Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Male | unneutered
My hamster Chip is itchin. He sleeps allot and doesn't like sleepimg in his wooden hut anymore. It all just happend a few days ago. He is being more active when wakes up. Shows some stress. Is he okay?
1 Answer
Published on May 29th, 2018
I am sorry to hear about Chip. We do worry about parasites like skin mites in hamsters. We could also have an allergy or irritation due to bedding. I would recommend removing all bedding and cleaning his cage thoroughly and replacing with a scent free paper bedding (such as Carefresh). If the itching continues, I would recommend making an appointment for him to be check out by a veterinarian. Good luck!
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