Breeding Ethics

Happy Paws Hamsters strives to be an open and transparent hamstery. We follow the ethical standards set by the California Hamster Association and International Hamster Associations to produce healthy and tame hamsters. ​We uphold to the California Hamster Association Breeder's Code of Ethics, as well as IHANA.

Quality over quantity

My goal in breeding these animals is to contribute to the breeding and show community and improve the quality of hamsters in general. My main focus is selecting hamsters that are rating the highest in temperament, health and composition.

We chose to breed only hamsters with good health, composition and personality. Also, we chose to breed only pedigreed hamsters with known lineage. That means that we will not choose for breeding pet store or rescue hamsters. We want to provide our adopters with the pedigree of our hamsters and as much information as possible about their ancestry and genetic composition. Our stock comes from reputable ethical breeders who have the full knowledge of their lines.

Our goal in breeding these animals is to contribute to the breeding and show community and improve the quality of hamsters in general.

We wish to set high standards when it comes to proper hamster care. We house our hamsters in cages that exceed by far the 600 square inch minimum requirement, such as 40 gallon breeders, 50 gallon staker bins and modified critter nations. All our hamsters have a wheel that has at least 10 inch diameter and lots of toys for stimulation. They are fed the highest quality lab blocks, Teklad 8640 and Higgins Sunburst Seed Mix. They also get plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, and of course treats. And lastly, but most importantly, they get lots of love and respect (and lots of kisses!).

We develop relationships with people who adopt hamsters from us, offering support for the duration of the hamster's life. We encourage hamster owners to use us as a resource for all their hamster-related questions and contact us anytime they have questions or concerns.

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If you have decided that you want a hamster and you are committed to follow our suggestion in proper hamster care

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info@happypawshamsters.com