9781422280911

Contents Perfect pets.  08 Special requirements.  10 What is a Syrian hamster?.  14 The human link.  24 The hamster’s world.  26 Coat varieties.  32 Setting up home .  42 Playtime.  52 Finding your hamster.  58 Signs of a healthy hamster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Making friends.  66 Handling.  68 Other pets .  72 Food, glorious food.  74 Hamster care.  84 Daily tasks.  86 Weekly tasks.  88 Monthly tasks .  90