Summary
A California woman discovered her hamster was escaping its cage daily to hoard food and other items behind the oven. The video of the hamster's activities, shared on TikTok, has gained over 308,000 views. Experts explain that hamsters often try to escape because they are naturally active and curious animals.
Key Facts
- A California woman's hamster was sneaking out of its cage regularly to build a stash behind the oven.
- The woman shared a video of her discovery on TikTok, which has been viewed over 308,000 times.
- Around 1.1 million U.S. households own small mammals like hamsters, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association.
- Hamsters are naturally active and curious, which can lead to such escape attempts.
- They can run up to 5 miles per night and may find small cages limiting.
- Experts suggest adding running wheels, tunnels, and dig boxes to a hamster’s environment to prevent boredom and escape attempts.
