References
and Thanks
The Chinese Hamster Library stands on the shoulders of giants
References and Thanks
The Chinese Hamster Library stands on the shoulders of giants
A Big Thank You to…
Susan of Lilliput Hams for providing the history of the Chinese hamster in the UK Hamster Fancy, and teaching me a lot about the species.
Jenna of Metallica Hamstery for sharing her survey and photos of skin splits in Chinese hamsters.
Lynne of Custard Hamstery for her quote about euthanasia
Book References
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