<![CDATA[How to Take Care of a Hamster - Mahalo]]> http://www.mahalo.com//how-to-take-care-of-a-hamster en-US Tue, 2 Jun 2009 05:53:59 UTC contact@mahalo.com contact@mahalo.com <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' Swelling, painful lumps under the skin; may appear as if it has food in its cheeks.Animal Health Center: Hamsters: Medical Concerns About.com: Hamster Health]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' Hair loss.Ask The Vet: Hamster Illnesses and Diseases]]> <![CDATA['''Treatment:''' Consult your veterinarian.Animal Health Center: Hamsters: Medical Concerns]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' sneezing, runny eyes and nose, wheezing, labored breathing.About.com: Hamster Health]]> <![CDATA['''Causes:''' Virus.Pet Web Site: Hamster Health: Colds]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' WeaknessAsk The Vet: Hamster Illnesses and Diseases]]> <![CDATA['''Treatment:''' Fluid replacement, antidiarrheal medication, and/or antibiotics.Animal Health Center: Hamsters: Medical Concerns Do '''not''' rely on over-the-counter medications.Pet Web Site: Hamster Health]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' Very fluidy diarrhea; loss of appetite; lethargy; ruffled coat; wet, soiled anal area and tail; increased irritability and/or hunched posture.About.com: Hamster Health Animal Health Center: Ham]]> <![CDATA['''Warning:''' Death can occur within 24 to 48 hours.Pet Web Site: Hamster Health: Wet Tail Animal Health Center: Hamsters: Medical Concerns Seek veterinary attention immediately.]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' Feces appears light colored, soft and watery. The anus may become dirty.The Pet Web Site: Hamster Health: Diarrhoea]]> <![CDATA['''Causes:''' Most commonly caused by overfeeding vegetables and other fresh food. It can also be caused by infection, diet changes, and antibiotics.About.com: Hamster Health]]> <![CDATA['''Symptoms:''' Sudden death or long-term weight loss.Ask The Vet: Hamster Illnesses and Diseases]]> <![CDATA['''Causes:''' Bacteria transmitted on fresh fruits and vegetables.Animal Health Center: Hamsters: Medical Concerns]]>