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Why is my Robo hamster losing hair and has red skin but acts normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered

Hi, my roborovski is seeming to lose hair on the back of his neck and he has red skin in a separate area on his back and a bit of red on the bottom of his ears. I was wondering what this is and whether he is ill? His behaviour seems completely normal.

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 18th, 2017

Hello, & thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center. Hairloss & red skin could be an indication of some type of allergic response, ectoparasites like fleas, lice or mites, or even ringworm. A quick visit with your verterinarian will sort things out quickly & make sure Seamus' skin issues are not too serious. Take care.

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    Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 12th, 2018

    It is difficult to see much from the photos but from what I can see the area of hair loss is large and it looks like some scaling or scabbing. I suggest you get him to a vet for an exam. This is not something that will go away on it's own. It could be due to skin mites or other type of parasite, a bacterial infection, if he has a cage mate it could be the other hamster is chewing his hair, T-cell lymphoma, thyroid issues or kidney problem. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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