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funny noises what do i do?

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Question
My hamster is 3 years old, and latley has been sleeping alot, not running on her wheel, and making funny noises. My mom thinks it just a cold. WE tryed this liquid drink 4 her, it said its good 4 colds< but she didnt drink it. I was going to see if she would run in her ball (she always loves that! but i cant seem to find the lid.If u think that her running in her ball would help let me know! and is there any foods or drinks 4 me to give her? or just let her sleep?And my sister bought a hamster from the same litter, and he's fine!PLEASE HURRY B4 IT;S TOO LATE!
           -shannon

Answer
Hello! Wow your hamster is pretty old. It seems to be going through old age. Even though your sister's hamster is from the same litter doesn't really that your hamster isn't getting just like hers. The stuff you used to fight off the cold, buy a dropper and give it to herin the dropper. If she seems to not be getting better take her to a vet and get checked out. Does your hamster have a wet bottom?? If so take your hamster to the vet asap because she probably has a bacterial infection and needs antibiotics. Keep me posted and try to stay calm. You've had your hamster three long years and you're been a great pet parent :)