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campbells dwarf questions

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Question
Hi,
I recently purchased a male campbells dwarf hamster. Ive had him for two
days now and Im concerned about two things.

1-He seems to breath heavy all the time, he never makes any sounds though.
2-He has never run on his wheel lol. I know this sounds like a dumb question
but my chinese dwarf hamster loves her wheel to death so maybe im not used
to a hamster that doesnt like its wheel.

thanks for your help

Answer
Dear Andrew,

The wheel thing sounds fine, it normally takes them at least a week to get used to. So don't worry about that, but the heavy breathing I'm worried about. I would call a vet about that, because it seems to be something serious.
E-mail me back with any other questions that you might have!
Sincerely,
Sarah