Hello! My hamster is only a few months old and has had gloopy red-ish water in her eyes. I have been cleaning it with water on a cotton wool pad which clears it up for a couple of days but it has come back a few times now.

Hi Nicky

The eyes may have an infection. What is also important is are there any other symptoms. Is your hamster active and lively, eating and pooping normally. If the answer is no or you aren't sure it would be a wise move to take you hamster for a vet check up.

Cathy Wickenden BVet Med MRCVS
Barton Lodge Veterinary Centre
1 Midland Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 5BH
Tel: 01442 216048 24 hours
[www.bartonlodgevets.co.uk]