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When can I safely move my hamster mom and babies to a new cage?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | unspayed

Hello! My hamster recently had babies but I didn’t know she was pregnant. It’s getting to the time where I can clean the cage but I want to move the mom and babies into a larger enclosure. Will this stress them?

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 11th, 2018

It really depends on how old Frankie's babies are, if they are still curled up in the best I would try your best not to disturb them. However if they are older and exploring about as long as you are gentle and don't leave any separated for too long you can move them fine.

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