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Expertise
Syrian hamsters are my specialty, however, I have kept Campbells,Winter Whites and gerbils in the past. I can advise on most subjects associated with hamsters, including housing, bedding, feeding, handling, new borns and catching escapees. I have had some experience of various health problems with hamsters and can offer my opinion and advice on basic health issues, however I am not a qualified vet and therefore cannot recommend drugs etc. My website is www.thehamstersite.com
Experience in the area
I have been keeping hamsters and other small animals for more than 12 years. My favourites are Syrian hamsters and I foster litters and 'difficult' hamsters for a rescue centre. My job is to tame hamsters ready for re-homing, which is extremely rewarding. I also enjoy looking after new litters and raising the pups. I have co-written a book on hamsters with my local vet and have a website: www.thehamstersite.com
Publications
Hamsters in Sickness and in Health - Sheila Adby and Dan O'Neill ISBN186163218-5 (Capall Bann Publishing)
Education/Credentials
Educated to A Level standard in the UK.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikki | 02/08/12 | 7 | 9 | 10 | |
| nicholas | 02/07/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Sheila your advice was comforting, Selly ..... |
| kay | 02/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks i feel a lot better now ..... |
| nicholas | 02/02/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for taking the ..... |
| Nancy | 01/06/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much. You have given ..... |
Recent Answers from Sheila Adby
2012-02-08 Syrian Hamster - Growth on corner of mouth:
Hi Charles Thanks for your question and photo. It is difficult to know for sure what this is. Hamsters can get lumps and bumps - they can injure themselves and develop abscesses or have cysts.
2012-02-08 My hamster, Doodle, is sick :(:
Hi Nikki I'm sorry to hear that Doodle is sick. These types of symptoms could point to a cold, or an allergic reaction to something. Usually with allergic reaction to beddings/surroundings the
2012-02-02 gaging:
Hi Nicholas I was really sorry to hear about Selly. It is very sad that she died so young. Sometimes it is difficult to know what is wrong with a hamster when they fall ill - especially as they deteriorate
2012-02-02 milk:
Hi Eika Cows milk is OK for adult hamsters, however, the problem with giving milk is that if it starts to turn sour it can make them very sick. I never give my hamsters milk on its own - sometimes I
2012-02-01 gaging:
Hi Nicholas Thanks for your question. I'm sorry to hear that your hamster isn't well. How is she today? You haven't said how old she is. The only time I've seen this is with old hamsters, or those
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