Why Is My Hamster Dropping Fur?

Causes. The are many things that can lead to hair loss in a hamster, including: Rubbing on metal cage feeders or excessive burrowing (hair loss around the face) Cage overcrowding, wounds from fighting, hair chewing by cage mates (hair loss around the tail and hindquarters)

Is it normal for hamsters to lose hair?

A small amount of hair loss is considered to be normal. Hamsters shed and at times, their coats may appear a little bit on the thin side when they are molting. Natural hair loss will occur during the spring and autumn months when temperatures and seasons are changing.

What does it mean when a hamster starts losing hair?

Much like humans, hamsters require a diet rich in vitamins to keep them up and running, and fur loss can be a sign that they aren't quite getting all the vitamins they need. Usually, fur loss occurs because of a deficiency in Vitamin B, or a lack of protein in the hamster's diet.