Why do hamsters need exercise wheels?
Hamsters are very active creatures when they live in the wild. They spend most of their waking time scurrying around to gather food or dig burrows. When they are housed in a cage, this biological programming is not turned off!
- Benefits to physical health
- A hamster wheel is essential for weight maintenance. Without enough exercise, your hamster could become obese. This puts a strain on their heart, lungs, and other organs and could shorten their life expectancy.
- Benefits to mental health
- As naturally inquisitive little creatures they require mentally stimulating toys. Select a wheel can be to stop them from getting stressed and restless.