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I think my hamster is dying 😢

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Onedaysomeday2023 · 29/04/2023 21:55

Hammy is two and a half. When i went ro feed him earlier i found him next to his water bottle stiff and cold but still breathing and eyes open. When i went to pick him up he moved his head up a little but not alot. I moved him into his bed.

I have decided that if he is the same come morning i will pts at the vets.

Anyone know how long it will take? or did anyone's hammy make a full recovery?

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pinedpiper · 29/04/2023 21:59

I don't know what how long the process is but can you pick him up and hold him so he's with someone.

CakeBeautifulCake · 29/04/2023 22:00

Is he very tame? I had this with a gerbil and I laid him on my chest and held him. I can't remember how long it took but I held him for atleast an hour and he lived for another two years. I think the warmth brought him round.

Makingamess4212 · 29/04/2023 22:01

Hamsters only live around 2-3 years. I wouldn't waste your money on a vet. Just keep it warm and comfortable before it passes.

MedievalMadness · 29/04/2023 22:01

How very sad OP. 2.5 is a good age for a hamster. It sounds as if the poor little soul is actively dyIng bless him. I think you are making the right decision if he’s the same tomorrow but if there was anyway I could I’d get him to the vet tonight to make sure he’s not suffering. Really feel for you and your little guy.

Beamur · 29/04/2023 22:01

Two and a half is a decent age for a hamster. Once they go downhill like this, the end is usually imminent.
I think leaving them somewhere warm and safe overnight is fine but I doubt you will need to go to the vets in the morning.

Hungrycaterpillarsmummy · 29/04/2023 22:03

Hamsters do hibernate. We buried my hamster and then I found this out so please make sure it's not just sleeping!

Feel for you. Poor hammy

Hungrycaterpillarsmummy · 29/04/2023 22:04

Signs same as what you describe

I think my hamster is dying 😢
Aylestone · 29/04/2023 22:08

I’ve had many hamsters since I was little and been through this a few times. Ime they go very quickly when they’re like this. I’ve always had mine super tame and held them in my hands as they went. If yours likes to be cuddled I’d do that if you can bear it :/ otherwise I’d place it somewhere warm while it passes

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Onedaysomeday2023 · 29/04/2023 22:15

He's happier being left alone. Never managed to tame him. He was too much a free spirit. He would literally hiss at us !!! Didn't even know that was possible 😳

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Onedaysomeday2023 · 29/04/2023 23:30

He's dead 😞

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Crabbity · 29/04/2023 23:33

Really sorry OP. Sounds like he had a cosy, comfortable end just where he liked to be though.

DiddlyDoris · 29/04/2023 23:34

😔 sorry to hear this, poor Hammy. Rest peacefully little hamster x
Sounds like you were a caring owner so Hammy would have had a good life x

MedievalMadness · 30/04/2023 09:07

So sorryOneday. That’s so sad. RIP little hammy. 💐

Hungrycaterpillarsmummy · 30/04/2023 17:04

Oh I'm sorry @Onedaysomeday2023
That is a shame
Night night wee hammy

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