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Golden hamster
Long-haired variety of Golden Hamster. Fluffy coat resembles a teddy bear. Gentle and easy to tame, ideal for beginners.
The teddy bear hamster is a long-haired variety of the Syrian (golden) hamster (Mesocricetus auratus), developed through selective breeding for an extended coat. Adults measure 15–20 cm and weigh 100–150 g. Males develop notably longer coats (5–6 cm) than females, creating the plush, stuffed-animal appearance that gives the variety its name. Their behavioral characteristics mirror those of the standard Syrian hamster: strictly solitary, territorial, and primarily nocturnal. They should always be housed individually. Coat care is an added responsibility compared to short-haired Syrians: bedding material must be smooth to avoid tangling, and weekly brushing is recommended. The lower back area is particularly prone to mat formation. Housing requires a cage of at least 45 cm width with a 20 cm diameter wheel. Optimal temperature is 20–26 °C. Common health concerns include wool block, tumors, and diabetes. Lifespan is 2–3 years.
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Origen
northern Syria (selectively bred variety of the golden hamster)
Esperanza de vida
2-3 years
Tamaño
15-20cm / 100-150g
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Humedad
40〜60%
Hamster pellets, seeds, vegetables, small amounts of fruit
45cm+ wide. Use bedding that won't tangle long fur
Regular brushing needed for long coat. Watch for mats
Very gentle. Easy to hand-tame and enjoys interaction
Long fur catches waste easily. Keep rear area clean
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
La temperatura ideal para Teddy Bear Hamster es 18〜26℃. La humedad recomendada es 40〜60%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
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La esperanza de vida promedio de Teddy Bear Hamster es 2-3 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Teddy Bear Hamster típicamente alcanza 15-20cm / 100-150g como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Teddy Bear Hamster se alimenta de: Hamster pellets, seeds, vegetables, small amounts of fruit. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Teddy Bear Hamster varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.