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In the wild, hamsters are highly active, constantly moving through their burrows which is why they have a strong urge to run even when in captivity.

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Hamsters cover miles and miles of distance at night when in their natural habitat. Hamsters surface from their burrows once the sun has set to scavenge for food and nesting materials in the nearby area.

This scavenger instinct is very natural and it's one of the reasons why hamsters have such high energy levels - they're built to run.

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Hamsters have an instinct to run and the exercise wheel is the best way to fulfil this natural behavior. Hamster wheels allow hamsters to cover the miles and miles of distance they would in the wild, within the confined space of a cage. Despite most cages having a small surface area, a hamster can still release all the energy it needs using an exercise wheel.

It's also believed that running on a wheel satisfies some of a hamster's natural curiosity and their love of exploring (which they can't always do in a cage).

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Engaging in physical activity like running can help reduce boredom and stress in captivity, contributing to their overall well-being.

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It is very important to provide environmental enrichment for your hamster to keep them mentally stimulated, happy and healthy. Providing an exercise wheel for your hamster can help prevent:

Anxiety.

Obesity.

Restlessness.

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1. https://www.petmd.com/exotic/evr_ex_hm_hamster-wheels

2. https://dwarfhamsterguide.com/why-hamsters-run-on-wheels/

3. https://www.quora.com/What-makes-hamsters-run-on-wheels-despite-going-nowhere

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Dr. Melissa Witherell discusses why hamsters run on wheels, including recommendations for choosing the best wheel for your hamster.