Hamsters don't like to be picked up suddenly, especially when they are not prepared for it. Hamsters are very sensitive animals. Sudden contact can startle and make them feel uneasy, and they may even bite. The correct way to pick up a hamster is to attract its attention from the front, slowly extend your hand, let the hamster climb onto it by itself, and then gently grasp it with one hand while supporting the hamster's body with the other hand.
In addition, hamsters also don't like to be picked up in the following situations:
When they are hungry: When hamsters are hungry, they don't have the strength and won't be willing to be picked up.
When there are strange odors on your hands: Hamsters have a very keen sense of smell. Strange odors on your hands may make them feel uneasy or disgusted.
When they are nervous: Don't pick up hamsters when they are nervous, engaged in a fight, or pregnant. Otherwise, you may be attacked.
In order to establish a better relationship with hamsters, you can adopt the following methods:
Let the hamster get used to the environment: First, let the hamster freely explore in the cage to gradually build trust.
Gentle contact: After the hamster gets used to it, you can gently stroke them, but be careful not to use too much force or move suddenly.
Control the time: Don't hold the hamster for too long each time to avoid making it feel oppressed and uneasy.