ok i would like to know everything i need to know about breeding hamsters. i wanna do it right so that no mistakes happen. i know alittle bit about breeding them , but i would like to hear from people who have breed them or just have alot of knowledge about doing this.
** i know the breeds have to be the same, i want siberain dwarf hamster is there specific methods for each breed though?**
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Breeding is a huge responsibility. It should NOT be undertaken until you have the following in place at MINIMUM.
enough $ set aside to cover any potential vet costs for mom AND babies
homes lined up for potential offspring or willingness and ability and cages to keep ALL the offspring
a good understanding of the genetics involved INCLUDING which colours/patterns/temperments/health concerns should not be breed to each other
ability to recognise at least common health issues in the species you select
a good reason for wanting to breed
Right now, you need to do LOTS more research before you consider breeding hamsters. "Siberian Dwarf Hamster" is NOT a type of dwarf hamster. Start your research with learning about the four different types of dwarf hamsters - I’ll even give you a head start - chinese, campbells, winter white and robovorski. I don’t care what your local pet store has them labeled, if you are undertaking this advernture in a serious and informed manner then you must correctly educated yourself.
Breeding hamsters is NOT a bad thing, there is a real need for QUALITY breeders in many areas, but enter into this as informed as possible. Search for hamster breeders and hamster clubs websites and learn from them.
i have a siberain hamster called mom when we got here when she was a baby she had 6 babies and we gave them away.
just buy a female dwarf hamster with a male hamster you should be fine
Good luck. Most rodents will attack each other when the female is in heat..