My hamster is cold, stiff, and not moving. Is it dead or in torpor?

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i found my russian dwarf hamster in her food bowl curled up. she wasnt moving so i blew softly on her, which usually gets her to wake up but nothing. so i touched her but nothing. i picked her up and her legs were stiff, stuck in the position she had them. her body was cold but still soft. is she dead or possible hibernating/topor? Thank you! Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 26 days old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Oh no, I'm so sorry you found Jjajngmyun this way! If her body is cold and her legs are still unfortunately I would be inclined to think that she has passed away. I would check to see if she is still breathing, but if she isn't, then she has passed away. You can always bring her into a vet to check for sure. I'm sorry :-(

My hamster is cold, stiff, and not moving. Is it dead or in torpor?

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