For most pet hamsters, soft unscented paper-based bedding is one of the best all-around choices because it is low in dust, absorbent and good at holding burrows. Dust-extracted aspen and non-fragranced hemp can also be suitable, especially when mixed with paper bedding or soft hay for better tunnel...
A good hamster cage should provide about 100 × 50 cm of horizontal floor space or more, with enough height for deep bedding, a correctly sized upright wheel, hides and enrichment. Current welfare guidance from organizations such as Blue Cross, PDSA and Woodgreen treats 100 × 50 cm as an important...