This will ensure that your hamsters will have plenty of space to roam and play, and they will be able to get away from each other if needed. You can choose a wire cage or a glass aquarium. However, make sure that the enclosure has a secure lid that will prevent your hamsters from escaping. If you choose a glass aquarium, then place a mesh lid on top of it to allow air to flow through since no air will be able to get through the sides. If you want to house both hamsters in a cage that one hamster has been using, take that hamster out of the cage and put it into a temporary cage. If you don’t have two extra cages to place the hamster in temporarily, then put each hamster into a shoe box or hamster ball. However, don’t keep them in these temporary enclosures for more than an hour. thoroughly before putting them into it. While the hamsters are in their temporary enclosures, remove all of the food, water, toys, and bedding from the cage. Then, use a clean sponge and warm, soapy water to clean the inside of the cage. Dry the cage with a clean towel or paper towel, then fill the cage with new bedding, food, water, and toys.  Only use bedding that is made from plant-based fibers or cellulose. Never use wood shavings, newspaper, cat litter, corn cobs, or any type of scented bedding.  Do not try to reuse the old bedding! Throw it out and replace it with new bedding every time you clean your hamster’s cage. and water into the cage. Hamsters are territorial and they will fight if there do not seem to be enough resources. Make sure that there is twice the normal amount of food and water in the cage. Place two food and water bowls on opposite ends of the enclosure for your hamsters.  Provide a specially made hamster food in dishes for your hamsters to graze on and also place fresh slices of fruit and veggies into the cage for them daily, such as carrots, apples, pears, or broccoli. Never give your hamster onions, leeks, garlic, chives, lettuce oranges, or raw potatoes because it can make them very sick! Buy a few extra toys to place into the cage before you introduce the two hamsters, such as PVC pipes, hamster wheels, and plastic igloos. This will help to keep your hamsters entertained and ensure that they get plenty of exercise. Hamsters also like items that they can chew on, such as hardwood, twigs, or even, dog biscuits. Hamsters love to run! If possible, get two hamster wheels so that each of your hamsters will be able to run whenever they like.

Summary: Get a cage that is at least 24 by 24 by 12 in (61 by 61 by 30 cm). Move the hamsters to temporary housing while you prepare their shared cage. Clean the cage Put extra food Give the hamsters extra toys, chewing material, and hiding spaces.


You can find a silly GIF to send via chat or post a cute meme on their social media. Humor is a fun way to share an inside joke or a smile even when you aren’t together. You don’t always have to try to be “romantic” to stay connected.  Sharing laughter is a good way to avoid becoming depressed due to being apart. Pictures are a fun way to include each other in daily life and can be sent instantly. They can also help to keep the other person from getting jealous as they are regularly included in daily life. Celebrate the times you are together and countdown to the next time you will visit each other. A slideshow with a special song can be a fun way to save memories. This doesn’t need to be something “romantic”, instead a sign that you are paying attention and know him better than anyone else. As a special way to count down to an upcoming visit, you can also send special gifts he can use while traveling or for the visit. If he is flying send him a survival kit for the flight or a new scarf in his favorite color for a winter visit.

Summary: Send a funny e-card. Send a silly picture of yourself. Make a slideshow that features photos of you two. Mail him a care package of his favorite things.


Go to https://www.facebook.com/ in your preferred web browser. This will open your Facebook News Feed if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, enter your email address (or phone number) and password in the top-right side of the page. It's an option in the column on the left-hand side of the Facebook News Feed. You may have to click See More here in order to show this option. This button is at the top of the Friend Lists page. Click the "List Name" box and type in your preferred name for the list. This will create your friend list and open it. You can add friends to this list by clicking the "Members" text box, typing in a name, and clicking the related friend in the drop-down menu that appears.

Summary: Open Facebook. Click Friend Lists. Click + Create List. Enter a list name. Click Create.


If you feel that you may have depression, consult a medical professional first. Self-diagnosing a series illness like depression is not safe, since depression has serious side effects like angry outbursts, suicidal thoughts, and social isolation.  If you are under 18 or are a dependent, ask your parents or legal guardian for help finding a doctor. If you are over 18, your regular doctor will refer you to a mental health professional. Talking to your loved ones after getting an official diagnoses will be easier. Knowing how you manifest depression will help you explain your feelings to people. Symptoms change according to the individual. Unexplained sadness, a sudden lack of interest in friends or hobbies, and a lack of energy are common among people with depression. Knowing the facts about depression will help you communicate with people. Since mental illness can still be a taboo subject for many individuals, being armed with facts will help you feel more comfortable when talking to those who may be skeptical of your feelings. These are good facts to start with:  Depression is a legitimate, diagnosable disease.  Twenty-one million Americans suffer from a mood disorder like depression. Depression is very common, but it is also the most treatable of all mental illnesses.  Depression changes the way a person thinks and feels. Depression makes it difficult for people to think positively. Remind yourself that communicating about your depression can strengthen your support network, help unburden you, ease isolation, and help you get perspective. Trying to stay positive about communicating with people you know will make the process of communication easier.
Summary: Get diagnosed. Recognize your depressive symptoms. Research depression. Focus on the benefits of communication.