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They do prefer to have a soft place to sleep. This can be done with a towel, straw, or a blanket. Most importantly, they like an enclosed place to sleep - like in a box. I hope that helps and all is well with Fluffy.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Unfortunately this is a very difficult habit to break in a multi dog household where chew toys and puzzle feeders cannot be given to occupy their natural instinct to chew and play. Increasing exercise levels and feeding a higher fiber, lower protein food can help with some destructive behaviours but I would look at using less destructible bedding - solid plastic tub beds with cotton or fleece (not filled/padded beds) are less enticing to chew and destroy
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Thank you for using Boop by Petco! It is definitely a good idea to separate your hamsters to avoid fighting. While a running wheel or ball are great activities it doesn’t necessarily meet a hamster’s normal behavior to burrow. I recommend providing plenty of nesting material in both cages. You can also provide various tubes that encourage further burrowing or huts that allow for hiding and establishing a territory. I hope this helps and am happy to answer any other questions you have!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
If the sleeping arrangements work well right now then I would probably stay with what works. If you decide to switch, and it doesn’t work out well you can always go Back to a crate at night, but it will probably take several night of retraining. I am a Tim believer in staying with what works! Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Thanks for reaching out about your hamster. Vocalization during sleeping could be a sign of respiratory disease that could be causing difficulty berthing. Monitor appetite and water intake, but a veterinary visit is recommended. Hamsters ask slightly prone to heart disease also, which can cause respiratory problems. Supplying supplemental heat might help. Good luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025