How old are the hamsters you sell?
The hamsters at Elmer's are about 6 weeks old.

How long do hamsters live?
They generally live between 2 and 3 years.

How many hamsters should I buy?
Hamsters are solitary animals and are best kept as singles.

What is the gestation period and number of young?
Gestation only lasts 16 days, and about 6 babies are born at a time.

What do hamsters eat?
A fresh hamster feed mix should be their staple diet.  This can be supplemented with alfalfa cubes, carrot slims, oats and sunflower seeds.

Why do hamsters make great pets?
These furry little creatures are very popular pets.  They are hardy, easy to care for and very entertaining.  Hamsters can be kept in relatively small quarters and are good pets for children with limited budgets.  They are clean, noiseless and their cage requires little maintenance.  During vacation, they can be left for several days without requiring care.

For more information, see Elmer's Hamster Care Pamphlet

Panda bear hamsters have the beautiful coloration of a panda bear