Hamsters

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Hamsters
By Marcos Cosme
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Some Hamster Facts
Since we will be beginning our Hamster unit in
about a week, here are some facts to better
prepare yourselves for new class pet
Hamsters are apart of the rodent family, along
with mice, rats, and squirrels. They are
nocturnal animals and may bite you if you handle
them the wrong way during the day. They may be a
little grumpy.
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The hamster will be kept in a cage in the
classroom. We actually havent decided on which
cage yet for the hamster, maybe you can help us
out.
Which one did you like?
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Feeding the Hamster
We will be feeding the hamster a balanced diet
that contains the following Sunflower seeds,
nuts, dark green lettuce, vegetables, fruits,
raisins, rolled oats, cottage cheese and
yogurt. Everything a growing hamster needs to get
big and strong. And, we wont forget to give them
fresh water everyday.
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Hamster Exercise
Just like us, hamsters need exercise too. We
will be putting a wheel in the cage, as well as
buying a plastic ball so that we can watch it run
around the room. Be sure to watch the hamster
when it is in the plastic ball, so that it
doesnt wander too far!
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http//www.petwebsite.com/hamsters.asp
http//www.hamstercare.co.uk/
http//www.karelma.com/english/animals/hamsters.ht
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Resources
http//www.ddfl.org/behavior/hamsters.htm