ive read and heard it so many times, problems with pets that are from P@H. i had a rabbit from there, the next day it was having problems (bum area) - took it back to pets at home, explained, they did pay the bill which is good, but come to think of it they didnt seem phased at all - like they hear it all the time
as seen im my other posts im looking to buy a russian hamster and although P@H is the easiest option - i dont dare risk it.
anyone for P@H? any one had dwarfs hammies and had problems or not?
thanks xx

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from pets at home i have had (recently)
syrian hamster....fantastic (bought)
syrian hamster....fantastic (adopted)
russian hamser....fantastic (bought)
syrian hamster.....fantastic (adopted)

ive never had any problems, they have never been ill after i got them.
my russian hamster from there is lovely, she took a while to win over...but she reallllly tame now
and my rabbit was also from p@h...and he is amazing too

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i have had quite a few of our hamsters from P@H, normally adoption, and they have been fine.

I have bought quite a few syrian hamsters from pets at home and have never had any problems.

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We have had 6 of our hammies (4 robos,2 syrians) from P@H and tbh we have never had any problems at all All my hamsters from there have been healthy and seem extremely happy!

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We have recently had a Syrian and a Russian hamster from pets at home and had no problems with either of them so far.
Our last Syrian hamster was also from pets at home and she lived to be 3 1/2 years old and was very healthy.

I have had problems but only with syrians. i Bought my russians else where

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My two russians came from P@H and they are fine but P@H didn't sex them properly so I have a boy and a girl rather than two boys.

What do you mean when you say "bum problems"? Do you mean a sticky/dirty bottom?

My 2 current rabbits are both from P@H rescue section. Norbert was given up because the owners said he had a dust allergy, he was only 9 weeks. A course of antibiotics and good quality, dust free bedding soon cleared that up. He's also the friendliest and smartest rabbit ive ever owned, he pretty much acts like a dog, coming when hes called and enjoying a good fuss.
My un-named female was overlooked as she is a larger breed (Old English). Shes in great health, VERY smart and very active.
I know my 2 rescue guineas were both from P@H, i only have them as as usual, the child "lost interest". Ive had them since Decemeber, and i havent had a single problem.

I think people are quick to bash P@H as they are a large chain. In my experience, its the smaller, privately run petshops that have the major welfare issues.

There is ignorance and inherent cruelty in every aspect of the pet trade. Thats what happens when you use animals to make money. Its a business, and profits will always come first.

I'm all for Pets at Home too, never had any problems. My little William is fit, healthy, and was already tame when I bought him.

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