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10 week old hamster outside

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Question
I have a new dwarf cinnamon hampster approximately 10 weeks old and wanted to know if it is ok to have her outside if the climate is approximately 70 degrees.  If it is ok how long or not long would you recommend her stay outside.

Answer
Dear Beth,
thank you for your question.
Hamsters shouldn't be taken otuside at all. It's just stress for them and it's too dangerous - they can get sick (a cold is a serious illness for a hamster) or escape.
I hope I was of some help to you
Jennifer