Black Bear hamsters are a short hair hamster, they have thick black fur, white marking on their paws, and a white mark on their chests. There are many varieties of hamsters, however, this black hamster is a recent addition to the world of hamsters.

The Black Bear hamster has been bred to be more gentle than regular short hair/ long hair/ and dwarf hamsters. This quality makes them a great hamster choice for adolescents.

Hamsters are nocturnal, meaning that they are active mainly at night. It is not a good idea to wake sleeping hamsters as they may give your hand a nip! Also, hamsters are solitary animals and should be kept alone as adults.

Hamsters are clean, odorless, and entertaining pets, Hamsters have large cheek pouches that they use to transport food from one location to another.

Feeding: A high quality hamster food is recommended. As with all animals, clean, fresh water should be available at all times. While green vegetables such as lettuce and sprouts are a welcome addition to their diet, they should be served sparingly because they have a high moisture content. Recommended treats include slices of apples and carrots.

Housing and Handling: Please remember that all adult hamsters should be housed alone, they are solitary animals. Hamsters will thrive in metal cages, plastic habitats, and glass aquariums. If you do choose a glass aquarium, please remember that it does not have a lot of ventilation. Please watch that the humidity does not build too much, as the hamster needs to be in a dry environment. The decision on where to place a hamster cage should be made carefully. Hamsters require a quiet place during the day, and a place where they can be noisy in the evening. They should be kept in an area that stays cool , approx. 68 degrees, and with low humidity. Also, do not place the cage in a drafty area, or in an area with direct sunlight. A food dish is recommended, however, the hamster will just remove the food and stash it in another location. A water bottle, and a small box or house should also be in their habitat.

Also, a hamster exercise wheel is almost a necessity in order to meet the high energy level of this nocturnally active pet. As with all animals, a nervous handler will communicate this to the hamster.

Please remember that even though Black Bear hamsters are bred to be gentle, all hamsters may bite if they feel frightened, so please do your best to help your hamster feel safe.

Special Requirements: All rodents have incisor teeth that grow constantly. If not maintained, these teeth can grow to lengths that make it difficult for the animal to eat. To prevent this, an abrasive material, such as a chew bone or chew stick, should be provided to wear the teeth down.