The first pet I remember from my childhood was a little white hamster I named Hammy Baby. He had the requisite wheel, toys, bedding, etc., recommended by the pet store to keep him happy, but his goal ...

Hamsters are cute, mostly low-maintenance pets, so they’re often a go-to choice for parents looking to quell pleas for pets from little ones. While it’s true that hamsters are a lot less work than a ...

Hamsters, the rodents belonging to the subfamily Cricetinae, have long been cherished as small pets suitable for children to keep. And although hamsters can eat a variety of things, some foods are far ...

If you’re considering a small, furry companion, chances are you’ve thought about both hamsters and gerbils. At first glance, they may seem quite similar, but their personalities, care needs, and ...

Kids are going ga-ga for these cuddly, robotic hamsters known as Zhu Zhu pets. Nov. 20, 2009— -- "Zhu Zhu Pets are everywhere!" -- or so goes their catchy jingle. Come Christmas morning, ...