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Sorry but this is weird!!

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Question
One of my dwarf hamsters eyes are squinting just one, its the
left one, it looks smaller, but sometimes he opens it all the way,
but why was it squinting?
is that a sign of something bad!


Answer
Hi Susie,

Sounds like he may have something in his eye, like a piece of dust, or maybe some bedding.  It will work its way out soon.  If his eye closes all the way, then you should soak a small piece of cotton wool in lukewarm water and gently wipe his eye.

If you have any othe rquestions, please feel free to ask.

Kelly