How do you get rid of a hamster?

Contact Shelters and Pet Rescues

Call around and find out if you have an animal shelter or pet rescue facility in your area that will either take your hamster or help you network with other animal lovers to find the right new home for him.

Where can I take my hamster if I don't want it?

Call your local shelter. Some shelters will accept small pets too. Be prepared to bring them the cage and all other associated equipment so they'll be able to keep your hamster while waiting for adopters. Talk to your veterinarian.

Can you let a hamster into the wild?

The terrain is very different than the hamster cage bedding they've known, meaning they wouldn't be able to dig for warmth or safety. Releasing hamsters into the wild is likely illegal, as well. Animal cruelty laws protect pets from such treatment.

Will PetSmart take my hamsters?

Can I Return Live Animals? Yes. If you've ever walked around a PetSmart store you know they sell critters like snakes, iguanas, mice, rats, hamsters, and other cool creatures. If you find yourself in a situation where you need to return one of these animals you have 14 days from date of purchase to do so.

Can you throw a hamster away?

Bury the hamster in an out-of-the-way plot, at least three feet deep, to ensure that it won't be unearthed by other animals. Alternatively, dispose of the hamster in the garbage. Be sure your local zoning laws allow this type of burial.

Hamster Dos

Can I bury my hamster in my backyard?

Bury your hamster.

You will need to dig a deep grave for your hamster and fill it in properly to prevent any birds or animals from disturbing it. Dig a hole as deep as you can to place your hamster inside of it. Try to dig at least two feet down.

How do you say goodbye to a hamster?

Burial is a practical option and an excellent way to give yourself a moment to say goodbye properly to your lost furry one. While cremation doesn't have much hassle and the most go-to-choice for most hamster owners. You can schedule it with a vet. Although there might be a waiting time, it shouldn't pose a problem.

Can I sell my hamster to a pet store?

A pet store may accept the return of a hamster if you bring it home and quickly discover that you can't care for it.

Can I give my hamster back to Petco?

Our return policy is simple – if you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return it to any of our Petco or Unleashed by Petco stores or to one of our petco.com warehouses within 30 days of purchase.

What is PetSmart's return policy?

Receipts are valid for 60 days from date of purchase. If a purchase is paid with cash, a refund will be issued in cash. If a purchase is paid by check, a refund will be issued with a merchandise return card or cash following a 10-day waiting period from the date of sale for the appropriate amount.

Will my hamster survive outside?

Hamsters are not equipped to survive in the wild. They are bred to live indoors, in cages, and would have a very difficult time fending for themselves if left loose. In fact, is unlikely that a pet hamster left loose would know how to find food.

How long will a hamster survive outside?

Hammies do survive for a few days with no food or water. But I don't think you'll want to find out just how much your hamster can last like that. Best to have someone to take care of him, even if it's just giving him food and changing the water. 14.

Can I let my hamster roam free?

There is also a higher possibility of them getting stuck in gaps such as in between cupboards, or underneath furniture. However, as long as your hamster is easy to handle, or your room is hamster-proofed, it is okay to let your hamsters free roam regardless of species.

Can hamsters squeeze under doors?

An overweight hamster showed some impressive determination to fit through a tiny gap under a door. The chubby pet spent just under 60 seconds looking for the right opening before finally deciding to just 'go for it'.

What does PetSmart do with unsold animals?

What happens to pet store puppies who aren't sold? As with other unsold inventory, they go on sale. Stores buy puppies for a fraction of what they charge their customers.

How old are hamsters from pet stores?

Most hamsters seen at pet stores are quite young, and even Syrian (also known as golden) hamsters can be kept together at a young age. Usually, by the time these rodents reach about 8 to 10 weeks old, they must be separated before serious fighting, sometimes to the death, occurs.

What happens to returned pets at PetSmart?

It is recommended that you have the original method of payment, the receipt or similar proof of purchase, a form of ID, and the product to return the item to PetSmart. You will receive your PetSmart refund via the original method of payment you used to purchase.

What do you do with a hamster?

How do vets euthanize hamsters?

Smaller pets such as Guinea Pigs, Mice, Hamsters etc are often anaesthetised first of all using an inhaled anaesthetic gas which they can just breath in mixed with oxygen. Once they are fully unconscious the same injection is then given directly into their abdomen or chest.

How much does it cost to have a hamster put down?

Euthanasia, which is putting your hamster to sleep, costs about $75 to $150, depending on facility pricing. Many times, hamsters don't show signs of sickness until it's very advanced.

How do you put a hamster to sleep?

Play with your hamster during the early evening.

If your hamster wants to sleep, let it, but as soon as it's awake again, continue playing with it. This may incline your hamster to stay up more during the day, since it will enjoy the play and attention, and the hamster may then be tired out and sleep better at night.

What are the signs of hamsters dying?

Hamster dying symptoms

Hamster not eating or drinking: lack of appetite is one of the most frequent symptoms of diseases in hamsters. A dying hamster will not show interest in eating food or drinking water. You may also notice rapid or marked weight loss as well as signs of dehydration.

How long before a hamster smells after death?

Do hamsters smell when they die? Hamsters will start to smell after they die, but not straight away. The length of time this can take depends on the temperature of the room. In most houses, it will take three days before the smell becomes really bad.