Hamster Welfare & Ethical Care Guides
Welcome to the RoseLark Pet Products knowledge hub — a growing library of evidence-based hamster welfare and care guides designed to help you provide a life that goes beyond the bare minimum.
Here you’ll find in-depth articles covering:
• Proper hamster cage sizes
• Why hamsters need sand baths
• Natural solitary behaviour
• Enrichment and sprays
• Unsafe products to avoid
• Creating a species-appropriate enclosure
Whether you’re a first-time owner researching what a hamster really needs, or improving an existing setup, these guides are written to support responsible, enrichment-focused hamster care.
Because good hamster welfare isn’t a luxury — it’s the ethical baseline.
How to Choose the Best Hide for Your Hamster
Hamster Sprays: Why They’re Essential for a Happy, Enriched Enclosure
Why Hamsters Need a Sand Bath (And How to Choose the Right One)
Why Hamster Balls Aren’t Safe (and What to Use Instead)
Why Hamsters Should Always Live Alone: Understanding Their Natural Behaviour
Hamster Welfare Needs: The Complete Ethical Care Guide (2026)