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My hamster isn't drinking water. How can I keep him hydrated?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female

Toffee has not been drinking ANY water for the past few days what should I do? I don't know any hamster vets!

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 8th, 2016

Give Toffee lots of greens, such as cucumber and lettuce, apple (without seeds) alfalfa, parsley, watermelon. Start with very small portions and increase gradually. This will give Toffee the moisture he needs. Make sure his water bottle is clean and try some bottled water rather than tap water.

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