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Hamster or a Mouse??

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#1 ·
I really wanted to get a small rodent, and I just can't decide between a hamster and a mouse! I have done a TON of research, so I can take care of either one, but I can't decide between the two. Help!!
 
#2 · (Edited)
I vote mouse :). I know I am going to get bashed by all the hamster lovers for saying this...but I think mice have more personality and are more affectionate.
 
#4 ·
I think hammie. I had one before, he was named Stuffy. lol (I was younger) He kept climbing the walls of the cage and he was too cute. :3 He also went to my hand the cuddle and be pet. To bad he died...
 
#12 ·
Well, I haven't gotten the cage yet, but I was considering my ten gallon that I'm not using. But I am concerned about the ventilation and the ammonia building up inside... Of course I would spot clean everyday and deep-clean every 7 days, but still. Plus CritterTrails are to small and the one I had broke apart really easily.... :p
 
#13 ·
If you spot clean every day a 10 gallon should be fine for a mouse or a dwarf hamster...I think it would be too small for a Syrian though.
 
#15 ·
If you're not set already, you might consider a pair of gerbils! They're very social and loving, not to mention speedy! They love to run and play, and they actually adjust to your day/night schedule very easily. They are desert animals, and thus don't produce very much waste. I have only ever had one bite me, and I have had them for 14 years. I keep two in a ten gallon, but it is a little stuffy when they grown old, because they love the room to run. They also love to climb and jump!
 
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