A Tearful Goodbye and A Loving Welcome

After a couple trips to the vet, several shots and some antibiotics, we said goodbye to Chips last Thursday. He had been plagued with mites for awhile and his little body could not fight them any longer. There were many tears shed and lots of reassurance that Chips would be blissfully happy in Hamster Heaven. He was a great pet for us and we miss him!

For Valentine's Day, we ventured out to a couple pet stores with a surprise for the kids, a new hamster to join our family. We found the perfect one, a light tan colored teddy bear hamster. We purchased new supplies for her and headed home with her in a little box. After about 10 minutes of discussion, Jamie came up with the perfect name for her: Sandy. She is very soft, doesn't nip and we have enjoyed playing with her. She has finally explored all of her cage and seems to be adjusting very well. Now she just needs the kids to go back to school tomorrow so she can sleep all day without being disturbed!