My 2 dwarf hamsters..:\

Question

are always itching them selves. do they have fleas?? what are the signs of a hamster having fleas?

Answer 1

They could also have mites. Look for little red dots in their fur or skin. You should still take them to the vet, for a medication. If they have fleas, it's also serious, so please go get that checked out! Good luck! ^-^

Answer 2

they could have mites or ticks get some chinchilla sand from a pet shop they will role around in it it is so cute to watch a bag full for about £1 or so not much

Answer 3

they might have mites! im not sure of the signs of mites though...here is aa good site! :http://www.petwebsite.com/hamsters/hamst...

good luck! ☺♥♥☺

Answer 4

Red skin and loss of fur with excessive itching are signs of mites in your hamster fur. In severe cases, the hamster scratches a lot, particularly around its ears, has dry flaky skin and obvious fur loss, particularly on the back. There may also be scabs around the ears, nose and genitals.

The mites will irritate the hamster's skin and so the hamster will scratch excessively. The skin hence appears sore and red and there is fur loss. On close inspection the mites may be seen as small specks moving through the coat of the hamster.

Mild cases of mite infestations can be treated with an anti-mite spray designed for caged birds or small animals available from pet shops. The head of the hamster should be shielded to avoid spraying into the eyes and the body sprayed. The cage should be cleaned, sprayed with the anti-mite spray and clean bedding should be provided. This treatment should be repeated as directed on the anti-mite spray.

Hamsters suffering from mites should be isolated from any other hamsters or animals and be placed in a room of their own to avoid spreading mites to other animals.

If mild cases fail to improve within a day or two or in cases of severe mite infestation, veterinary treatment should be sought.