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Why does my hamster close one eye?
When hamsters sleep, their eyes secrete fluid to keep the eyeball moist. If this fluid drips out and dries around the eyelid, it can prevent the hamster from opening his eyes. This is common in all hamsters, especially older ones. Fortunately this usually isn’t a medical emergency, and you can treat it at home.
Can hamsters survive one eye?
They would usually end up being around 2 years old when they did this. When they had 1 eye, they would go on to live like an older hamster usually does, and die without pain (or so I believe) a few months later. The eye socket would eventually close up during the last few months of their lives.
Can I give my hamster eye drops?
Treating Eye Problems in Hamsters If your hamster is diagnosed with conjunctivitis or an ulcer, your veterinarian will most likely prescribe medicated eye drops or an ointment. These topical medications are usually applied to the eye once or twice a day for one to two weeks.
Why does my hamster have one eye open and one closed?
For one reason, an older hamster sleep more and while its eyes are closed, they secrete fluids to keep them moist. Occasionally, there will be too much fluids secreted which will flow out from the eyelid and dry on the outside of the eyes.
Why does my hamster have a swollen eye?
An eye infection is possible as well. Hamsters can sometimes be prone to getting infections or abscesses on their face. If there was a facial abscess that was causing some swelling it it possible that the swelling is keeping the eye closed. It sounds to me though that he may have damaged or scratched it.
Is it possible for a hamster to go blind?
Blindness: Some hamster breeds get a gene passed down called Anophthalmic, which is also referred to as an “Eyeless White”. These hamster end up with no eyes what so ever. Other hamsters can become blind from illness or injury to the eyes. So how do care for a hamster that is blind?
How do you get rid of a sticky eye on a hamster?
Treating a Sticky Eye Hold your hamster gently. Wet a cotton swab or washcloth with lukewarm water. Hold the cloth or swab on the eye. Wipe away any crust from the eyelid. Open the eye gently. Visit the vet if you have any trouble. Wash around you hamster’s eyes regularly.