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How long do hamsters live?

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Syrians usually live on average two years, some have been known to live three or four years. Dwarfs usually live around one and half years and Roborovski usually around three years.
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In general we would say about 2 years. Like humans some may die a little earlier (say 18 months) and some may go on and on and on. We have had three hamsters live until they were 3 years old and we have heard of a few living longer again. Each hamster is an individual.
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Can syrian hamsters live together?

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No. Syrian hamsters are solitary hamsters that means they like to live alone. Housing adult Syrians together can lead lead to serious fighting and sometimes death. The only companion a Syrian hamster needs is a human friend to play with him everyday.
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Why are my hamsters teeth so long?

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Your hamsters teeth are so long because they have not been clipped by a vet. It is a simple procedure the vet will do, he will scruff your hamster and simply cut his teeth with small animal clippers, this MUST be done if you feel your hamsters teeth are too long, If it is not done, it will prevent a hamster from eating and he will starve, and could even die. You can help keep a hamsters teeth short by providing hard chews such as dog biscuits.
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Can two hamsters live in the same cage?

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You really should not keep two Syrian hamsters in the same cage. Even if a pet shop tells you that you can, they are wrong. I must point out that this applies to the large Syrian hamsters who live as individuals and are very territorial. Dwarf hamsters are communal and do live together. However, yes, in some cases it is possible to keep two same-sex hamsters together. They would need to be introduced as pups. For instance 2 brothers, 2 sisters, or mother and daughter.
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How long do they live?

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Well I guess that depends on who you talk to--Most farmers who are in the egg producing business will say 2 years. Those who are in the meat producing business will say 6 months--Those who keep birds as pets (with names) or who are not interested in maximum production of eggs, will find that chickens can live up to 8 or 10 years.
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Can hamsters see anything?

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Yes they can see something. I think that they can make out details for a couple of inches and beyond that they only seem to see big objects. One of my hamsters was able to follow my hand when I moved it several inches away from his ball. They can watch a human from across the room and will wait until the human is out of sight before running out of the room. But I have also seen hamsters sprint towards a wall or door and not see it in time to stop before hitting it.
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What's with the hamsters?

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Hamsters are cool. They're cute, and they're great at making wheels spin. They're also able to make their owners go to impressive lengths to amuse them.
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Can I keep two hamsters together?

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If you have a Syrian hamster, often called the "Teddy Bear Hamster", the answer is "no". Syrian hamsters are solitary, if you try to keep two together one will eventually kill the other. If, on the other hand, you have Campbells dwarf Russian, or Winter White Siberian hamsters the answer is "usually". If you buy a pair of young hamster siblings from the pet store then they will most likely be fine.
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Do hamsters hibernate?

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Technically it's not hibernation, but they will slow down their body functions (they become "torpid") if the room temperature of the room they are in gets unusually low, but shouldn't just go into hibernation just because it's the winter season. If your hamster reaches this state, in most cases do not to disturb them. Let them come out of it naturally. Golden hamsters become sluggish at about 14C and torpid at about 10C.
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My hamsters wheel squeeks, is there something I can do to stop it?

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Yes, you can rub a little vegetable oil on the axel where the wheel spins. You will have to do this regular as it will eventually wear away.
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Do I need to trim my hamsters nails?

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Yes, if they start to curl under. It is not recommended that you clip your hamsters claws yourself, a vet will do a fine job of completing this task. When you take your hamster to have his claws cut, ask the vet to show you how it's done. But then if you still don't feel confident doing it then don't because you could catch a quick or cut a toe off, which can be very painful for a hamster.
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How Long Do Cats Live?

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You'd think that would be a simple question, with a simple answer. Unfortunately, every source I've found gives different information: Britanica Online says the lifespan of a domestic cat in captivity is 21 years (in context, this seems to be the maximum age of the vast majority of otherwise healthy cats!!!). The Tidycat website once indicated that the average Russian Blue lives 18 years (I couldn't find a reference to persian lifespan). On the HomeArts Ask the Vet website, Dr.
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How long do brine shrimp live?

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Mono Lake Brine Shrimp have two to three generations every year, and they live for up to 6 months. They all die off by the end of the year as the water cools. Cysts hatch the following April and the cycle repeats. Click here for more on Mono Lake Brine Shrimp. top
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FAQ Alligators and Their Kin
important aspect of caring for a reptile like this is giving serious thought to how long you will have to be responsible for it. Remember that a large (1000+ lb) alligator or other crocodilian cannot be readily sold or given away, and your once "cool" pet (that you bought when you were 25) may be a bit more difficult to accommodate adequately 40 years later.
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How long do head lice live?

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Head lice live about a month after hatching. It takes about a week for an egg to mature and hatch. The nymph louse grows to maturity in about a week to ten days. This leaves about three weeks of active life in the hair.
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How Long do Danes Live?

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The average life span of most giant breeds is about 8-10 years. I know of Danes living to 10-12 years, but right now unfortunately that is the exception rather than the rule. There are a few health problems which afflict the Great Dane breed: growth problems (HOD, PANO and OCD), hip dysplasia (OFA and Penn-Hip tests), and bloat/GDV/torsion are primary concerns. Wobblers, thyroid problems, and problems with the eyes (CERF test) also appear in the breed. Se our HEALTH links for more info:
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How long does a mosquito live?

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This varies with the mosquito species and the time of the year. Some species may only live for less than a week, while others can live for several months over the winter months. (BACK)
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How Long do Morgans Live?

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Most horse will live for 20-30 years. Morgans are very long lived; many will live past 30 years if they are well cared for.
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How long do they live on Thiaoouba ?

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As long as they wish. Millions of years if they want to. And their physical bodies are forever young, because they can regenerate any cell in their bodies at will.
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How long do spiders live?

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http://www.sciencenet.org.uk/database/Biology/Original/b00054d.html says that the life span of spiders can vary from a few months to 20 years.
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How long can I live with lupus?

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Most people with lupus can live a normal life span if they are properly treated, follow their doctor's advice, and lead a healthy lifestyle.
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Heart Failure - FAQ
This is often a patient's most important question, and also the most difficult for doctors to answer. In part, medical professionals may be reluctant to discuss statistical information with a patient, regarding a topic as serious as mortality. Also, with adherence to medications and lifestyle recommendations, a patient's prognosis is often better than average. Even so, some visitors have requested some type of statistical information on mortality of heart failure.
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How long do bees live?

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Bees live for 6 weeks when gathering nectar during the summer. Their wings gradually wear away from constant activity. Those that are alive in the later fall live till spring and care for the larva hatched from eggs laid in late winter. These worker bees die before the honey flow starts again in the spring. The queen bee can live for 3-4 years.
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How long do butterflies live?

Frequently asked questions about butterflies
A butterfly is a butterfly whether is is an egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, or adult. In the same way an 8 year old person is human, a caterpillar is a butterfly.An adult butterfly, if not killed by a windshield, predator, or disease, will live from a few weeks to about nine months, depending upon the species and time of year.Some butterflies overwinter as adults, such as Monarchs migrating to Mexico and California and Mouring Cloaks which overwinter as adults.
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