russian dwalf hampster

Question
my son has just arrived home to find his two hamsters have given birth what dose he do

Answer
Hi Tony,

 You just need to make sure that there is plenty of food and water for Mom. Also you should start feeding her some high protein foods such as hard boiled egg.
 The nest should not be disturbed for at least 10 days. If a pup goes astray, leave it, the mom will retrieve it or the pup will find it's way back to the nest. If the nest is disturbed,or the Mom feels threatened, especially a first-time Mom, she may defend her litter the only way she knows, by killing and eating them.
  Around the 5th, a thin coat of fur will be apparent on the lighter varieties. This is a good time to lower the water bottle (if you are using one) so the pups can reach it when they start exploring the cage.
 Their eye will start to open around the 13th day. At this time, the cage should be cleaned.
 The pups will be ready to leave their Mom between 21-28 days. The sexes should be separated and placed in separate cages at this time.
 If you have anymore questions, please write again.

Thank you for writing and best of luck!