Everyone knows that cats like to catch mice, but nowadays many families raise both cats and hamsters. So is there a possibility of hamsters being attacked by cats at this time? Actually, after spending a long time together, cats can be very friendly to hamsters, but caution is still needed beforehand. Below, let's understand what precautions should be taken.

　　1. Hamsters should not be let loose

　　Cats are natural hunters and are especially interested in small moving animals. If the hamster is let loose, it will certainly attract the cat's attention and become the cat's favorite “toy.” Therefore, providing a sturdy hamster cage is the primary condition to ensure the safe cohabitation of cats and hamsters.

　　2. Provide a hamster exercise ball for the hamster

　　Living in a cage is really suffocating for hamsters because wild hamsters go several miles daily to look for food, so domestic hamsters naturally become obese due to insufficient exercise inside the cage. However, since there is a cat at home, the hamster cannot be let out to play freely. Therefore, preparing a hamster exercise ball is essential; it ensures the hamster does not become prey for the cat and also provides enough exercise.

　　3. The owner must supervise when cats and hamsters are together

　　When cleaning the hamster or changing the cage bedding, it is unavoidable to leave the hamster outside the cage temporarily. Under such circumstances, the owner must stay nearby, constantly monitoring the cat's behavior. If the cat attempts to paw at the hamster, it must be stopped immediately, and the cat should be trained to ensure the hamster's safety. The time the hamster is “out for exercise” should not be too long because when first let out, cats usually observe the hamster’s movements out of curiosity before deciding their next move. If the exercise time is too long, it easily triggers the cat’s hunting instinct and prompts action.

　　4. Only relax once the hamster is accepted by the cat

　　Only when the cat and hamster have spent considerable time together, and the cat loses interest in chasing the hamster and accepts it as part of the family, can the hamster be safely released to play with the cat. We have seen many heartwarming scenes of cats coexisting with hamsters. When your hamster and cat live together for about a year, becoming familiar and trusting each other, you can safely allow them to coexist. Cats and mice are natural enemies, whether wild mice or hamsters. Although hamsters have a relatively gentle temperament and will not harm cats, hamsters contain a substance called taurine that enhances cats’ night vision. Smart cats always wait for the opportunity to catch prey to satisfy themselves, so we cannot let our guard down. Careful supervision is necessary when cats and hamsters live together.