How do you take care of hamster's nails and do you need to trim them?
Most of the time, our hamsters are experts at keeping their paws in check. They're like tiny self-grooming machines and through natural activities such as climbing, grooming, digging, foraging, your hamster's nails should be in a good shape.
In fact, 9 of out 10 hamsters don’t need help with their nails at all.
But just in case, here are some pro tips to help you prevent any paw-dicaments!
Rough rocks, slates and terracotta
If hamsters could talk, they'd totally squeak about how much they adore their bumpy rocks, slates, and terracotta. These natural mini gyms help keep them in shape and the surfaces will help them keep their nails trimmed. Just make sure that those rocks aren't too rough or have sharp edges, or they might hurt your little furball's paws.
Hardy Hardy Wood
Aspen, grapevine, maple, oak, and any other hardwood are great for hamsters to climb, crawl, and dig their nails into. You can also add some wooden bridges or towers for your hamster to scuttle around on. They'll love the extra challenge, and you'll love how cute they look, crawling around like tiny lumberjacks.
Sea Grass Mat
Watch your tiny, furry Spider-Man in action by adding a sea grass mat to their habitat. They are perfect for providing a safe and natural way for hamsters to climb and play. The texture of the seagrass provides a good grip for their tiny paws, making it easy for them to climb up and down, and nothing makes them happier than a good climbing session.
Check out, Hamster Lodge™'s 100% natural and pesticide-free handmade seagrass mat. They are perfect for providing a healthy and eco-friendly environment for your pet.
The spa experience
Rolling around in sand is fun to watch. Not only it helps to give them a good clean, it also help give them a good mani-pedicure. As your furry friend burrows and digs in the sand, the rough texture will gradually wear down their nails to a healthy length.
Unopened Walnuts
Throw in an uncracked walnut! Not only will it provide your furry friend with a fun and stimulating activity, its rough shell will also help to naturally file down their nails.
It's like getting a mani-pedi while snacking on a healthy treat. Just make sure they don't go nuts and eat the whole walnut because they are high in fat. So make sure you supervise their walnut consumption and remove any potential choking hazards walnut bits.
If you really do need to trim a hamster's nails, try using a slanted nail clipper or a baby nail clipper. They're way easier to use than pet scissors, but only if you're feeling confident and your fur ball is chill with you holding their paws without squirming.
The ultimate nail technicians
And if you don't feel comfortable trimming your hamster's nails, don't worry!
Run to your vet tech. It takes skill, precision, and a lot of guts to trim those tiny nails without causing any harm and they will be great at it.
Here's a list of clinics that cater to small animals.
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