One of the most popular pets to get when you are kid is a hamster. These furry friends are great for first-time pet owners since they are considered to be a low maintenance pet and take up little ...

As a guinea pig parent and former hamster and hedgehog owner, I know how important a quality cage is to a small pet's health ...

"Before the land consolidations of the 197oS," Riegel continues, "we had hamsters, hares, partridges, orchards and vineyards ...

From their forever-growing front teeth to their inflatable cheeks, there are many funny hamster facts that you (or the kids) may not have come across before. But if you’ve got some animal lovers who ...

The Charming Parakeets That Lost Their Place Parakeets were once the colorful pride of many households. Their soft chatter, ...

If you have young children, chances are you get weekly, if not daily, requests for a pet. While a family cat or dog is a right of passage for many, it can be a lot of responsibility for children who ...

If you’re thinking of getting a pocket pet, then you might be questioning, ‘How long do hamsters live?’ Before you commit to a new furry friend, it’s important to manage your expectations and ...

Insider asked vets to answer common questions about hamsters. Hamsters will eat their own babies if frightened. They can fit almost a quarter of their body size in their cheeks. Visit Insider's ...

Do hamsters get lonely? That's a great question. We often see hamsters living quite happily with other hamsters, but are they just as happy on their own? We spoke to vet, Dr. Rebecca MacMillan to find ...