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MY HAMSTER IS GONE!!

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Question
I HAD A  HAMSTER THAT HAD A FEW BABIES AND SHE LEFT! WHAT CAN I DO WITH THE BABY HAMSTERS?

Answer
Raising hamster pups is a tough job and you will need to feed your pups every hour on the hour by using a milk replacement formula like Kitten meal replacement. You can also use pedialyte as well and mix half pedialyte with water.
You will need to feed each pup 2 drops an hour I believe and keep them warm by using a light over the cage as well. You will also need to stimulate urination by rubbing their bottoms with a tissue.
I hope this helps. Keep me posted.
Here is more information on feeding baby hamsters.
http://www.hamsterific.com/RaisingPups.cfm