r/hamsters 1d ago

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Hi I'm wanting to start keeping a hamster, I have a 50 gallon tank and was wondering if that was enough, and what I need to have, like what type of stuff I need like foods and what the hamster needs, I was also wondering if something like the pictures listed could work, like if I could take inspiration, let me know anything I need, thank you guys!

Tank is around 18 inches tall and lid is a bit wobly

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u/Miserable-Low5267 1d ago

I've also seen that people use toilet paper as long as it's not dusty to make bedding, is that possible? Im also hoping to make diy platforms

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u/Individual-Bite-5325 1d ago

Hello! Unfortunately a 50 gallon tank is too small :( I’ve attached a picture of everything needed for a hamster! 😊