Category: Training Tips

Teaching your hamster to spin in circles is the perfect trick to get them there! Imagine the delight on your friends’ faces as your little fluffball twirls like a miniature dancer, all while earning treats and bonding with you. Spinning is one of the easiest, most entertaining tricks to teach a hamster, making it an…

When most people think of clicker training, they picture dogs learning tricks or parrots responding to cues. But did you know that clicker training can work wonders with hamsters too? That’s right! Clicker training is a science-backed, positive reinforcement method that’s highly adaptable—even for our tiny, whiskered friends. At its heart, clicker training combines psychology,…

If you’ve ever seen a dog follow a command to “touch” a stick or watched zoo animals respond to a trainer’s target stick, you know that target stick training is a fantastic way to teach animals new behaviors in a fun, interactive way. But did you know that this technique isn’t just for big animals…

Ever wonder if your hamster could recognize the sound of your voice or come running at the jingle of a bell? You might think it’s a bit of a stretch, but hamsters have surprisingly sharp hearing and can learn to respond to specific sounds with a little patience and consistency. While they may not learn…

Training your hamster to retrieve small objects might sound like a tall order—after all, hamsters aren’t exactly known for fetching like dogs or birds. But here’s the surprising truth: with a little bit of patience, the right approach, and plenty of positive reinforcement, your furry friend can learn to perform this adorable behavior! While hamsters…

raining your hamster to jump through hoops may sound ambitious, but it’s an incredibly rewarding experience for both you and your little furball. Despite their small size, hamsters are more capable than most people realize. With a bit of patience, some creativity, and a whole lot of positive reinforcement, you can teach your hamster to…

Ah, the delightful world of hamsters! These tiny furballs, with their twitchy noses and endless curiosity, are more than just adorable pets; they can also be trained to perform a variety of fun and engaging activities. Taming your hamster is not only an enriching experience for your little friend but also a wonderful bonding opportunity…

You’re not alone! Many hamster owners have observed this cautious yet intrigued behavior when their furry friend first encounters a bridge. Hamsters are naturally curious creatures, but they also have an instinctive need to stay safe. So, while that little bridge might look like a fun adventure to us, to your hamster, it might seem…

If you’ve ever watched your hamster nibble on a treat and thought, “There must be a more engaging way for them to enjoy this,” you’re in for a treat (pun intended). Enter the treat ball—a simple yet ingenious tool that transforms snack time into an enriching game for your hamster. Imagine the joy on your…

It might sound like a stretch, but with a little bit of training, your furry friend can become quite the adventurer. Picture this: your hamster, bravely navigating twists, turns, and tunnels, searching for hidden treasure (aka treats) just like a tiny, whiskered explorer. Not only is it adorable to watch, but it’s also incredibly beneficial…