Is it normal for my hamster to lay on her back?

Question

I've only had her for one week and she will lay like this and then act normal the rest of the day.

Answer 1

mine use to do that also dont worry  

Answer 2

He/She is just playing nothing big

Answer 3

some hamsters are just a little throwed off. haha just kidding yes its fine.

Answer 4

mine used to do that all the time, i thought it was super cute.  

Answer 5

yea its totally fine maybe its resting or something or it wants you to pet it or rub its tummy really theres nothing to be worried about

good luck with your new hammiester!!!

       ;-)

Answer 6

Hamsters are goofy by nature.

Answer 7

A hamster lying on it's back means it is either 'playing dead' (might be because it is frightened or stressed) or a sign it is giving up in a fight (in hamster fights, the hamster who has surrendered will lie on its back).

Answer 8

Yea, totally fine. Mine used to do that, it's just how some like to sleep.

=] Chris

Answer 9

NO that is really bad for it. It may break its back. go see a vet or something

Answer 10

i think its fine but none of the hamster i have had ever did that but i saw a hamster laying on its back in the pet shop and it looked normal and healthy.

hope this helps xx >.<

Answer 11

My hamster Gypsy loves to lay on her back and have her belly rubbed. I sometimes think she is not a hammie.