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Hamster training

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Question
I just got a hamster and I was wondering if you can tell me the best way to train it.
Thanks,
sam

Answer
thanks for the message. sorry i couldn't answer sooner but i've been busy. okay first try sticking your hand into his cage with some sunflower seeds on your hand.(you can put gloves on if you're afraid of him biting)do this for about a week. then try scooping him up with both your hands. if he runs off, don't try to stop him or you and the hamster might get hurt. keep trying to pick him up throughout the week so he gets used to it. put the cage on the floor and pick him up and take him outside the cage. block all exits like doorcracks.

       Good luck!
        Victoria