What to do about hamster bites, abscesses are often the result of neglected trauma or lack of proper care. Once an abscess (a lump filled with fluid) forms, a visit to the veterinarian must be taken to open the abscess and drain the pus. Broken Limbs and Fractures Hamsters can break or get sprained for a variety of reasons, including falling from a height, fighting with a partner, and having too long claws. It is manifested as reluctance to move, and the injured foot is always raised during activities. If the spine is injured, the lower body may be paralyzed. The hamster’s paws should be trimmed regularly to avoid injury. When holding a hamster, be careful not to let it trip over the side of the cage and cause a fracture. If there is a fracture in the limb, it is best to follow the advice of the veterinarian, do not wrap or splint, because these things will be bitten by the hamster and affect the healing of the limb.
If the amputated limb is still being dragged around or appears red and swollen, seek immediate veterinary help. Scratching and Biting Hamsters with minor bites should be kept in a separate cage and they will lick their wounds clean and heal quickly. For more severe bites, use blunt scissors to trim the hair around the wound to prevent the cut hair from falling into the wound. The scissors should also be wetted so that the hair does not stick to the scissors. After the hair is cut, wash the wound with a saline solution or hydrogen peroxide and apply a good quality antibiotic ointment. Seek immediate medical attention if infection and purulence are found.
