My Hamster Has MITES 😭 | signs, treatment & cleaning tips!

Today I'm talking about my Syrian hamster Penny's recent diagnosis of demodex mites after a visit to the vet. In this video, I talk about common signs of mites in hamsters the causes and treatment. I also cover the steps I’m taking to disinfect my hamster’s cage, bedding, and supplies to make sure everything is clean and safe during the treatment process. More info on demodex mites: https://www.veterinary-practice.com/article/demodicosis-in-the-hamster https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228767838_Demodicosis_in_a_Golden_Syrian_hamster_Mesocricetus_auratus https://www.entomoljournal.com/archives/2021/vol9issue4/PartE/8-5-317-105.pdf 🐹 Hamster Care Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5ek95JfO-xwyzAFrmOT9lLHvLKogyzEr Find me on- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriaraechel/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriaraechelofficial?_t=8YClqi7EoTt&_r=1 🛒 Products we use: 🇺🇸 https://www.amazon.com/shop/victoriaraechel 🇨🇦 https://www.amazon.ca/shop/victoriaraechel As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases ⬆️ Music- https://player.epidemicsound.com Email for BUSINESS ENQUIRIES only [email protected] Want to support us more? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMwnCA2CMDQnoQ-UOrwVMUw/join ** The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for veterinarian advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is simply my own opinions based on my own experiences and knowledge. ** 0:00 Penny's vet visit 2:06 Signs of mites 2:28 Types of mites 3:36 Cause of mites 4:51 How it's treated 5:28 Cleaning his enclosure 7:28 Sanitizing supplies 8:19 Removing the bedding 9:44 Wiping the cage down