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Trouble According to Humphrey – Betty G. Birney

We met Humphrey the golden hamster when I reviewed “The World According to Humphrey.” Today we’re checking in with everyone’s favorite classroom pet to see what he’s been up to in the book “Trouble According to Humphrey.” Mrs. Brisbane has a wonderful idea. She is going to turn classroom 26 into a community for social studies. The children will each create a building, and they’ll all have jobs. First, though, they need a name for their community, and they choose Humphreyville. Humphrey is so excited, he can’t stand it! A whole town, named just for him! And there’s a class … Continue reading →

The World According to Humphrey – Betty G. Birney

Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to be a classroom pet? If you read “The World According to Humphrey,” you’ll find out. Humphrey is a golden hamster and was purchased by an elementary school teacher named Ms. Mac. She made everything special, from the way she bought Humphrey his own notebook and pencil, to the way she took him home every night and weekend. She’d let him run around her apartment, she made him mazes on the floor – she was a perfect hamster owner. But as it turns out, she was just a substitute teacher, and Humphrey … Continue reading →

Hamster On The Loose!

Even the most diligent, careful hamster owner may find that their little friend has turned into an escape artist! Hamsters can fit through tiny spaces and move quickly, so finding a lost hamster can be tricky. Keep in mind that your hamster is probably scared, and will look for a secure, enclosed hidey hole. Leave the cage open. Your hamster just might come back on his own while you are going crazy searching! Start near the cage and work out from there. Check behind and under furniture, between the sofa cushions, and on shelves and bookcases. Look inside cabinets and … Continue reading →

Fitness Gear For Hamsters

Wild hamsters travel miles every night in search of food. Miles! Your domestic hamster has the same urge to move around as his wild cousins. Keeping your hamster healthy and happy includes giving him lots of exercise. Exercise Wheels An exercise wheel is a MUST for your hamster cage! Try to pick a wheel that has a solid running surface, rather than rungs. That common wire wheel (the kind that looks like a ladder bent into a circle) can lead to injuries. Make sure the wheel is free standing or attaches securely to the side of the cage so the … Continue reading →

Two Types of Hamster

There are two types of pet hamster: Syrian hamsters and dwarf hamsters. Dwarf isn’t just a clever name; dwarf hamsters tend to be smaller than Syrian hamsters. Dwarf hamsters grow to a length of three to four inches. Syrian hamsters are nearly twice as big, growing to a length of six to seven inches. Syrian hamsters are also known as golden hamsters, though they come in many colors. The name comes from wild Syrian hamsters, who are mostly golden in hue. Syrian hamsters are also called Standard or Fancy hamsters; long haired versions are known as Teddy Bear hamsters. A … Continue reading →