There are generally four reasons why hamsters bite their cages: first, they want to get out of the cage and move around; second, their teeth are too long, and they bite the cage to wear them down; third, they are bored and bite the cage out of interest; and fourth, they are in a new environment and need to release their tension and anxiety by biting the cage.
Why hamsters bite their cages
Don't let their small size fool you; hamsters have an amazing amount of energy. It's best to let them out of their cages for a few hours each day. If they're kept confined, they'll start biting the cage because they want to go out and play.
Hamsters need to be provided with enough chew toys such as sunflower seeds and peanuts. If they don't chew, their teeth will keep growing and become itchy. In this case, the hamster will keep biting the cage to chew.
Hamsters might chew on their cages simply out of boredom, but over time, this can develop into a hobby. Living alone can also lead to loneliness for hamsters, so owners should spend more time with them and interact with them regularly.
Newly brought hamsters are also prone to biting their cages. This is because they are unfamiliar with the new environment and need to release their tension and relieve their anxiety by chewing on the cage. They will stop doing so once they get used to it.
