My hamster is on its back, screeching. Is it a seizure, then runs?

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My hamster ,Streak, has been on his back, screeching, and paws running. I think it is a seizure. After he is done, he runs around his cage for 5 minutes. Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Baby! If he was having a seizure, they can have a "post-ictal" phase where they are no longer convulsing but are still disoriented. If this is the first time he has ever had a seizure, I would recommend having a vet take a look at him to ensure there isn't a medical reason for why he could have started seizuring. I hope this helps and hopefully he never has another one.

My hamster is on its back, screeching. Is it a seizure, then runs?

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