OldTimer’s Dugout - Off Topic Thread

Damn!
Buster, our hamster just died.
We’ve had him like 4 years and my 6 yr old is very upset.😞
Sorry to hear this.

I heard they hibernate. Chat GPT says:

Most hamsters don’t truly hibernate, but some species can enter a state of torpor (a short-term, light hibernation-like state) when exposed to cold temperatures and reduced daylight — typically below 50°F (10°C).

Key Details:
  • Time of Year: In the wild, this usually happens in late fall to winter (October–February), depending on the climate.
  • Domestic Hamsters: In captivity, if their environment gets too cold or dark in winter, they might enter torpor, which can look like deep sleep or even death.
  • Species: Syrian hamsters are more prone to torpor than dwarf breeds, but it’s not normal or healthy for any pet hamster to hibernate.
Bottom Line:

If your hamster appears to be hibernating, it’s likely a response to cold or stress, not natural behavior — and it can be life-threatening. Keep the habitat above 65°F (18°C) with a regular light cycle to prevent it.
 
Sorry to hear this.

I heard they hibernate. Chat GPT says:

Most hamsters don’t truly hibernate, but some species can enter a state of torpor (a short-term, light hibernation-like state) when exposed to cold temperatures and reduced daylight — typically below 50°F (10°C).

Key Details:
  • Time of Year: In the wild, this usually happens in late fall to winter (October–February), depending on the climate.
  • Domestic Hamsters: In captivity, if their environment gets too cold or dark in winter, they might enter torpor, which can look like deep sleep or even death.
  • Species: Syrian hamsters are more prone to torpor than dwarf breeds, but it’s not normal or healthy for any pet hamster to hibernate.
Bottom Line:

If your hamster appears to be hibernating, it’s likely a response to cold or stress, not natural behavior — and it can be life-threatening. Keep the habitat above 65°F (18°C) with a regular light cycle to prevent it.
He’s been sick the last few days
 
Someone save me the trouble of venturing to the wasteland that is the recruiting forum and tell me how we are doing on the trail?
Is Brandon still solidly committed? I saw he showed out at the elite 11 camp!
Donwe have a legit shot at the Hiter kid?
Brandon still solid. Still in the hunt for Hiter. And tonight HUGE news.


Beat out a few nobodies: Texas, Bama, Michigan. 😀
 

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