Although hamsters are generally happy being inside their cage, they can greatly benefit from time outside the cage as well. How often should you let your hamster out of his cage?

Hamsters don’t naturally seek human contact. Without the proper socialization, they are likely to become aggressive. To ensure that your hamster is friendly to humans, you’ll have to take him out of his cage and handle him at least once a day.

Spending at least 15 minutes with your hamster every day is a good starting point, but more time is better. It is especially helpful if you can remove your hamster from his cage multiple times a day. Just try not to take him out of his cage while it’s still light outside. Hamsters are nocturnal, which means your pet may become cranky if you try and handle him while he’s trying to sleep.

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It’s no secret that cats love boxes. Whenever the opportunity arises, let your kitty explore boxes in your home!

First, make sure that important boxes in your home are closed. Just because a box is full of items doesn’t mean your cat won’t try and jump inside, so seal them and store them out of sight.

If you receive a package in the mail, empty it, and allow your cat to climb inside. Both small and large boxes can be fun for your feline friend. Small boxes, like shoe boxes, can be especially fun because you’re able to watch your cat try to squeeze inside!

To make boxes even more fun, combine multiple boxes together to create a cardboard box fort. You can even cut holes in some boxes and connect them for even more fun!

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