What causes hamster mange?

Answer by  Audrey86 (261)

The mange is caused by mites and is very contagious. You will have to take them to a vet and thoroughly sanitize everything they touch.

Answer by  Jennifer321 (31)

Hamster mange is caused by the demodex mite. This mite occurs naturally on hamsters, but when they become sick or stressed the mites may begin to breed excessivly causing mange. The main sign of mange in hamsters is hair loss.

Answer by  sooz (644)

It is caused by parasites that live under the hamster's skin and eat the tissue. The major symptom is itchy, flaky skin and loss of fur.

Answer by  snappies (579)

Hamster mange is caused by a parasite that burrows under the hamster's skin and causes the animal great discomfor and it may lose it's hair. Your vet can help.

Answer by  kiradeleria (465)

Your hamster somehow got in contact with a microscopic bug infection that has taken over the hamster's skin. This is usually transfered through flee contact or possibly contact with other animals that also have mange. Mange is a very spreadable disease. Take your hamster to the vet and also give it a bath.

Answer by  amyj (282)

Hamster mange is caused by mites. These are often brought into the household on a new hamster or sometimes in a bag of bedding. I would throw out your bedding and buy a new bag. You may also need to treat the hamsters with medication from your veterinarian.