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By pet-admin, May 1, 2009 9:46 pm

Gestation for hamsters is about 16 days for Syrian hamsters and about 18 days for dwarf hamsters. But unless you were present during the mating and know the exact day that it occurred, you may not know for sure when your female got pregnant. Often, it is not obvious until a few days before she is ready to give birth.

But if you suspect that your female hamster is pregnant, leave her alone and do not handle her. It is not a good time to be picking her up, petting her or trying to play with her. She will be uncomfortable and protective, and may bite as a result. You also risk injuring her or the babies, especially if she is resistant to being picked up and tries to get away or jump out of your hand.

As a matter of fact, one of the signs that she may be pregnant is if her behavior changes and she resists being picked up and handled. She may also become aggressive toward her mate, so it is important to keep them separated.

So instead of handling her, nurture her and the babies by providing good nutrition and a safe, healthy environment while she is pregnant. This is a good time to make sure she gets plenty of fresh water and fresh veggies and fruit, and healthy protein like fresh cooked meat, hard boiled eggs or tofu.
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