Species: Roborovski

Gender: Male

Estimated age: 3 months

Likes: nap time, vegetables (broccoli especially) , tofu,

Dislikes: unfamiliar sounds (e.g. camera shutter), being grabbed, Amauri blocks

Uno was rescued from an overbreeding situation where his ex-owner decided to use a pink marker to colour his (and his brothers’) bottoms to differentiate the boys from the girls. The pink mark has faded following a gentle removal process (guided by a vet). The vet has not highlighted any potential medical concerns that could arise due to the stain but there is a remote possibility that complications may arise later in Uno’s life. Aside from that, Uno is in the pink of health (pun intended) and his new family can care for him just like any other Robo!

He is living his best life, running around and being the king of his cage. Despite his small stature, he is able to run on a 25cm wheel. He adores sleeping on his wheel, in an upright position with his back facing you and thus, a broad-based wheel is recommended so that he can continue his silly sleeping habits.

The key to unlocking Uno’s trust might be vegetables. He goes crazy over fresh vegetables and willingly climbs into a bowl to devour all those leafy greens!

Things to note when adopting roborovskis:

1. Adopters should make sure to get a glass tank/bin cage/acrylic cage that does not have bars as roborovski hamsters are smaller and can squeeze through the gaps.

2. 1/3 of the cage should be covered with sand as roborovski hamsters tend to become excessively ‘greasy’ when an appropriately sized sand area is not given.

3. A wheel that is minimally 21cm should still be provided even if they are smaller in size as compared to dwarf hamsters.

4. They are fast and might not be suitable for children. Some may also nip/bite.

5. Taming is not guaranteed, but possible with lots of patience, time and love!