Hamsters Fix the Facts Lesson
Learning Target: I can use facts from a website to find and fix mistakes.
What food do hamsters need?
You can feed your hamster fruits and vegetables like carrots, squash, broccoli, cucumbers, apples, pears, and berries. Make sure you get a chew-proof water bottle for their cage.
What shelter do hamsters need?
Your hamster will need a cage to feel safe and comfortable. You can get tubes for your hamster to explore and bedding to make your hamster cozy. Place the cage in a place that is near people but is relatively quiet. Many people keep their hamster cages in their bedrooms.
How long do hamsters live?
Hamsters can live to be 2 or 3 years old with good care.
How do you take care of a hamster?
- Make sure to clean your hamster’s cage each week.
- Give hamsters plenty of time to exercise and bond with you outside their cage.
- Cradle your hands when holding your hamster to keep it safe.
Do you need to take hamsters to the veterinarian?
Hamsters should visit the vet once a year for a checkup.
Did you know?
- Hamsters are nocturnal. They sleep during the day and are more active at night.
- Hamsters are smart creatures who can even learn their name if you talk to them often.
- Hamsters are born blind and can only see a few inches in front of their face when they are an adult.
- Hamsters can run long distances on their wheels, over 5 miles a night.
- Hamsters do not like citrus smells.