Although ticks are not apt to hunt your Golden Hamster out like they do dogs and cats, it is possible for hamsters to get ticks. If you have other pets in the home they can often bring ticks into the home and cause an infestation. The pet may unknowingly transfer a tick onto your unsuspecting Golden hamster at this time. If you do find a tick on your hamster, remove it right away just like you would for your dog or cat. Make sure you get a complete hold of the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull it straight up. Check the tick head to see if there is any skin in his mouth. This can be a good indication that you got all of the tick out of your hamster. If you need assistance, give your veterinarian Moorpark, CA a call.