels Victoria Raechel and ErinsAnimals will be LIFESAVERS!
Phew! If you read through all that thank you and I truly am sorry if anything I said or suggested came off as rude. Your hammy is one of the cutest I have ever seen and I wish you and him loads of fun times 😊
Bye!
omg that wasn’t rude at all! i’m always open to suggestions and advice so thank you so much for your comment :) I did watch a lot of videos from Victoria Raechel and ErinsAnimals, they are great sources! I definitely want to add more to the cage but unfortunately that was all my father was letting me get for the time being. I will for sure add more things when I get the money to :) but overall thank you so much, I will definitely look into what you said 🥰🥰
Omg literally someone could’ve explained this clearly like you on so much hamster videos I watch people don’t do anything right and I fell so bad for the hamster thx for actually doing your research and watching all of those videos of Victoria Raechel she helped me so much to correct some of the things I did worn your so amazing
What a clearly worded, kind comment that really helped the hamster and owner!! We need more comments like this in the small pet community :)
@@PiggieTime Thanks! You're so right with the pet community! It always seems so judgmental and forced on bringing the not-so-great owner down, instead of helping them improve 🙄 Spread love not hate my dudes. P.S I'm getting piggies and I love your channel 🤗
@@annavinter8275 no way!! You’re going to love your piggies so much! Thanks so much for watching my channel 😁
i’m so glad you did research the only thing i do suggest is putting more bedding on both sides and make sure it is over 6 inches :)
Thank you :)) I actually did end up putting more the last time I cleaned his cage :D
@@kaylaepark that’s a really good idea, do you mind if I try it?
@@sconxx1959 Ik but I just didn’t want it to seem like my idea you know
@@amayanobles2551 what
@@amayanobles2551 are you ok?
I like how she ACTUALLy asked her parents and like not just went and get it
Yeah, this results in giving the hamster a better life. She did a good job not like @ItsKatieDonnelly who did no reserarch, thinks her hamster is a toy, and has more interest in not moving her TV rather than caring for her hamster.
@@ouchalexander6836 yeaaa!
I recommend getting a bigger wheel for the hamster because a bigger wheel is always better because if a wheel is too small for a hamster then they will arch there back and they will be uncomfortable
The wheel that she got is a perfect size for a Russian dwarf
@@milansimler5772 i was always told that one is too small even for a little one. I'm not sure tho
@@milansimler5772 yeah but it could curve there back so it’s better to be safe then sorry
Sometimes you have to be careful that the wheel is too big as it can cause the hamster to flip off. My Russian draws struggled a lot with a standard 6” until I realised the grips were too smooth
The wheel is a perfect size for her dwarf hamster since they are small
i love that you did research-you’ve made many people in the small animal community very happy by doing so!! as i’m sure you’ve already heard from others, at least 6-8 inches of bedding is recommended. another tip i’ve learned is that a simple way to keep your hammy mentally stimulated and engaged is scatter feeding. they love finding their food around the cage and it keeps them busy! good luck with your new little friend!!! they are wonderful companions 😊
hiii!! i know you said this about a month ago but i recently got a hamster for my birthday and i did my research before hand don’t worry!! he’s in a bin quite large for a hamster lol but i noticed he try’s to climb up it? do you know why? how do i make him feel more comfortable in his cage because apparently it may be stress? i tried adding more bedding because i know they need 6-8 inches but he still try’s to climb it / escape. And do you know how i could get him to trust me more? i’ve tried my best but i don’t wanna stress the poor guy out since i’ve only have him for 5 days.
@@tiffanythibodeau6639 hi! i experienced the same thing (trying to escape/climbing walls) with both my hamsters for the first week or two. he’s still getting acclimated and it’s stressful to be in a new place all of a sudden, as i’m sure you know. i wouldnt start trying to tame him for a while. the longer you wait to interact, the more comfortable he’ll be. and as for trusting you, it’s normal for him to be timid. i’d recommend starting with treats. they’re very food motivated :)
Little Guppy looks soo cute just like you OMG!!!!!!!! I also loved how Guppy tried to dig through the cardboard.
Don't stop with the videos! Love you Kayla
awww thank you so much!!! i wont 🥰🥰
I was prepared for the worst, but im very impressed with your care! I was expecting a crittertail or something lol
your cage could definitely fit a LOT more stuff in it, hamsters like a lot of clutter in their home :)
Also id recommend making the bedding deeper too!
the last thing is a bigger wheel couldn't hurt
otherwise everything looks great! Nothing about your current setup is bad, I like all your little decorations and hides
I just wish you could have adopted a hamster instead of buying one at petsmart, but you are doing sooo much better than a lot of other owners ive seen 😊
amazing amount of space, and I like youre bedding choice too! So impressed!
now YOU are someone who actually does their research! i had a phase where i would research about animals from cats and dogs to lizard to all kinds of pets, i know about nearly every pet u are legally allowed to own and how to look after them but it hurts watching people making their pets' life very horrible and all that and watching this made my day since you actually know what your doing! this video is pretty old so idk if u will see this but this video is amazing!
Finally one person who actually did there research!! Nice video 😻
thank you i really appreciate it 🥺❤️
@@kaylaepark I see so many videos of people buying a hamster without researching and then they give the hamster a poor quality of life. I’m so glad you did your. Research the only thing is maybe add a little more bedding on the other side😊
@@readingswithjoyjoy2286 so somehow the ones with research often have comments enabled while the ones without are often disablwd
Omgg pLS do a RUclips channel your so pretty
THANK YOUUU THANK YOU THANK YOU for doing research!! it drives me crazy when people just go out and buy whatever is cute 😂😭
FRRRRRRRR❤😂
I love to see good hamster care on RUclips!!
My hamster of 3 years died, and i can get a different one after christmas, and this is really helping me get over it for some reason. Thank you
Love the cage size and everything, but I recommend adding some wood houses for him and in his bedding add some wood tunnels, and adding a sand bath :))
4:30 the way guppy was scratching the bottom was so cute😭😭😭
Your hamster cage is amazing ! ! Guppy has lots of space to burrow ^^
Hi hi! Tips from a hamster owner
-i recommend using a water bowl instead of a water bottle
-add the largest amount of bedding possible
-feed mealworms and search up hamster foods like constant veggies
-scatter feed, as in throw the food around the cage for enrichment
-the bigger the wheel the better
-only adopt hamsters, do not purchase from stores
-get more hides
-the whimzee dog chews are GREAT chews for hamsters
-hamsters sleep throughout the day and may only come out once in a while to drink water or eat and then will wake up at night
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It’s ok my ginea pig has a water bottle it does not keep me up even though she’s so loud on it 🤣
i’m so so happy you did research :) so many people impulse buy pets and they don’t get proper care, honestly i love doing the research and know that i’m prepared, you’re amazing!!
When I adopted my hamster she was scratching the box rapidly and my mom who didn’t want a hamster in the first place, was just like “what have I gotten myself into”
LOL yeah my mom regretted agreeing to get a hamster in the beginning but now she sees him as part of the fam ahahah
Mines was just sitting in the corner of the box when I first got her from a store o-o
same 😂
@@kaylaepark So did my mom to lmao but she soon realized I can take care of it and the cage didn't smell bad like she thought and there more manageable once the money spending/proper care items are out of the way. I bought a Robo Hamster and I named her Rose.
My mom was also like that,she agreed to get one now.yey I haven’t gotten it yet
You are sooo great for doing research! It’s also cool how you used toilet paper rolls, it just shows you don’t need to be fancy for your hammy to be happy!
omg the peanut hide is adorable
Hey great video but there are a few tips i would like to give you.
Firstly, the wheel that you bought does look like a six and half inch, but i cant really tell. Anyway it looks a little bit to small for him i would consider getting a larger wheel as when the wheel is too small it can bend you hamsters back and cause back problems. Also as you have such a large enclosure, you can add a lot more toys to make your hammy feel more safe when he comes out of his sleeping area. You could also add a sand bath to the cage as well. And when you get another hamster maybe don't force him out of his box when your putting him in his new cage as this cause a lot more stress to your hammy. Instead, open the box and leave it inside the cage so that your hammy can come out in his own time. I would also consider getting a different food brand as the one your using doesn't contain enough nutrition. Moreover you could also add a LOT more bedding so that you can give your hammy the option to burrow a lot more. If you want more in depth explaining about all of this go to Victoria Rachel's channel on RUclips or Erin's Animals. Apart from all that your hamster care is quite good comparing to a lot of other people. I hope you take this comment in a positive way.
thank you for the advice!! i appreciate it and i will be changing some things up and probably do an update later on :))
My heart is so happy seeing people educate themselves on animals before just impulse buying them!! I applaud you!! 💕
Finally a rlly good owner, I may be young but I have good experience with hamster and ur doing great, good cage and plenty to play with !😊😊
where did you get your tank from??
Who else came here to check the hamster care? 🙋🏻♀️ super impressed! ❤️
she didn`t do the best hamster care cuz she had no sand bath, too small wheel,too empty cage and a bad food to her hamster. If u wanna know more of hamster care i would recommend the channel: Victoria Rachel
@@that_girl_Tiana and not enough bedding when her tank could have been filled.
Bro she did well for a first timer and will learn as she goes along for the first time it is really good all it needs is a bigger wheel and a sand bath apart from that it is fine… Oh and by the way I bet she did better then the first time you got a hamster… CUZ
Hey you did amazing! I recommend scatter feeding it will allow him to be busy and less bored.
More hideouts so he has more places to hide!
Maybe get like a tunnels
okay thank you so much, i really like the scatter feeding idea and ill already got him more toys, i just couldn’t before cause my budget :)
You got an amazing ginormous tank so don’t be afraid to give them more bedding. The more the better because hamsters love burrowing and it makes them feel safe sometimes too. 💕
Aw he is so sweet!! Your happiness is infectious and I can tell you're going to give him a great life😊
I know you want more things in his enclosure so I thought I'd just say that you can always make hides/toys out of popsicle sticks and elmer's glue, they're a cheap alternative, safe and pretty fun to do too haha
aww thank you so much for your suggestions :) i really appreciate it 🥺❤️
ACTUALLY SO CUTE
Now I want one 😔
i highly recommend ;)
Make sure to do research first 👍
I got a hammy no regrets but reasearch tho
Love that you did research that makes me won’t to cry 😢 because a lot of people don’t do the history that makes my day! oh tears are coming!
Me: crying this whole entire video cause I want a hamster and my dad said no
Kayla: happy this whole video
I have 2 guniea pigs, ny dad said no more animals but I said I would pay for them and he ch aged his mind
same
😂
Lol. I have too many pets...
@@yoohyeonforever7067 i have two guinea pigs too! im adopting a dog from korea soon. ☺️
i love that you done your research!
i would also like to add that you should add a shallow dish of water as well as a bottle, because bottles can jam and the hamster might not get enough water.
Your hamster is so cute and the size of his enclosure is amazing, the only thing I would suggest is getting a sand bath. BIG FAN of your work.
yay thank you for doing ur research!!! Love how big and the amount of bedding That’s in the cage. Only thing I would say is clutter the cage up more because it looks a little empty example: sand box, drift wood, sprays, hay( for better burrows)
annoyed how the pet store didnt give u more bedding in the box :c. usually they give u quite a bit of it or sometimes even a toy so it can be put inside the new cage so they can smell it. it was sitting in barely anything
I love that you did proper research!!! there's only one thing I recommend getting more toys and chews also a bigger wheel around 8 inches
you-are STUNNING! omg you are so pretty!!! XD I'm also so happy you did your research as well !BTW I ordered the exact same green bowl, and it was a little dusty and it had a stain in it soooo yeah that sucks but I just washed it out :)
OMG this made me so happy thank you so so much 🥺❤️ and ngl mine was a lil dirty too but nothing some soap and water couldn’t fix :)
I’m definitely going to subscribe your hamster is so nice
You forgot to get a sand bath.
hamsters ate fine w out sandbaths its how you care for them, cage size, and lots of things to keep them entertained
i love the setup!! i can clearly tell u did ur research. one thing i recommend is a sand bath
Amazing Kayla! The hamster is gonna have an amazing home. Just a tip: put toilet paper in his house so that he can make it comfy for him in it💗
Your setup is awesome, but if you wanted to add more my dwarf hamsters LOVE sand baths. I would look up what is considered a good size for a sand bath, like you did with the rest of his setup. Great job 👌 :)
hehe i have a campbells dwarf hamster and his name is kimchii :D
edit: i did 7 hours of research and notes, (why do i study harder than for school i cant-)
AW thats so cute i love the name! and i felt that about researching more about hamsters than school 🤣
@@kaylaepark haha yeah ToT
Awww now I want to get a hamster and name it kimchii
Awe what an adorable name
@@younie229 haha tyty~
wow. i just came here from someone's video that made me so upset because they walked into petco not knowing anything about hamsters and walked back out... still not knowing anything. this makes me so happy that you did your research and now your new little friend can enjoy his new, nice and healthy life! :)
I've been researching them for two years now but I still don't have a hamster. 😐
Peaches LOL 😂😂
Hi,I was just like to give you a good resource to get information. So I would recommend watching a few of Victoria Rachel’s videos. By the way your hamster is adorable.
love the vid and love how u did research but u forgot the sandbath so they can take a bath there but they also use it as a litterbox! it's important especially for dwarf hamsters! I'd also suggest more bedding on the other side :) But otherwise, keep it up!
LOVE HAMSTERS AND PROPER CARE FOR THEM!! NEW SUB!!!!
Btw: It’s a girl OwO
But it’s okie
Playing with my hammie Ggible right now OwO
AW youre the sweetest! howd you know ab the gender im so curious:)
@@kaylaepark thank you so much! You can tell if it’s a girl or boy because boys have a very distinct bottom ûwû
@@kaylaepark you can also check if it has balls 😀
u dont need to keep saying owo
@@colby.lifts08 I WILL ALWAYS SAY OWO
this is great care! one thing I reccomend for you is spending around flax and herbs they love it because that's what they do in the wild!
okay thank you so much for the advice! :)
@@kaylaepark np! your doing amazing I love people who actually take peoples feedback
I love your hamster and I also love that you did your research 🤗🥰
The enclosure is a good size but hamsters do burrow and like their enclosures to be semi-crowded. You should also add a sand box so they can bath in it! Another thing is that you should scatter-feed them by scattering food around the enclosure. The wheel also needs to be upgraded to at least a 10 inch wheel! Have a good day/summer.
I really wanna know what people vlog with? Like is it a phone or a camera... I’m going to try starting my own channel
I film with a camera but just starting off a phone should be fine! i’ve seen a ton of youtubers say they started off with a phone and it worked just fine for them :) i bought a camera so that i could take photos as well as film :D
Omg your hamster is sooo cute ❤️😇 your so underrated! plus your camera quality is so awesome ❤️ i love your channel!! keep up 👏🏻👏🏻
omg you are too sweet thank youuu 🥺❤️
@@kaylaepark omg your welcome 😭❤️❤️❤️ your my favorite youtuber 💕 ahhhh
AW i love you omg you are amazing 🥺❤️
He’s so cute 💕
There’s also a lot of space for more bedding that hole bag would be good and you would save time on cleaning as you only have to spot clean and it won’t get so smelly so fast they need at least 8+ inches to burrow
I'm happy that someone finally did research. Knowing that she just got the hamster 🐹 she's a really great good owner so pat you self on the back 😁
Omg were did u get that cage! Sorry if I’m being rude I just wanna know bc I want to get a bigger cage for my hamster x
Used tanks like that are super cheap second-hand! Try looking on fb marketplace for one 😊
or buy one new if you have a lot of money to spare lol, used ones often look brand new if you clean them though (:
Love to see responsible owners 😊💗
I love the pencil chewers and peanut hideout.
Another thing that Guppy would like is a sand bathe.
Make sure it include sand baths!! It’s very important!! I’m glad u added enough bedding
I recommend adding a little bit more bedding but other wise great cage
Im so glad you did research there is just one thing that i recommend. recommend you get your hamster a sand bath because its the only way they can bathe themselves. Also feeding small salads every once and a while.
okay thank you so much! i did add a sand bath already :))
@@kaylaepark oh ok sorry I didn’t see your hamster update video.I will check it out rn.also is there any way that you could check out my RUclips channel I post animal care vids. :)
awww yes of course :))
@@kaylaepark ok thank you
I love the bit where she said ' THE ANTS STILL ALIVE!?!? ' I'm laughing so much! I think my mum might be getting me a hamster!!
Edit - thank you for the heart Kayla! Idrk about getting a hamster anymore, i need a dog proof cage :D
Awh i love you ❤️bless your cotton socks .Have fun xx
I just found your channel and I love you already!! 🤍
OMG this was one of the sweetest comments i’ve gotten 🥺thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
He needs some more hides and toys I think. But the amount of bedding! 👌 chefs kiss to the bedding lol
just a suggestion since you wanna fill up his cage, I suggest giving him a sand bath so he can clean himself! Chinchilla sand or kids sand is fine
Just not chinchilla dust tho you forgot to mention
@@person2248 I suggested them. Not telling which ones you shouldn’t use
@@victoriaandrea9104 I know, I didn't mean it as rude, just in case she sees it and gets dust. Sorry if I offended you or annoyed you in any way!
@@person2248 it’s fine i agree with yku
I’m not hating or anything just to let you know! 😊 Everything about your hamster’s life is AMAZING! The huge tank/“cage”, the bedding, and all of the toys that you provided with your hamster are great! The one and only thing I’m concerned about is the food. Hamsters can’t have any seeds, colored food, or anything that even looks like that in that matter. I really recommend Kaytee or Oxbow. I own a lot of guinea pigs but I have 2 hamsters that I’m still progressing with. I’m also kind of a beginner myself so I just wanted to provide you with some research I did! It’s really good that you did your research and got everything your hamster wants AND needs! Keep it up! 😁
I'm sure Guppy will be happy in his new home, hamsters are adorable creatures.
I'm going to get either an Owl or an Octopus for my next pet, I'm finding it difficult to decide.
Which one would you chose?
hmmm theyre both really good choices, but I would go with an octopus just because its so cool hahaha
With 3 heart, 9 brains, and chromatophores for camouflage the Octopus is definitely one of the coolest creatures on Earth. I think I will get A Mimic Octopus, I would go with A Bule Ringed but their neurotoxin is pretty nasty. Octopus are also easier to keep track of, it's not going to fly away.
I’m so happy u actually did a research and got all the good necessary stuff
We Stan her for doing research before getting her hamster :) 🐹
Good for doing your research. Guppy is lucky to have you but just remember that your missing a sand bath and I really recommend a bigger multi chamber hideout.
Thanks so much for getting a good sized cage!
Edit: tHANkS SO MUCH FOR THE HEART!
Second edit: oh no when I edited it the heart went away 😢
@Amali Hazell no I’m sorry, but u can make very good and big bin cages for super cheap
@@jewelvibes6765 woah their user was amali hazell? Mine used to be Amari Hazelle that’s kinda funny lol
Thank you so much for doing your research before buying this but can I please recommend getting rid of the peanut hide I was actually looking into buying this for my hamster and I saw that one of the ingredients is really bad for your hamster so thank you if you at this
“My hairs a mess right now”
No one:
Me: *then brush it-*
This is amazing. You are giving your hammie everything it deserves. Thank you I love seeing good hamster care. It makes me so happy.
I Am So Glad You Did Research! 30% Of People Do Research Before Getting A Pet. If You Do Need More Information I Recommend Watching Victoria Raechel For Hamster Tips! And Maybe More Bedding? They Can Borrow In That But More Would Give Them More Access To Deeper Tunnels!
I didn’t have time to watch this fully yet so I just skimmed through it!
I LOVE it!! As someone who has been a hamster owner for a long time it makes me so happy when people have an appropriate setup!!
I have 2 suggestions that might be helpful to you! As I mentioned I couldn’t watch the whole video so I’m just typing this quickly so sorry if you spoke about this but I would recommend adding ALOT more bedding 😂 what you have right now if fine but all of my dwarf hamsters have loved digging tunnels so once you get your lid made I would definitely fill on side up more than half way!!! It’s so cute watching them dig!!!
I would also highly recommend getting a lot more hides as hamsters don’t quite like open spaces because of predators so make sure there’s somewhere for him/her to hide all around the tank to make him/her more comfortable out in the open!!🐹
He/she is so friggen cute 🥺 my hamster that just passed away looked like yours!!
So glad that he/she is with you and not someone uneducated!! He/she is going to have a great life!!✨
AW thank you so so much for all your suggestion and kind words :)) In my most recent video, I did an update on guppy and his cage but I did add more bedding and another hide, as well as a sand bath, more chews etc. I really appreciate your comment so thank you a ton 🥺❤️
Ugh I want a hamster so bad but my mom won’t let me get one☹️
Just tell her this:
They’re pretty inexpensive compared to other animals. You can simply put them in a long container with lots of bedding. Make sure you do research!
@@kalayah1890 thanks but I finally got one!!!!
@@cheesewedge8082 does it let u pick it up?
@@cheesewedge8082 I’m on my way to get one right now
@@mya8478 just give it some time to get used to you and it’s environment/cage😁
Hello great cage!! I just suggest adding more hideouts and tunnels because hamsters love crowded spots. And I also suggest adding more bedding and tunnels like in the bottom and they need a sand bath at least once a week
I MEAN TO CLEAN THE SAND BATH AT LEAST ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK
I’m glad you did your research you would’ve killed that hamster in two days if you didn’t I have a hamster and I watched Victoria Reachelle two months until I got my hamster
Guppy is soooo cute! I love this video so much, new subscriber
No need to get a hamster the ant want the home instead
lmaooo this made me giggle
Another (much cheaper) cage option would’ve been the IKEA glass cabinet, tons of videos in it! It’s HUGE and my hammy loves it!
I think you deserve more subscribers. You have such a positive attitude and I love it. Also thanks for being one of the few people on youtube that arnt a hamster channel and is actually taking care of them correctly. 😬😁
AW thank you so much that means the world 🥺❤️
@@kaylaepark Your welcome! 💕
Hey so I’m planning to get a hamster but my mom said they stink because you can’t shower them and I don’t know 🤷♀️ is it true also do they bite!?
The hamster itself does not stink but it’s pee and poo does they bathe themselves in sand so I would recommend getting a bowl to fill with sand so it can clean itself and they do bite but only when scared or unhappy:)
Same.. my mom says hamsters stink 😂
I really want a hamster but she says they stink :(
She says she use to have a bunny and it stank
But it’s cause she was in Mexico and let the bunny run around freely and never bathed it or gave it’s needs
they’re not too bad as long as you stay on top of cleaning their cage when you’re supposed to pretty much :)
You hamster is sooo cute! I love your setup for the cage but I would suggest adding a sand bath for him and maybe adding a few or just another hide for him so he can feel more secure!シ
Yay! 🥳
Well done for doing research, it’s great to see you care about your little furry friend 🐹
Not only did you do correct research. BUT THE GUNS N' ROSES TSHIRT!? SUBSCRIBEDDDDDD
love this the tank is sooo huge! i wish i could afford that for mine. but mine is in a 20 gallon tank which is also good. but i just suggest putting at least 6inches of bedding🤍
For a start I think it’s pretty good! In the future definitely expand the enrichment, like a sand bath, include different types of hides. I love seeing a queen doing animals justice
Awesome cage so that you can put more bedding!But,I see that you have enough bedding for him to burrow.
it's probably the first time I've seen a person buying or adopting a hamster and buying a cage that's big enough plus everything they need. really compliments💞💞🇮🇹
I'm so happy that's someone has done research before getting hamster. The only thing I would say is to get a 8 inch week as that week is to small so could eventually break your hamsters back. You are doing really well so far and your hamster is so cute. If this is offensive I am sorry I was just trying to help xx
I think you meant wheel?
@@puglover6113 yea
not offensive at all :)) his back doesn’t bend and that is why i haven’t upgraded it but if anything changes i will definitely be getting a bigger wheel :)
I’m soo glad you did your research! It is so frustrating when people don’t! I can recommend one thing, I see you have a very tall tank and you could really take advantage of this by adding more bedding, because hamsters can burrow up to 3 feet in the wild! Just a recommendation. Love your tank by the way! 😁 You may have already watched her but I recommend Victoria Rachel on RUclips! She has some really great hamster videos!
Love how you did research! I would add herbs, sprays and more natural items!
You could add sand bath too.. But it's fine for now.. Guppy looks soo cute!! He's soo tiny..
I know how you feel girl, when I got my hamster I felt so happy and I wanted to just sit and watch him for hours 😂