Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Male
I recently purchased a male fancy hamster from petco. I noticed some strange black spots on him (1 on each side of his body) they dont seem to bother him but they look kind of like scabs? I’m not sure what it could be. Any advice?
1 Answer
Published on December 8th, 2017
If he was housed with other hamsters, they may be old injuries that are healing. Monitor them for resolution. If they don't resolve or if they spread or cause discomfort then have him examined by your veterinarian.
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