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Why is my new hamster sneezing? Is he sick? What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Male

Hello, I just bought my hamster. It seems that he is sick. He kept sneezing all day. What should I do? It’s a golden hamster.

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 21st, 2018

This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or eventually to a chronic rhinitis (inflammatory, allergic, infective). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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