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Question
I have two male dwarfs that I bought together, just 5 days ago. I've done a lot of research, and I'm not sure what to do about my situation.
My agouti dwarf, named Shadow, chases Nugget, my Winter White dwarf, around in the cage. They're constantly squeaking at each other. I've checked Nugget for bite marks, and there are none. So there's no real damage being done, though it seems as if Shadow is being extremely intrusive. I've separated them for now, but I am still unsure. Is this okay?

Answer
Hello Kristan,
It is likely the hamsters would be okay together, but it is probably best to keep them apart, just in case. Hamsters can be territorial in their cages, but may not be outside of them. Take them out to play together outside their cages and see how they do.

-Devin