Comprehensive Guide to Caring for Your Hamster: Expert Tips for a Healthy, Happy Pet

Many people think of hamsters as pets for children, because they are so small and cute. However hamsters are nocturnal by nature and therefore do not fit too well into a child's timetable. Hamsters are also not always too pleased to be woken up in the daytime and can give a nip if you touch them [source: ASPCA]. But if you do decide to have a hamster, here's how to care for it.