Unseen Senses: Overlooked Hamster Facts Unveiled

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Part 1: Hamster Vision

Hamsters are nocturnal creatures, and their vision is not their forte. They have limited dynamic vision and poor color discrimination. Most hamsters are dichromatic, perceiving only shades of black and white. Additionally, their eyes are positioned on the sides of their cheeks, offering a wide field of view but with a difficulty in focusing. This often results in objects in their immediate vicinity appearing as mere blurs of light and shadow. Hamsters also lack depth perception, so even if you lift them high, they may panic and try to escape downwards, as they're unaware of their elevated position. Therefore, it's crucial to keep them away from high places to prevent accidents.

Part 2: Hamster Hearing

While their vision may not be sharp, hamsters have an impressive sense of hearing. They can detect sounds beyond the range of human ears. Being naturally timid, especially the Roborovskis, they can be startled by the slightest noise. It's best for pet owners to avoid loud noises or placing them in noisy environments, as this can scare them and potentially harm their hearing.

Part 3: Daily Chewing Needs of Hamsters

As rodents, hamsters have a constant need to chew. If not attended to, their incisors can grow excessively, leading to difficulty eating and, ultimately, starvation. Pet owners should ensure their hamsters have access to durable chews to maintain their teeth at a healthy length.

If you notice your hamster showing signs of reduced appetite, drooling, or keeping their mouth slightly open, it might indicate overgrown teeth. It's then important to examine their teeth. If they are indeed too long, you may need to trim them. However, trimming a hamster's teeth is a risky endeavor, as it can cause injury. Providing chew toys in advance is essential to prevent this issue. Items like gnawing stones and apple branches are excellent for this purpose and can be safely offered to your hamster.

Gnawing stones are durable, nontoxic, and soft enough to be effective without damaging the teeth. However, they might be overlooked by your hamster. To encourage use, you can bury them in their food for a while before removing them. Chewing stones that have absorbed the scent of food are more likely to be engaged with by your hamster.

In conclusion, let's hope that all of you have healthy and happy hamsters!

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