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my hamster is lying down like it it dead

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Question
everytime i go to  my hamster it looks like it is dead and it is because the heat

Answer
Hi Aryella,

    Yes, it could be from the heat, especially if your home is warm. If a hamster gets too hot, it could have a heat stroke. It is best to keep them in a place that is cooler (do not let air blow directly on them though).\

Thank you for writing!