Source: Wikimedia Commons
Source: Wikimedia Commons
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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Origem
northern Syria (selectively bred variety of the golden hamster)
Expectativa de vida
2-3 years
Tamanho
15-20cm / 100-150g
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Umidade
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 é uma espécie amigável para iniciantes. Não é necessário equipamento especial ou experiência, e pode ser mantida com sucesso com uma configuração básica de cuidados.
A temperatura ideal para Teddy Bear Hamster é 18〜26℃. A umidade recomendada é 40〜60%. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Teddy Bear Hamster é 2-3 years. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Teddy Bear Hamster normalmente atinge 15-20cm / 100-150g quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Teddy Bear Hamster se alimenta de: Hamster pellets, seeds, vegetables, small amounts of fruit. Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
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