Can someone please clarify how to use the ice pack method? It says to put it inside a plastic bag to collect the condensation.... Do you then place it inside the cage? Wouldn't the hamster chew on the plastic bag?
I tried placing an ice pack on the outside of the cage. After 10 minutes, you could really feel the coldnes seeping through the plastic which was great, but it was also slightly damp which isn't so great. I've also tried putting a ceramic mug in the freezer for a while, but again it starts to get damp after a few minutes in the cage. Maybe the marble slab is the best option.
Will Hot or Cold weather affect my hamster?
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SyrianPumpkin
, Dec 21 2011 08:30 PM
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Posted 16 September 2016 - 02:33 AM
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Posted 21 September 2016 - 10:07 PM
great info thank you so much! I love this post!
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Posted 14 February 2017 - 12:49 PM
This really helped, thank you so much. My hamster is still recovering from his 'winter' state. I'll try to make my room much warmer, and I was so worried I was about to return him back to the store, so thank you! 😊
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Posted 25 April 2017 - 06:16 PM
Wow, great post! I used to live in somewhere very humid, so I could have used these tips then! Well done!! 
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Posted 02 February 2018 - 06:15 PM
This is a really helpful post!Thanks for giving me information!
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Posted 10 May 2018 - 06:13 AM
This is very good information! Thank you for sharing this!
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Posted 22 February 2019 - 03:46 AM
i live in western new york and it does'nt really get above 75F but in the winter it gets like below 0F sometimes is this a good enviroment?
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Posted 22 February 2019 - 04:15 AM
i live in western new york and it does'nt really get above 75F but in the winter it gets like below 0F sometimes is this a good enviroment?
I live in Michigan so I understand the cold issue. As long as you keep the hamster in a warmish area in the house with no drafts it should be fine. I try to make sure the tank is by an inside wall (not close to windows or frequently used doors). Don't put the tank/cage too close to a heat vent as even warm drafts aren't really great. I try to keep my house at between 65-68 F, but during that polar vortex thing, it got as low as 60F even with extra measures taken. All critters slept a bit more than usual, but were fine. If you are worried about it, you can always add extra bedding and some toilet roll to snuggle in.
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Posted 22 February 2019 - 10:19 AM
thanks for the reply i dont have a hamster yet but im looking into getting one
