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My hamster is sick, shaking, not eating. What can I do without a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | 1 year and 8 months old

My hamster is shaking while trying to move ,doesnt move often (almost at all) ,doesnt eat or drink unless i give him the food nearby or feed her.She also used to sneeze yesterday but not anymore. I think she is dying and there is no vet for small animals. Please help me out fast i love her so much and cant see her like that

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 27th, 2017

Unfortunately it sounds as if your hamster is very sick. The life span of a hamster is 1.5-2 years so Milla is considered an older hamster. If you are unable to take her to be examined by a veterinarian the best thing you can do for her at home is keep her warm and dry and encourage her to eat as much as possible, even if you are able to hand feed her. Also make sure she is still urinating and defecating as well. Best of luck. Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you!

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on September 16th, 2019

    I'm sorry to hear Heidi isn't feeling well. I would definitely take her to the vet as soon as you can. Until then, keeping her warm and in comfortable bedding and offering food and water (or hand-feeding her if she'll take it) to keep up her energy may help until your vet can figure out what's going on.

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