What does it mean when a hamster is sleeping a lot?

Hamsters are nocturnal so will sleep during the day and will be awake at night. Other possibilities are that your hamster is hibernating if the environment is too cold. However, oversleeping in hamsters can be the sign of a medical problem and if suspected, they should be taken to the vet immediately.

Why shouldnt you wake a sleeping hamster?

Hamsters are “crepuscular” animals, meaning that they are most active during low-light hours at dawn and dusk. As such, your hamster may spend a great deal of time asleep while you are awake. Avoid waking your hamster when he is in a very deep sleep during the middle part of the day.

Is it normal for a hamster to sleep for 12 hours?

This way, if you know that most hamsters will sleep during the day between six and eight hours per day. And your pet hamster is sleeping for 12 hours at a stretch or is sleeping day and night, you can decide when it is time to call your veterinarian and schedule an exam.

Should I wake my hamster up?

Hamsters are nocturnal and sometimes will wake up very late at night. Maybe try just ruffling the bedding in her cage next to her hide house (if she has one). Another idea is to wake her up with a treat. Just make sure not to disturb her.

How long should a hamster sleep?

Hamsters usually sleep for about 12-14 hours a day1 but, unlike humans who typically sleep once a day, hamsters have polyphasic sleep-wake patterns. This means that they sleep multiple times a day so this 12-14 hours will be broken up into smaller segments throughout the day.

Is it OK if my hamster sleeps at night?

Re: Hamster sleeping at night? It’s totally normal, charcobain. What kind of hamster do you have? Most hamsters are crepuscular (not nocturnal) which means they’re usually most active soon after sunset, and right before sunrise.

Do hamsters get mad?

Hamsters are small but vocal creatures, and if yours is angry about something, he’ll let you know. Hissing and squeaking are the extent of his vocabulary, but they say it all: he’s agitated. While squeaking is also typical of a frightened or nervous hamster, hissing is an unmistakable sign of anger.