Fur

[maxx126]

Fur of my dwarf hamster are completely gone in some parts on his body as if these parts were shaved (no wounds, nothing seems bad just no fur). I wonder what could be the reason for this? Any Ideas?

Thank You

[SapphireWolf]

I would take your hamster to the vet. This is how one of my dwarf hamsters started out. Then, he started having all these weird symptoms. By the time I found a small animal vet, it was too late for him, he's dead now. I'm not saying yours is going to die, just please take him to the vet

[Zouave]

Hope this site helps:

http://russiandwarfhamsters.tripod.com/hams/id21.html

[ssmissy]

This a part of a book called Hamsters A to Z by Lorrain Hill. Fur Loss: During his life, a hamster will molt occasionally, and the fur may seem thinner at times. Older hammsters may develop some baldness around the belly and hips, but provided the skin appears normal, this is usaly nothing to worry about. However, large patches of fur loss are usually a cause for concern. Fur loss can be treated with brewer's yeast. Crush a tablet and sprinkle it over the hamster's food each day, reducing the amout once the fur has started to regrow. However, this will only help the fur to regrow. If the loss is due to skin irritation, brewer's yeast does nothing to alleviate the actual problem. Widespread fur loss, or fur loss accompanied by skin irritation or flakiness, should be reffered to a vet. Mites: Mites in hamsters usually occur though transfer from other animals or infected hay. The hamster will scratch excessively and may develop fur loss. The mites may also be visible on close inspection. A mite infestation can develop into mange, a condition that causes skin to becom flaky, accompanied by fur loss on the back of the hamster. The hamster may also develop scabs around the nose, ears, and genitals. An anti-mite spray designed for small animals or caged birds is often effective against minor cases of mites when it is sprayed around the cage and ove the hamster, being sure to shield the hamster's face. However, serious abd prolonged cases of mites or any signs of mange require veterinary. A hamster that is allowed to exersize outdoors may pick up mites and other parasites. However, theese are rare for hamster that are kept indoors.
I hope this information will help you. :sick:

[maxx126]

Thank you everyone for your concern & information. I'll see what can i do about it.