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It's odd because she is showing behavior that would normally be exhibited when a cagemate is present. But I assume she lives alone?
As for now, just keep an eye on her. Please note if she ever does actual flips. The flips I am referring to are part of "star gazer" syndrome, not sure if it's as common in RC dwarfs as it is in other species.
The first sign would be a complete backflip out of no where. Later, the hamster continues to flip over and over and over. It is a serious neurological issue.
I would also recommend you take her out before an attack and inspect every millimeter of her body for signs of mites or other skin irritants. Perhaps rolling in the bath made a skin condition flair up for her, and caused her to feel as if something was biting her skin.
Also, we might need to explore what's going on in her cage. Things like cage size, bath sand, bedding, toys etc can bother some hamsters and might cause them to behave strangely.
As for now, just keep an eye on her. Please note if she ever does actual flips. The flips I am referring to are part of "star gazer" syndrome, not sure if it's as common in RC dwarfs as it is in other species.
The first sign would be a complete backflip out of no where. Later, the hamster continues to flip over and over and over. It is a serious neurological issue.
I would also recommend you take her out before an attack and inspect every millimeter of her body for signs of mites or other skin irritants. Perhaps rolling in the bath made a skin condition flair up for her, and caused her to feel as if something was biting her skin.
Also, we might need to explore what's going on in her cage. Things like cage size, bath sand, bedding, toys etc can bother some hamsters and might cause them to behave strangely.