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constipation!

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Question
my hampster Dougy is sick
his eyes wont open and he has a very strange lump down by his tail and when i just clen his cage it smells again the next day and it never did that before what is wrong with my pour Dougy?

Answer
Hi kadie
poor dougy!
sounds like he might have constipation, so you must get him to the vets as soon as possible as they will give him something to treat his illness.
vets can do a lot for hamsters these days and if he isn't registered with a vet, they can usually do the registration on the same day as the appointment.
hope this helps and hope your furry friend is feeling better soon.
thanks for your question, jewel