#robo dwarf hamster

[stillebesat]

Nom Nom Breakfast

[deguarts]

A little Robo dwarf hamster~

[upthespiralstaircase]

a furry in the hand by Amelia Rhea Via Flickr:

[toxictaicho]

Kid Gaara with Shukaku

Canon Shukaku is tanuki but who ever has had robo hamster, knows that these little kawaii floofballs are bloodthirsty desert demons, who will watch you in your sleep and would kill you if have an opportunity.

My robo's name is Gaara btw.

Watercolours, watercolour pencils and ink

[calicowerewolf]

The nefarious hammer

[savageboar]

im finding a like. disturbing common ground where people with murderous tendencies specifically like to target hamsters and cats in particular. and it's really strange. and distressing.

[somegrumpynerd]

"Trying to keep these oversized hamsters alive"

Fuvk. Now i yearn to See them drawn as hamsters for real! 💘🥺🥺🥺 pls bless us with Bad sans hamsters, i beg u pleeeaseee. 😭😭💕

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Weeeeell alright, but only because you asked so nicely and also I really really love hamsters lol

(I've only ever had history with dwarf hamsters so that's what they all are to me, sanses are short anyway so it kinda fits.)

I made Killer and Dust roborovskis because they were the first hamsters I had and I have favourites. Also they are fast as hell so good luck catching these guys if they get out. I made Horror and Cross russians because they get a lil bit bigger than robos and I wanted a black and white one for Cross.

Also I dunno if you've ever seen those videos of 2 hamsters trying to run on the same wheel and one getting spun around or thrown off, but that's 100% Killer and Cross.

[amer1canwh0r4]

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[hamsternostalgia]

Hey, it's the anon from earlier once again, sorry to hear your medication messed you up but I'm glad you're doing better! I was curious as to what the hybridization signs you're talking about are, what's the method for telling if a hamster is a pure campbell's vs. a pure winter white vs. a hybrid? I can usually tell the difference between campbell's and WWs based on coat pattern/facial features but every once in a while I'll see a picture of a dwarf hamster where I'm kind of stumped. I also just want to say again how much I appreciate your responses, lately I've been browsing more hamster groups outside the youtube/reddit bubble I was in, it's definitely frustrating how rampant the online hamster community's misinformation problem is. But now that I've seen more breeders/keepers talk about how their dwarf hamsters do great socially it's especially strange to me that the myth that all hamsters universally need to be kept alone has gotten so much traction. Do you think it's mostly just because people have a tendency to project Syrian hamster traits onto other species+the insistence on always having huge cages, or is there more going on there? I find it interesting that owners of other social rodent species acknowledge there's a bonding process that can be tricky and that there's always the possibility of fighting or declanning, but they still heavily encourage at least trying co-housing for the well-being of the animals, while meanwhile the hamster community claims it's irresponsible to even attempt to co-house robos or campbell's despite that it seems to have very similar risks and benefits.

Hi, first off thank you, I'm very glad to be feeling better! So I've been sitting on this ask for ages now, and I unfortunately can only answer some of it at this time.

I was curious as to what the hybridization signs you're talking about are, what's the method for telling if a hamster is a pure campbell's vs. a pure winter white vs. a hybrid? I can usually tell the difference between campbell's and WWs based on coat pattern/facial features but every once in a while I'll see a picture of a dwarf hamster where I'm kind of stumped.

There are 100% hamsters that are extremely difficult to tell, even with years of practice now of picking out individual traits on both hybrids and purebreds/pedigreed dwarfs. I'm gonna show a few of the common hybrid lines and show some of the tells, because they do vary!

(Credit to a Hamster Central forum member for this photo)

This is a winter white leaning hybrid, the Sunfire Winter White as they were named by Petco, this is the most common nickname for the gene combination of Winter White's Mandarin and Campbells' Red Eyed Argente. Only special bit about this hamster in particular is that it is also sapphire, which is why its stripe is blue instead of brown. That would technically make this hamster sunfire FAWN, though there are no *official* names for any hybrid color technically. It presents with winter white type (the upwards facing eyes, rounded nose bridge, and the slightly droopier body, but the muzzle is narrow and appears pinched, the ears are pointed (common trait in campbells lines that need ear work, winter whites are more likely to have 'fluffy greyhound ears', but some will have pointier ones like this)). Additionally this hamster's stripe is very thin and more closely

(Credit to MiaoCampbell on redbook for this image)

The hamsters on the left represent how a line in China looked before it was bred to a heavily hybridized line, resulting in pups like those on the right (though there may be multiple generations between these). Initially, I thought this sleepy expression was a conscious choice to breed towards, as it does add a very cute factor, but after speaking to this breeder myself it was revealed this was due to a poor quality import of rex hybrids thought to be Campbells from the Philippians, though from a different breeder than the one that supplied a recent US import. The information from MiaoCampbell was actually passed on to the people who imported, so they could specifically know to look closely for these hybrid traits. Other signs of hybridization in this hamsters is the square shaped head and the greyhound ears I mentioned earlier. The top pup looks to have been chewed on as a baby, but the ear on our right still shows the 'flop' you see in winter whites primarily.

It truly comes down to scrutinizing the hell out of the animal for signs of hybridization, including type, behavior, type and frequency of vocalizations, and how they prove out when bred.

I also just want to say again how much I appreciate your responses, lately I've been browsing more hamster groups outside the youtube/reddit bubble I was in, it's definitely frustrating how rampant the online hamster community's misinformation problem is. But now that I've seen more breeders/keepers talk about how their dwarf hamsters do great socially it's especially strange to me that the myth that all hamsters universally need to be kept alone has gotten so much traction. Do you think it's mostly just because people have a tendency to project Syrian hamster traits onto other species+the insistence on always having huge cages, or is there more going on there?

This is the part I really struggled to find a solid answer for. My personal theory is it really came to be due to the mix of housing laws in some places (it was Scandinavian countries I believe that were making it illegal to keep dwarf hamsters alone, and additionally had excessively large minimums that it didn't allow for proper bonding), the loss of both the hamsterhideout forum in 2022, the loss of the last of the CHA sanctioned dwarf breeders in the USA/Canada. Hamsterhideout was probably the biggest online hamster community until the rise of facebook groups (If you wanted to talk to the maker of Robin's Gourmet Hamster food, you messaged on HH, if you wanted to talk to HoppingHammy from youtube about a new habitrail product, you messaged her on HH, if you had genetics questions, you messaged Strongbrew or Poppybee or Winterbell on HH). It was international too, started by a group of keepers in Singapore, and later the biggest connecting hamster community online. Additionally, after a certain point, many people read the same dumb studies that I've complained about and dropped the minimum (officially, though you'd still get cage policed by other members).

Then, when Holdem Hill (I think it was her, I could be remembering incorrectly) got out of hamsters and distributed her CHA sanctioned campbells to other breeders, it was decided that none of those hamsters can be considered purebred anymore since the CHA didn't approve the breeders who had them. Those lines simply died out according to them, even though I'm fairly sure even some of MY campbells are descended from these final lines. Winterbell had those lines until she got out of the species. Some definitely went to Doug Hankinson, who some of my line descends from. Some probably went to Beebee Hamstery when she was active, and I know people who have lines that are highly likely to and/or confirmed to be from BeeBee's lines.

It's literally just years of gaslighting a community so a monopoly can be built.

I find it interesting that owners of other social rodent species acknowledge there's a bonding process that can be tricky and that there's always the possibility of fighting or declanning, but they still heavily encourage at least trying co-housing for the well-being of the animals, while meanwhile the hamster community claims it's irresponsible to even attempt to co-house robos or campbell's despite that it seems to have very similar risks and benefits.

I also find it interesting, and truly so fascinating.

The other reason this post took so long is I've been trying to decide whether to take a break from breeding campbells, which I HAVE decided to do. They take up more time for me right now than all of my syrians, pet robos, hedgehog, microsquirrels, and gerbil (trying to find someone w a male who would like him, since I would not like to keep gerbils anymore at the moment after his partner died) combined. I'm going down to just 2 colonies, building them up to a pet sized cage (probably prevue 528s for now), and spending the next year writing about, recording, and analyzing their behaviors in a colony. I intend to spend about 2 months working them up to it since I'm keeping 6+ hamster colonies that will not all be related. I'll be focusing fully on studying them, and still breeding Syrians because I don't think I could be content without SOME breeding program, and don't have the space for meat rabbits. I want to fully document the bonding, upgrading, and normal argument process that happens when bonding them, and hopefully be able to start working towards a vocalization library to help other keepers identify their colony's behaviors. I'm hoping the mix of CHA getting Campbells, people like myself studying and analyzing a species that is criminally under researched (since Winter Whites are the preferred models for labs most of the time), and the new phenomenon of not club sanctioned USA campbells breeders winning online shows from other countries that have functional showing clubs; there will be a huge shift in information about this species going forward.

[culturalsillystine]

I searched up robo dwarf and for some reason a warning came up…

That's odd, I wonder why? Regardless, the hamsters there are VERY cute. I especially like the one on his wheel.

[harocat]

Real ones remember when I was that girl who had or has every kind of pet BUT cats and dogs (I did have dogs growing up though).

Permit me if I forget something, I have major brain fog because I'm sick.

cats

dogs

hamsters

gerbils

sugar gliders

Brazilian short tailed opossums

rats

African soft-furred rats

degus

rabbits

dwarf hamsters

robo hamsters

mice

chinchillas

snakes (three species; corn snake, Kenyan sand boa, ball python)

leopard gecko

bearded dragon

tarantula

hermit crabs

snails

fish (of many types)

guinea pig

parrotlet

conure

hedgehogs

frogs

axolotl

kangaroo rats

Did I miss any? A few of these are pets Jennie had before she moved in with us (like her conure, which passed away at a ripe old age), but nonetheless, they lived with me. I also had a couple of these (dogs for example) only as a child.

As of now we have a paltry five species of animals in our home; our cats, a pair of chinchillas, a hamster, a leopard gecko, and a ball python. That's pretty much how it's been the past several years. We kind of shifted to crazy cat lady mode. But I definitely have the experience, so for example, if a shelter needed a foster for almost any kind of small animal, I'd be game.

And yes there's never been any ferrets, though I love them and have babysat them multiple times. I've also babysat chickens.

[deguarts]

Happy holidays from me and my boys! They obviously all got on the Nice list this year~

Ludger the chinchilla, Bilbo the robo dwarf hamster, and Monty the smooth-sided toad 🎄

[bufomancer]

What kind of size for a hamster enclosure would you recommend? Regular hamster cages from pet stores are clearly not an option haha, and for my last hamster I used a large storage box but I think it could’ve been a bit bigger. I’m not very good at any diy stuff so I’m trying to find an option that doesn’t require much skill and isn’t super expensive, if you have any recommendations I’d appreciate it

Great question!!

For my foster hamsters I usually used modified storage bins. They work well for temporary use as they’re easy to carry, easy to clean, depending on how you modify them they can be stacked, etc. I personally don’t prefer them for long term use as (just as you’ve said) they’re on the small side.

The minimum we adopt out to at the rescue is 600 square inches, my preference is 775 or more particularly for syrians. Keep in mind dimensions advertised are usually the external dimensions, and internal floor space may be a bit smaller.

Large aquariums are an option. 40 breeders are 648 square inches, 75 gallons are 864. You can often find them used for pretty cheap, though they’ll likely need a good cleaning.

Ikea hacks are popular for affordable hamster enclosures with minimal DIY. I don’t like the detolf hack since it’s so narrow (only 13 inches wide) and would only recommend it for robos, maybe the larger dwarf species, but not really for syrians if you can avoid it. The linmon hack is a lot more square and is about 877 square inches so that’s a good option. Most ikea hacks do require you to DIY your own lid.

Pawhut sells some wooden enclosures online that exceed 600 square inches- This One is just over 1,000 square inches and currently on sale on Chewy!

NiteAngel and Bucatstate both sell enclosures as well, on Amazon. Be careful checking dimensions- some of their enclosures are too small for hamsters! A friend of mine has been using the new Bucatstate 2.0 stacking enclosures, which are 774 square inches, and so far has liked them a lot for a fairly inexpensive, sturdy, large enclosure.

You can also use PVC reptile enclosures provided they have sufficient ventilation. These can be pretty expensive though.

Basically: there’s a ton of options, though unfortunately many can’t be purchased at pet stores (in the US at least). However, I *have* noticed that both Petco and Petsmart carry larger enclosures than they used to. So we are heading in the right direction, and with time things may change more.

Also keep in mind that any enclosure with only ventilation on the lid isn’t going to have optimal ventilation. Hamsters don’t produce as much ammonia as a lot of other rodents, and they’re good about mostly using the bathroom in one spot which makes cleaning easier. However I do recommend ensuring the room is well ventilated- I have an air purifier in mine and a ceiling fan going at all times, but I also have a lot of rodents. You can also hook up a small computer fan to gently agitate the air in the enclosure and increase air circulation.

Best of luck!!

[robohamster418]

How to Care for Baby Roborovski Hamsters: The Ultimate Guide

Tiny, speedy, and downright adorable—baby Roborovski hamsters (or "Robos") are some of the most delightful small pets you can raise. These pint-sized fluffballs may be the tiniest of the dwarf hamster species, but they come with big personalities and even bigger energy levels. If you’re lucky enough to welcome baby Roborovski hamsters into your home, it’s essential to understand their unique care needs to ensure they grow up healthy, happy, and well-adjusted.

Whether you're a first-time hamster owner or an experienced breeder, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about baby Roborovski hamster care, from setting up their enclosure to feeding, handling, and beyond. Let’s dive in!

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Dwarf Hamster Lifespan: Dwarf Hamsters Live How Long?

Dwarf Hamster Lifespan: Dwarf Hamsters Live How Long?

Dwarf Hamster Lifespan is something that owners often care about. Dwarf hamsters are actually one of several hamster species! Each species is indigenous to a different region of the world’s desert. Everyone has had a hamster at some point in their lives. You probably know how beautiful these little animals are, whether you had one as a youngster or are now caring for one.

These tiny hamsters make excellent pets. They take up little space, are quite quiet, and are fun to watch as they move around their cage. So, if you’re looking for a starting pet that demands simple and straightforward care, a dwarf hamster could be an excellent alternative.

The Rundown on Dwarf Hamsters

The most well-known dwarf hamster species are the Robo Dwarf, Striped Dwarf, and Campbell’s Dwarf. Each of these unique dwarfs likes a specific environment, which might range from deserts to mountainous terrain to woods.

The Robo dwarf is the species’ tiniest member, measuring only 2 inches long. They are also exceedingly fast, making handling challenging. One of the most popular pets is the Campbell’s Dwarf Hamster. This dwarf hamster is most active in the morning and evening.

Dwarf hamsters are omnivores, which means they consume a wide variety of foods. Fruits, seeds, and grains are just a few of the foods they’ll eat. However, depending on the species, each dwarf hamster has a completely different diet based on where they live.

How Long Do Dwarf Hamsters Live?

The average lifespan of a dwarf hamster is 2-3 years. However, there have been reports of Dwarf hamsters living in captivity for up to four years. In comparison, the average hamster lifespan in captivity is approximately 2-4 years.

Certain medical disorders can reduce their life expectancy. However, there are numerous things you may do to assist them in living as long as possible. Keep in mind that life expectancy varies depending on the species. Although they do not live long, hamsters make terrific pets for the short time they are available.

A study that compared the lifespans of two species of laboratory rodents with varied life histories discovered that the age at which Dwarf hamsters breed influences their individual lifespans. Individual longevity in dwarf hamsters was found to be positively related to the age of the first and last litters.

The Average Dwarf Hamster Life Cycle 

Let’s go over the Dwarf hamster life cycle now that we’ve discovered where they come from and how long they live on average!

Birth 

When a baby dwarf hamster is born, it is called a “pup.” Their skin is a bright pink tone and hairless when they are born. They are born blind and defenseless, reliant on their mother for protection. After about a week, dwarf hamsters begin to acquire hair and teeth.

Two weeks after birth, they are able to see and move on their own! When the puppies reach the age of five weeks, they must be taken from their mothers and fully weaned. This is due to the risk of leaving them with their mother, who may turn against them.

Reproduction 

Dwarf hamsters reach sexual maturity at 6 weeks of age, and maybe earlier. Males reach sexual maturity at a far faster pace than females. Female dwarf hamsters have 4 to 6 pups on average, but should not be bred until they are 10 weeks old because stillborn puppies are more frequent.

Adult 

Female hamsters can become pregnant again after only 24 hours, which is one of the most fascinating qualities of them. This is why most people separate males and females in captivity. Hamsters, whether in captivity or not, can become infertile if they are not mated before the age of 14 months. Keep in mind that the older a female hamster gets, the more difficult it is for her to reproduce and, if attempted, can be highly hazardous to her health.

How To Extend The Life Of Your Pet Dwarf Hamster 

Given the short lifespan of a Dwarf hamster, there aren’t many things you can do to extend it. The fact that these wonderful animals have a short lifespan should not deter you from keeping one as a pet. This is why we’ve developed a list of ideas to ensure your hamster has not only a wonderful, but also a long life.

Mental and Physical Stimulation: Provide an exercise wheel, toys, chewing materials, and other stuff about the cage to keep your hamster entertained. One of the most important hazards to a hamster’s health is boredom. When a hamster is not properly mentally busy, it might get quite anxious. This can then lead to more major health problems in the future.

Cleaning: Hamsters can grow fairly unwell if their enclosures are not cleaned at least once or twice a week. Cleaning the bedding and disinfecting the toys prevents your hamster from treading in or swallowing its own droppings. Above all, avoid using items such as newspaper scraps or scented beddings in your hamster’s cage. They are incredibly dangerous to your hamster.

Balanced Diet: A proper and balanced food is vitally necessary for your hamster’s health. The majority of people feed their hamsters only pellets. Introducing products like as apples, green beans, and a variety o

f fruits and vegetables, on the other hand, provides your hamster with a cornucopia of nutrients that will improve their overall health. Vitamins prescribed by your veterinarian can also help your hamster feel better and live longer.

[culturalsillystine]

my hamster was named pickles, he was a robo dwarf. I might have pictures of him but i have to find them

Pickles is a very cute name, he sounds very cute. If you find pictures, I'd love to see.