Hello,
Is the hamster housed alone?
How old is the hamster?
What type of hamster do you have?
Joan
Is this area closer to the neck on the chest or closer to the stomach area?
Are you sure this is a female?
Hi,
The reason I asked these specific questions is Dwarf hamsters have scent glands located about midway underneath the neck and before the stomach area. These glands can become very irritated and even abscessed. At this point a Vet visit should be done to evaluate this area and make sure it is not a tumor. Hamster are prone to tumors as well as abscesses. I do suggest you make sure to have a vet see the hamster that is familiar with Pocket Pets, as the hamsters are sensitive to medications and need someone with experience to properly diagnose them. Joan
You can try some warm compresses on the hamster for now, to see if it helps take the area down. Since you recently purchased the Hamster, you may want to see if the Pet shop has a Vet and have them treat the hamster. Unfortunately without seeing the area, it is impossible to know what it is. The worst problem is the Pet shops sell these Hamsters and many times there is inbreeding leaving the hamsters susceptible
I wish I could give you a more definitive answer. Unfortunately Hamsters have such a short life span and have been so inbred we see this often. I hope it all works out for your little one! Joan
Veterinary Technician
I am Vet Tech. for 30+yrs. who works with all animals. I do alot of rescue work with small animals.