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When's the right time to tame a new hamster and how should I start?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male | unneutered

When is it good to start taming a newly got hamster? How should i approach the situation?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on August 21st, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Knight. Training can start at any time. The key is to keep movement slow and deliberate, the environment quiet and calming. You might want to start with a soft towel to lift out of cage as they are often defensive to their territory. Good luck.

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