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Why does my hamster keep biting me? How do I stop the biting?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male

my hamster keeps biting me

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on January 18th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Charly. Hamsters can be very scared and cage protective. When initially handling, try to scoop up in a cup to remove from the cage, then place on a table and try to pick up. This can bypass the territoriality of cage protection. Hamsters are also nocturnal, so don't like to woken. Good luck.

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