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My dwarf hamster's eye is squinted. What can I do to help at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | 1lb

I have a dwarf hamster and he recently, his left eye has been squinted and we aren't sure why. Is there anything we can do at home that will help him?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 17th, 2017

Hello and thank you for using Pet Coach concerning Hershey. I would recommend to flush his eye out with sterile saline. Thus will flush out any bedding or anything stuck in there. If he continues to squint the eye, then I would recommend to take him to the vet to get his eye stained to look for a scratch. Bacterial infections are also possible and treatment is antibacterial eye drops. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on March 8th, 2017

    It sounds as if Teddy may have a pretty severe infection, illness or neurologic issue. Since he is having trouble balancing and his eyes are swollen shut it is best to seek veterinary care immediately for an exam and treatment as these are very concerning symptoms.

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    Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 27th, 2019

    If the eye is bulging and he can't close it then you should have him examined by your vet. I cannot offer you any home treatments for eye problems - those always need to be seen by a vet. Eyes are very delicate organs and can go from bad to worse very quickly.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

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    Published on December 8th, 2017

    the swollen cheek is usually just food in his food pouch but the crusty eye and ear are both something to worry about, you will need to take him to the vet ASAP in order to get it checked and treated, if it's an infection he will need antibiotics.

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