Hamster

Chapter 1: What Is a Hamster?

A Misunderstood Family.

What Makes a Hamster a Rodent?

Types of Hamsters.

Chapter 2: Hamster History.

The Source.

Hamster Character.

A Revolutionary Discovery.

Hamsters in the Classroom.

Hamster-Friendly Times.

Chapter 3: Why Have a Hamster?

Why Do We Love Them?

Golden or Dwarf?

Wanted: Responsible Owners.

Part II: Caring for Your Hamster.

Chapter 4: Your Hamster's Home.

Hamster Habitats.

The Special Needs of Dwarf Hamsters.

Where to Place Your Hamster's Habitat.

How to Set Up Your Hamster's Home.

Additional Supplies.

Toys to Make a Hamster Happy.

Chapter 5: Choosing Your Hamster.

Making Preparations.

Where to Get Your New Pet.

Choosing a Healthy Hamster.

Welcoming Your New Pet Home.

Chapter 6: Day-to-Day Care and Handling.

Household Upkeep.

Hamster Grooming.

Gentle Hamster Handling.

How to Tame Your New Companion.

Chapter 7: Feeding Your Hamster.

Nutritional Needs.

Safe and Nutritious Foods.

How to Feed a Hamster.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Hamster Healthy.

Preventive Care.

Hamster Warning Signs.

Common Hamster Health Problems.

How to Handle Wet Tail.

Unexpected Pregnancy.

When It's Time to Say Good-Bye.

Part III: Enjoying Your Hamster.

Chapter 9: Your Hamster's Behavior.

Hamster Highlights.

Hamsters and Other Pets.

The Great Escape Artist.

Special Circumstances.

How to Find a Hiding Hamster.

Hamster Smarts.

Chapter 10: Having Fun with Your Hamster.

Fun with Toys.

Out and About.

Caution! Hamsters Roaming.

Sharing the Joy of Hamsters.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Hamster.

A Few Good Books.

Magazines.

On the Internet.

Index.