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My hamster hurt her leg but is still acting normal. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 26 days old

Hi my hamster hurt her leg but she is being her normal shelf like sorting her food and walking but I need advice please.

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 27th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Amber. A sprain or strain should heal well with some cage rest, but a fracture or other injury is better managed through a veterinary visit. If you have a chance to handle Amber, try touching the leg to determine how painful it it. Even a sprain could respond better with analgesic medications. Good luck.

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