A hamster is a pet that charms both children and adults. However, playing with a hamster and cuddling them is only part of the responsibility of caring for them.

At Ideas4-Pets we stock a range of hamster products including hamster bedding, water bottles and toys for his hamster cage.

Hamsters require a safe home with plenty of food, clean bedding and plenty of toys to keep them occupied. All our stock of hamster products is available to ensure pets have a quality and happy life.

Hamsters love to run around in a nice, clean hamster cage. The hamster cages we have on our website allow easy access for cleaning and the bedding can be layered over newspaper to soak up any spillage of drinking water.

When you choose your new pet hamster you need to make sure he is fit and healthy. A healthy hamster will have erect ears, his eyes will be bright, and he should allow you to pick him up without any biting.

Check for any old cuts or wounds

Normal ages for a hamster taken from his mother are four to eight weeks and at this age they are full of energy.

Handle your pet with care as hamsters are good at jumping and could jump and cause an injury.

Sit down if possible to handle your new pet and stroke him gently so he gets used to being handled.

We at Ideas-4-Pets are here to answer questions on all our hamster products and pet care.