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Golden hamster sneezing, cold paws, no runny nose, good spirits
A sneezing golden hamster with cold paws likely has a chill; warm it and use small-pet antibiotics if severe. Allergy or irritation can also cause sneezing.
Does my hamster have fleas; it bites its own fur
Fur biting means itching, and fleas are one possible cause, but so are wood-shaving or sand irritation, allergy, or skin disease. Check the body for parasite signs; if fleas are confirmed, use hamster flea powder or spray. If unsure, see a vet.
My hamster’s right eye is swollen with a tear track
A swollen right eye with a tear track is inflammation from allergy, bacteria, or fungus. Rinse with saline and apply erythromycin or chlortetracycline; remove new foods/bedding and disinfect the cage.
My hamster bites its leg fur off while eating and ants gather nearby – why?
Constant leg-fur biting is usually leg itch from bedding/sand irritation, allergy or skin disease. Change bedding, bathe in clean sand, treat allergies at the vet, and see a vet for skin disease.
My hamster’s eye suddenly will not open, is red and swollen below – what’s wrong?
Red, swollen, shut eyes in a hamster may be infection, allergy or parasites. Get a vet diagnosis; clean the eye and use drops if infected.
My hamster makes squeaking ‘pu pu’ sounds, a few times a day, for about ten days; enrofloxacin 4 days has not helped much.
Squeaking usually means a respiratory infection (cold, allergy, asthma) or dusty bedding. Check for sneezing and discharge; if cold-like, use small-pet anti-inflammatory medicine under a vet's guidance.
Why are my hamster’s chin and nose red and swollen?
Redness may be skin inflammation or allergy; over-cleaning or dry air can trigger it, as can allergens in food. Adjust diet to light and keep the environment suitable; see a vet if it worsens.
Why is the area around my hamster’s right eye red?
Redness may come from eye infection, parasites, allergy, or fighting. Irritants cause infection and swelling; parasites can invade the eye; some foods/bedding trigger allergy; fights cause injury.
My Hamster’s Tongue Is Slightly Purple-Black — Should I Worry?
A purple tongue suggests poor blood or oxygen supply, mouth ulcers, infection, or allergy. A vet should diagnose the exact cause.
Female Hamster’s Genitals Suddenly Swollen and Red: What Medicine to Use
Swelling can be from fungal or bacterial infection, an allergy to new bedding, or estrus. Treat infections properly, remove allergens, and keep things clean; separate males and females if no breeding is planned.
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