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Campbell's Hamster: More commonly found in pet stores than other dwarf species of hamsters, the Campbell’s has a plump round body and fur that’s short, soft and thick. Males are larger than females. This species is often confused with the Dwarf Winter White Russian Hamster. More >> |
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Chinese Hamster: The Chinese hamster is small, but it’s not a true dwarf species. It’s not commonly found in pet stores, and some areas place restrictions on keeping it. Because of its slender body and tail, it’s described as ratlike or mouselike. More >> |
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Hamster : Hamsters are nocturnal pets that tend to be more fun to watch than to hold. These lively 3- to 4-ounce rodents originated from arid regions in the Mid-East and Asia. Five species are commonly kept as pets. More >> |
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Roborovski Hamster: The smallest of the dwarf hamsters, the Roborovski is a desert dweller in its natural habitat. In color, it’s sandy brown with a white belly and white markings over its eyes. More >> |
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Syrian Hamster: A rodent with a desert origin, the Syrian hamster is the most commonly kept pet hamster. It has golden-brown fur that fades to a paler shade on the belly and dark markings that run from the jaw up the cheek to the ear. More >> |
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Winter White Hamster: Uncommon in pet stores, the Dwarf Winter White hamster is distinguished by its curved spine, prominent eyes and furry feet. It’s dark gray in color with a black stripe along the back and white belly fur. True to its name, the fur often lightens to white during winter. More >> |
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