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happyhamster
What preventative measures do you take to keep your hamster healthy?
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elusive
Just general good care really, a good, appropriate diet, hygiene , good housing with plenty of substrate & enrichment, avoiding any kind of stress as much as possible, those are the main things i think, other than being extra careful with diet for diabetes prone species there aren’t really any specific things to avoid health issues.
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RainbowBrite
I agree with all Elusive said but would add, providing a good size cage, deep bedding and plenty of enrichment. This will help reduce stress and I believe this contributes to good health.
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Not much to add to that really. Diet is important. Avoiding stress involves not overcleaning the cage and an appropriate set up 
Out of cage playpen time can be important as well, and interacting with the hamster to build a bond and trust. Hamsters vary how often they want or need out of cage time. Also keeping the cage in an appropriate environment - not under or near a draughty window where it can also get too hot from the sun, not next to a radiator or right next to the TV and a room where other pets such as cats and dogs don't go which can stress the hamster.
Cage cleaning tips, to avoid stress, can be found here
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Out of cage playpen time can be important as well, and interacting with the hamster to build a bond and trust. Hamsters vary how often they want or need out of cage time. Also keeping the cage in an appropriate environment - not under or near a draughty window where it can also get too hot from the sun, not next to a radiator or right next to the TV and a room where other pets such as cats and dogs don't go which can stress the hamster.Cage cleaning tips, to avoid stress, can be found here
Hamster cage cleaning
Tips on how to clean your hamster cage and avoid causing stress to your hamster. It's best to have plenty of depth of substrate and mainly spot clean your hamster cage. Avoid disturbing your hamster's nest and hoard.
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Also taking extra care with my own personal hygiene eg hand washing if I have a cold to reduce the chance of passing it on.
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happyhamster
Thank you everyone! We are getting our hamster next week, so this is all helpful.
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elusive
That’s great, look forward to hearing about your hamster when you get him or her.
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RainbowBrite
How exciting! Have you got the cage all set up and ready?