How Do You Breed Teddy Bear Hamsters?
The teddy bear hamster is one of the common breeds you find at the pet store. They are considered a medium-breed hamster. Not only are teddy bear hamsters cute, they make great pets are easy to breed. Obtaining a male and female around six weeks of age allows them time to become comfortable with their surroundings. Males and females should be kept in their own cages and not housed together. Teddy bear hamsters should be bred around ten weeks of age and the female should be at least 3 1/2 oz. to ensure a healthy litter. The females only have around six litters total. Keep the male and female in separate cages until you’re ready to breed them. Remove the female out of her cage using a scoop or cup. Introduce the female to the male’s cage, never the other way around. Some aggression is normal; allow it to take place. Watch to see if the female is receptive. She will arch her back and stand still with her tail raised. Do not disturb the breeding, which will last approximately 20 minutes. I
