Is it a bad idea to get a hamster from Petco that was driven here from Chicago, Ilinois, to Nebraska?

Question

My friend lives in Nebraska, and she wants a hamster that she saw in a Petco store. I hear rumors of Pet Mills, unhealthy breeding conditions and such, but is that where they came from? Also, even if they didn't, is it a bad idea to get a hamster that drove from one state over? Even if the breeders have healthy conditions?

Answer 1

Definitely don't go to Petco. Their hamsters are EVIL.

Answer 2

Most all pet stores use pet mill suppliers.  

If the hamster is in a cage, with lots of air, water, and food, it's fine.  They can't make the trip in a box, but they'd be fine with food/water/etc as long as the car wasn't too hot.  A super young hamster may get stressed, though.

Answer 3

dont go to pet co you can find a hamster at a shelter!!!! plz save a life  

Answer 4

Yes, Petco and most pet stores buy from breeding mills and backyard breeders.

Adopt locally http://www.petfinder.com