Second chance hamsters

[Member ID2]

The small Savic Orbital has arrived so i moved the saucer near the MouseBro and put the Orbital in. Lawrence's face appeared to check on the commotion but he didn't surface. It's a totally different wheel, enclosed with a wide running track and a lot slower. I expect he'll ignore it.

I also replaced the small ceramic hide on the shelf with a big one and filled it with sand but left the big sand jar in.

 

[elusive]

He’s got plenty of choice now! It’ll be interesting to see if he does use the new wheel.

 

[Member ID2]

I sat and watched Lawrence for well over an hour last night where he used the MouseBro only. He run better though and hardly fell out while i was there.
This morning there is evidence that he has been in the Orbital but it's clean so he didn't scent or run in it. I'll give it a week but if he doesn't use i'll take it out again.

 

[Member ID2]

Busy washing.

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[RainbowBrite]

What a clean boy you are Lawrence.

 

[elusive]

Doing a very thorough job there Lawrence!

 

[Coco61]

There’s a chap who likes to look his best each day!

 

[Member ID2]

As i've said before, i'm not a fan of online shopping and avoid it wherever possible. I've just contacted ebay to let them know that the Savic Orbital wheel was described as 21cm but a 18cm wheel arrived.

 

[RainbowBrite]

As i've said before, i'm not a fan of online shopping and avoid it wherever possible. I've just contacted ebay to let them know that the Savic Orbital wheel was described as 21cm but a 18cm wheel arrived.

Sadly some sellers do put incorrect information in their listings. You will be entitled for a refund.

 

[Member ID2]

Sadly some sellers do put incorrect information in their listings. You will be entitled for a refund.

18cm is okish for a small Robo as a second wheel so i'm not opting for a refund.

I rarely shop on ebay or etsy (due to disturbing adverts) and quit Amazon ages ago because of their inflated prices. Recently i have had three consecutive, negative experiences. Ebay sent me a routine feedback requests email which i replied to accordingly.

I need to find out if there is a 21cm Savic Orbital described as a medium size. Maybe they sent me the wrong one or the seller tried to pass off a small wheel as a medium one. If that is the case, i'll send it back.

 

[RainbowBrite]

There does seem to be a 21cm wheel according to what I have seen.

Savic Orbital Silent Exercise Wheel Medium

Savic Orbital Silent Exercise Wheel Medium Revolutionary wheel recommended for mice, dwarf hamsters and hamsters. The exercise wheel with stand has a wide running surface and is very silent. Thanks to the half-closed design of the wheel, it is much safe

www.scarlettsratessentials.co.uk

I really feel for you because you have had bad experiences. I only shop online and rarely have bad experiences.

 

[elusive]

You have been unfortunate lately Beryl, it’s a real shame as shopping online is usually pretty good, must be very frustrating, do you check the sellers rating on ebay? It’s always worth having a look & at least you do have the ebay money back guarantee if things aren’t right.
I don’t use Ebay or Etsy often but they’ve been ok when I have.
Amazon can be ridiculously over priced on some things but I often find things the same as elsewhere or cheaper.
Maybe it’s what you’re used to though, I don’t have shops nearby so rely on online shopping entirely!

 

[Member ID2]

Yes, they sent me the wrong wheel. I ordered the 21cm and they sent me the 18cm. I thought it looked small but wasn't aware at the time that the green dwarf hamster ones come in two sizes. Now i'm wondering if i can be bothered returning it after the time consuming carry on with the wrong paint .

No, i don't check ratings because i'm not convinced they are genuine.

 

[elusive]

Did you measure the wheel itself or the wheel with the stand Beryl, I had a look on the Savic website & on there it only has two sizes 21cm & 32cm so I’m wondering if you did get the right one?

 

[Member ID2]

I measured the wheel only which is 18cm. I have the blue 32cm one and thought the lime green one was 21cm. I had never heard of a 18cm one.
I am in contact with the seller who asked me to send a photo that shows the measurement.

I've never had issues when i buy directly from a compnay online but will avoid ebay in future.

 

[elusive]

I was just thinking maybe the 21cm refers to the wheel with the stand.

 

[Member ID2]

I was just thinking maybe the 21cm refers to the wheel with the stand.

That is possible and i never thought of that.

 

[elusive]

Nor did I until I was looking at wheels earlier!

 

[Member ID2]

My job is varied and today i supported someone to adopt a hamster from the adoption tank of a well known petshop.
The hamster was described and sold as a female Syrian with a girlie name.

Hamster is longhaired and very friendly so climbed up new mum's arm with me happily watching. Oh well, this girl had balls and i have no idea how anybody could have mistaken this boy for a girl!

It makes me wonder if petshops actually give hamsters they take in a health check like they say they do.

 

[RainbowBrite]

I am suspicious of that myself. I also wonder if they make up a 'rescue story' about the hamster.

It is lovely the hamster has found a loving home and thankfully you were able to tell the person the hamster is male.