Why wont my hamster roll in his ball?

Question

I bought a ball today and he just sits there and grooms himself lol I think it cuz it his first time and hes scared... but can you tell me why he wont or if he doesnt know how lol?

Answer 1

My hamster was like that too but as soon as it gets the idea mine ran forever and ever just make sure to put it in when it's active.  Try holding it before you put it in.  It just needs some time to get used to it.

Answer 2

cuz hes lazy =]

Answer 3

Some hamsters don't roll in a ball. Maybe he is just feeling out the ball first. Put him in there for a few mins a day until he is comfortable.If he doesn't do it after a while just give up.  

Answer 4

My hamster was the same way. She would just sit there and wonder "What the heck am I doing here?" But she got used to it eventually. Now she loves running in it. Just give him a few days. Eventually he'll run in it.  

Answer 5

i have the same problem. just give him some time. he may or may not end up liking to roll in it, it depends on the hamster i suppose. next time you have him in the ball gently roll the ball slighty (not fast or even a full rotation!) just enough to make him catch himself he may get the idea and try on his own. or he may not. dont force him if he doesnt want to.

hope this helped!