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hamster very week

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Question
hi there! my hamster is very weak at the moment, rapid breathing with eyes shut and can hardly move around, shes between 1 and half to two years old could she be dying?
i dont know if she is ill and needs to see vet?

Answer
Dear Julie,
thank you for your question.
You definitely need to see a vet with your hamster. I cannot tell you what's wrong with her, but it doesn't sound good. Some hamsters do die of old age when they are 2 years or so old, but when it's something els,e the vet might be able to help her.
I'm sorry that i cannot be of more help to you
Jennifer