my dwarf hamster gave birth to 6 babies 9 days ago last night she pushed them away she did not bother with them til this morning but only for a little bit what can i do to insure they are getting enough to eat (the babies) please help
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Experienced Advisor Selena Carnell says:
February 27th, 2008 at 09:50 PM
I think the best thing you can do is leave them to get on with it, if you disturb them the mum may actually kill the babies.
I'm not sure whether you would be able to hand rear dwarf hamsters, they can be temperamental at the best of times.
Best of luck.
Selena Carnell
Veterinary Nurse
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