Bart, Bear, Max, Hammy, Watermelon, whatever you name your little one, hamsters are great starter pets because they are small, contained, and hilarious to watch in their hamster wheels. Hours of entertainment and budding responsibility guaranteed.

Use this $20 gift card from Petco to purchase a hamster.

Now that you've got you're new little critter, set up this hampster house for hours of fun. The kit includes a wire cage, with a wheel and a ramp in just the right size.