Dogs and cats may get all the attention, but hamsters pack a whole lot of personality into their pint-size forms. These little balls of fluff stuff their cheeks with food and run for hours on end on a ...

Hamsters are common family pets. They’re distant cousins of mice and rats. Their small size and cleanliness make them easy to care for. Hamsters are good pets for children or first-time pet owners.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/kanzilyou If you want to help your stressed hamster, it’s important to get ...