Below is a summary of the gentlest hamster breeds and their characteristics, compiled from multiple sources for your reference:
1. Djungarian Hamster (Campbell's Dwarf Hamster)
Traits: Gentle in temperament, highly adaptable, and easy to build trust with their owners. Wild - colored Djungarian hamsters (such as Sapphire Hamsters) are particularly docile, making them suitable for novice keepers.
Rearing Tips: Basic cage equipment and a balanced diet are sufficient. Avoid sudden scares when interacting with them.
2. Pudding Hamster
Traits: With light yellow fur resembling pudding, they are lazy and affectionate, and enjoy quiet interactions. Their round body shape makes them ideal for keepers who love "cute - style" pets.
Rearing Notes: They tend to gain weight easily, so it is necessary to control their food intake and avoid high - sugar foods.
3. Silver Fox Hamster
Traits: They have silvery - white fur with a gray dorsal stripe, high intelligence, and can be trained to perform simple actions. However, they have a relatively weak physique and require more careful care.
Interaction Tips: Interact gently with them every day and avoid excessive disturbance.
4. Syrian Hamster (Golden Hamster)
Traits: Featuring golden fur, they are lively and curious, and enjoy using running wheels and being petted on the palm by their owners. Their temperament becomes stable when they reach adulthood, making them suitable for family rearing.
Rearing Tips: They need a relatively large activity space, and it is recommended to keep them in separate cages.
5. Roborovski Hamster ("Grandpa" Hamster)
Traits: The smallest in size, with dark - colored fur, they are lively yet gentle. They are suitable for observant keepers, who need to be patient to build trust with them.
Note: Due to their small size, they should not be kept together with large pets.
Selection Recommendations
For Novices: Prioritize Djungarian Hamsters or Pudding Hamsters, as they are low in rearing difficulty.
For High Interaction Needs: Silver Fox Hamsters or Syrian Hamsters, as they have strong trainability.
For Special Preferences: Roborovski Hamsters are suitable for keepers who like small and lively pets.
(Note: In actual rearing, individual temperaments may vary slightly due to differences in the environment.)