Rocky The Hamster Just Did Something Really Special Just Now!
[ Thursday March 2nd 2023 at 11:47 pm ]
I changed Rocky's water bottles, hid his hamster feed for him to find while foraging and hid his daily supply of sunflower seeds. Then I gave Rocky a small piece of mango for some fresh fruit. After this Rocky stood on his rear paws reaching upward with his front paws resting on the glass of the fish tank. He did this yesterday but not stretching as far up. I was talking to someone on Discord at the time. My friend suggested this may be Rocky indicating he wants to be held and pet by me. He was right! I gave Rocky a neck massage and some back pets. He didn't want his nose or forehead pet this time. He really enjoyed this and seemed content. My little buddy is doing good.
What is so special about this is that Rocky just recently welcomed me into his daytime. Hamsters are nocturnal. Before this I had a relationship based on getting him out for a cuddle. But Rocky remained very cautious during his daytime. I am in good with him. I really enjoy holding Rocky and caring for him. Rocky is showing a great deal of trust initiating me holding him. As soon as Rocky moved on my hand I put him back so it would be a positive experience. I've really enjoyed holding Rocky just now.