Do:

Do Not:

• Provide extra bedding.

• Take the hamster to the veterinarian for a prenatal checkup.

• Be sure the mother has a good diet and plenty of water throughout her pregnancy.

• Take the pups to the veterinarian for a check at about 1 month of age.

• Do not stress the mother.

• Do not disturb a new mother or her pups until a week after the birth.

• Do not give solid food until the pups are about 10 days old.