Editorial policy
How content on Hamster Corner gets chosen, written, checked and updated. Short version: one owner, real testing, no pretending.
Last updated: July 2026# Who writes this site
Hamster Corner is a one-person blog. Everything here is written by a hamster owner, not a veterinarian or an animal science professional. That shapes what I do and don't publish: I write about everyday care I have direct experience with, and I stay away from medical territory that belongs to a vet. You can read more about me on the About page.
# How guides get made
Most topics start as something I ran into with my own hamsters. Before publishing, I compare my experience against reputable hamster care and welfare resources, so a personal anecdote doesn't get dressed up as a general rule. Then I write it in plain English for first-time owners, and I go back to update guides when I learn something new or realise I was wrong.
# Product reviews
Gear opinions come from products I have actually bought and used with my own hamsters. I don't accept sponsored posts, and brands can't pay to be recommended or to have a bad verdict softened. Some product links are affiliate links, which are explained in full in the affiliate disclosure. If a product isn't worth your money, the review says so, link or no link.
# Corrections
I would genuinely rather fix a mistake than defend one. If you spot an error anywhere on the site, email contact@hamstercorner.com or use the contact form. I read every message, and confirmed errors get corrected in the article itself.
# A note on health advice
Nothing on this site is veterinary advice. If your hamster seems sick, injured or suddenly changes behaviour, please contact an exotic vet. Guides here can help you prepare good questions for that visit, but they are never a substitute for one.