Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My Siberian hamster bites after new cage. Is he stressed or hurt?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 7 days old

My siberian hamster always liked to held by me and for some reason now that I try to pick him up from his cage he bite me. By the way, I bought him a new and bigger cage this day

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on November 9th, 2017

It is possible that Khaleesi has hurt herself in the new enclosure. I would recommend giving her a few days to get settled to the new cage. Sometimes a change can cause stress and will make hamsters more anxious and scared. This will change their behavior. If in a few day Khaleesi does not seem more settled I would recommend taking her to a vet to make sure she does not have an injury. At anytime if she stops eating/drinking I would take her in sooner. I hope that helps

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored