We bet you never knew these things about owning a a hamster.

If you have young children, chances are you get weekly, if not daily, requests for a pet. While a family cat or dog is a right of passage for many, it can be a lot of responsibility for children who ...

Hamsters are small, cuddly balls of fur enjoyed by many families and experts say they're perfect pets for inexperienced owners. "They are really a pet, just like any other," said Tony Adler, ...

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