America's Favorite Pets

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Since hamsters are nocturnal, they make ideal pets for night owls. They require very little space and besides the cost of a cage, food, and some exercise equipment, the furry rodents are relatively cheap to care for. Although hamsters are low-maintenance, they are known to bite people-especially if you startle them when they are sleeping-so it takes some time to tame a hamster and get it used to your presence.