Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts, to the Furry Fun Fact of the Day!
Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them daily.
Have you ever heard of a singing dog for example?
Join The South African website as we set out to learn fascinating – and often humourous – fun facts that set our pets apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.
Discover things about these bundles of joy that will leave you chuckling and wondering if they’re not little humans in disguise!
Why does your hamster come alive at night?
Hamsters are nocturnal creatures, meaning they naturally sleep during the day and become most active after sunset. This nighttime behavior is rooted in their wild ancestry, where being active at night helped them avoid predators and forage in cooler temperatures.
For pet owners, this means hamsters often come alive just as their humans are winding down, ready to run on their exercise wheels, dig elaborate tunnels, and explore their enclosures with boundless energy. Their nighttime antics can be both entertaining and surprising, especially for first-time hamster parents who hear the sudden whirl of a wheel in the middle of the night!
Stay healthy and keep those furry friends happy!
Do you know any furry fun facts you’d like to share?
If so, email info@thesouthafrican.com or a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 and we’ll publish the ones that fascinate us!
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WIN WITH THE SOUTH AFRICAN
Your pet surely deserves a new toy🙂
Now that you’ve enjoyed the furry fun facts, tackle a variety of quizzes and competitions on The South African website.
There’s a quiz with a cash prize that has your pet’s name on it.
Good luck!
Artificial Intelligence assisted in compiling this article.
