Somershire Hamster Rescue

06/08/2026

The baby field vole (that what species we think it is) is doing very well considering it was caught by a cat.
(Most wildlife doesn't survive this)
Its only about 4cm in body in body length, so absolutely tiny....but very active and eating well.

04/08/2026

Although we are a "domestic " rodent rescue, occasionally we get asked to take small wildlife. Took in this baby yesterday evening. Currently active and eating well, but does have a poorly eye.
What a cutie.

01/06/2026

If anyone in the Frome/Somerset area is looking for a Syrian, this local rescue has 2 beautiful hams for homing.
Contact cornpop critter Rescue for more info

04/04/2026

We've been running Somershire hamster rescue sanctuary for 27 years and have often found that some years we seem to take in predominantly one species during the year.
Some years the largest percentage of hamsters coming in are roborovski's, other years it might be winter whites or hybrids of these....well 2026 is already looking like it's going to be a Syrian year.
Here's 3 of the Syrians that have recently come in to the sanctuary.
All beautiful Syrians.

04/10/2025

22/09/2025

Hoppy pets who make excellent enrichment products for rabbits and rodents

22/09/2025

The somershire hamster rescue sanctuary team (that's me and Ged) had a busy weekend at the London Pet show Live at Olympia in London.
This is an educational event covering not just small furries, but cats, dogs, reptiles, birds etc.
As well as having our hamster rescue and information stand I gave a talk to the public about hamster care.
We met some lovely people who had stands selling lots of lovely goodies, treats, toys and enrichment for small pets including hamsters.
Wanted to mention Dandelion Burrow and Hope's healthy Treats who had some excellent enrichment for small animals, visit them on Facebook.