Rescuing 56 Dumped Hamsters! | Munchie's Place

[@No_Direction-99]

The world needs more rescues and fosters like you who are passionate about small mammal care. Sadly it’s almost impossible to completely stop neglect, abuse, abandonment, etc. The best we can do is increase education about proper care, create more organizations to helping people with pet care through unforeseen circumstances and create more resources & fosters to help these little guys

[@Clov33]

How were they abusing?

[@No_Direction-99]

@@Clov33 My comment isn’t directed at any specific individual :) Sadly small mammal abuse is somewhat common. Same with neglect. A lot of it’s unintentional though. There’s so much bad information online and many people don’t know any better… I added that last part because it’s important that we don’t shame or put people down about this. It’s better to have a compassionate and kind approach. It does boil my blood when people purposely abuse and/neglect animals but if it’s unintentional it’s extremely important to be kind, respectful and calm when educating them :) *Aggression won’t solve anything and may put that animal’s wellbeing at further risk by causing the owner to not listen and avoid the educator completely* Sorry this is so long 😅 I tend to ramble on (pretty sure that’s what it’s called?)

[@JudyKenney]

Thank you so much for getting the 56 hamsters they thank you all so very much they are very much taken care of

[@alanaspraggins_8834]

Thank you for saving these hamsters 😢

[@michelledelkel]

I was so saddened to hear about s***icde rates for people in rescues. My heart goes out to all, it is admirable and tireless work. I hope you can get some rest in between all the hard work you do. Thank you for being a voice for the little ones so many neglect. I'll definitely be donating as I can. I'm in CA so I'll also be donating to the CA hamster rescue as I'm able to 💙

[@MunchiesPlace]

Ty kindly for considering our friends in CA. ♥️

[@elfiefromangelcity6142]

Suicide rates are high amongst veterinarians as well. Animal people feel overwhelmed in a world full of people who don't care. I worked in a petshop for 13 years. Sadly, I understand why.

[@teijaflink2226]

Sadly that doesn't surprise me because with every rescue it just seems to get worse, it never gets better, you save one animal and manage to adopt it to someone and then two more immidiatly comes in, there is never enough space and never time to rest and take care of yourself, which is the most important thing to not forget if you have a rescue that your own needs comes first, you can't save and help the animals if you get sick. You see real evil and the worst of people too, it feels like you're all alone and that no one actually cares and that you're never enough. Of course there are lots of wonderful moments too, I admire everyone who does rescue, it's not easy, remember to take care of yourselfs, this is a demand (I know many who neglect their own needs just because there is always another animal who needs them).

[@kaliaratliff]

My hamster was from a hoarding situation and he unfortunately passed away from a tumor. I just wanted to say thank you guys SO MUCH for all the hard work you have done in order to give these hamsters a better life, you are truly appreciated.

[@Revelation21-4-]

Sorry for your loss

[@Motaki666]

They all seem really tame and well-handled, which is odd if the lady really just had dozens of hamsters overrunning her house. Hope they all find good homes

[@SqueakTheKittehxx]

Always super awesome to see your work. Here's a small donation. I appreciate both you munchie, and kayla. Every dollar counts for the livelihood of those little hamsters 💕💕

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so much ♥️🐹🙏 I'm grateful for the help for the rescue hams.

[@amac6421]

Thank you for everything you guys do, you’ll be carried into the gates of heaven by a million hammies ❤️

[@Kunailover101]

You guys are saints for taking them all in. I'm happy to hear that most are in good condition despite the inbreeding. It's wild to think 4 hamsters is all it took for this crazy situation.

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

That’s why I don’t think I’d ever have more than one at a time! All it takes is one accidental breeding!

[@yerinbaekscandlelight]

@@bugloverspiderlover8490Well I mean you can have more than one if they are the same gender probably. At least I do. In different cages of course.

[@scalyfriends7594]

As a rescue in the uk I can fully relate, the stress the hard work it’s so hard but all worth it. The struggle with funds day in day out is a nightmare, always in debt with vet bills, a lot of people just don’t realise how hard it is. Thank you to all rescues for what you do, and thank you for saving all those beautiful hamsters

[@sarcaasmm]

you should start a channel documenting your rescues so you can get extra money from the videos or make some type of social media account and have something where people can donate to you!

[@ElayneAstrix]

Oh wow crazy rescued amount of all the many furbabies. Im from uk but hers a little donation to help. Love you all and your big hearts❤❤❤

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so much! 🐹🙏♥️

[@ElayneAstrix]

@@MunchiesPlace so welcome 😘

[@ElayneAstrix]

​@@MunchiesPlace Id meant to send on your PayPal cos at least you receive all the pennies..but me being hasty sent superchat instead. At least the links are available now..& I'm aware 😊 next time it will be PayPal ❤💕🐹💕

[@noqueq9003]

I'd honestly like to work at a petstore just to be able to tell potential buyers with kids that hamsters are biters and will bite their kids fingers off and discourage them from buying them. I'm pretty sure 90% of dumped hamsters are hamsters bought as 'toy pets' for kids.

[@kerithoma1955]

Great job on the rescuing of all those hamsters. Hope adoptions go good for you guys.

[@MunchiesPlace]

I hope so too!

[@jamieborg6440]

Thanks

[@VirginiaReinheldt]

You two are amazing! Thanks a lot to kayla! Go girls!

[@countrygirlsstopanimationw6928]

Thank you Kayla!

[@cheetodust745]

Wow that’s a lot of hamsters! My local small pet rescue just got 20+ hamsters and I’m fostering 2 of them 😊 sending love from Canada 🇨🇦 🐹

[@I-Am-Rock1]

TYSM FOR SAVING THE BABIES!!

[@hamsterium]

wow you have a lot of hamster, thank you so much for doing this

[@karenjohnson9035]

You and your volunteers are wonderful people. Any animal is lucky to be taken in and cared for by you and your team. The world needs more people like you. I am a 51 year old lady from the U.K who has recently just adopted a hamster, my first one since I was a child and I am loving it and have been binge watching your wonderful videos. Seeing my new baby healthy and happy it just breaks my heart when I see some of the rescue stories on your channel. I did make a small donation, I just really wish it could have been more. Keep up the good work. X

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so much for helping. I seriously appreciate it. 😭 And ty for the kind words.

[@d-padqueen1103]

The bright side is those hamsters seem pretty docile, they seem used to being handled. Nice job with your operation ^_^

[@shadokat]

I wish I could help but I live in Utah and can't come up to Washington. We're also on a super tight fixed income with subsidezed rent after being homeless for nearly a year. But I'm with you in spirit! Watching you as you checked each hamster, being so sweet and gentle with each individual one, really warmed my heart. You truly are meant to do this. I will pass your situation on to everyone I know and hope someone can help. Scotty of Scotty's Animals is a total sweetheart, isn't he? I'm surprised he's worked with you, that far north of him. All of you are angels. Thank you again!

[@MunchiesPlace]

We did some transport work out of California so that's how Scott helped us. Thank you so much for your spirit of support. ♥️🐹🙏

[@kerithoma1955]

Monty, thank you for taking an alto sweet baby gerbils that was such a sweet thing you did with the rescue

[@littleangel2084]

I love your work! Fortunately in Poland we have few small animals and birds rescues. More problematic is adoption, people want to quick buy an animal at shop and still a lot of them don't understand that hamster need a vet too

[@awetistic5295]

Those cases are just heartbreaking. I got three rat boys from different animal hoarding cases. One started with two petstore rats and ended with over 600, another one was over 1000. The problems that come from poor genetics and horrible living conditions are so sad. Our sweet boy Kain Highwind has lung and heart issues and at just 1 1/2 years old, his health problems are so bad that we're scared of losing him once again. He's so hyper and just loving life, it's not fair that he won't reach an old age because of his background.

[@xxsparrowxx8568]

Thank you Kayla for helping munchie and all of the fur babies ♥️. Sorry to hear about your health munchie. It will get better. Love ya girl.

[@scarlxt.311r]

You guys are amazing 🤍 there needs to be more people in the world like you two.

[@kimsawmiller7181]

Usually I would try to find hamsters in the wild and keep them as a pet U CANT STOP MEEEE

[@MunchiesPlace]

Just to let you know, hamsters aren't native to America and wild hamsters are aggressive compared to domestic hamsters that are bred in captivity.

[@kimsawmiller7181]

oh sorry.

[@TheKatarinaGiselle]

Commenting to help the algorithm! Y'all are angels! We need more education for proper care of animals (and better regulation). So many people have no idea what they are doing and people who DO are so overwhelmed trying to save all the animals! Please give us an update soon!!!! Thank you both! Can we also have an update on the rougher ones in bad shape that your friend is taking? Have her record along the journey too!!!

[@Crim5onCr0w]

Thank you for taking them in! I was floored when I saw Angel/Christina's post when all the hamsters showed up! Also love Lala's, I adopted a hedgehog from them in last year. You all do such great work!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Ty so much 🐹♥️ yeah it's a lot.....but glad everyone has been separated.

[@kerithoma1955]

Kayla, thank you for all your help for helping Munchy out. She really appreciates it.

[@polarmac5734]

Munchie, you're doing amazing, you are so strong for powering through all of this and uploading the process on top of that. I hope you know that we see how dedicated you are. Ive been watching you for a year now and your bright light never stops shining even in the darkest places. Whatever happens with these hammies, you and Kayla both are absolute saints, and I hope things go as smoothly as possible. I plan on helping out where I can. Bless you both

[@polarmac5734]

I donated a prevue enclosure and a 178L bedding, I hope it reaches you well! Love from Canada

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so very much. 😭 You're too kind with your words. I hope I can continue to keep that bright light shining on for you and others. It can be hard at times but I'll keep doing my best. Ty so much.

[@YochevedDesigns]

I've been dealing with fibromyalgia for over 20 years, and the only thing that helps is CBD. I really like the "Happy Garden" brand gummy bears. Good luck with all the new arrivals!

[@Binky-_-]

Thank you for taking care of the fuzzy little guys! ❤ I've seen how some of the other rescues are dealing with them, and the little fluff balls are a hand full! I wish you luck! I'm pretty experienced with hamsters if you need some help with foster homes. But I'm praying for you guys!❤

[@soitgoes_1334]

Y'all are angels! 😇 Those poor Hamsters.. I'm so happy they ended up with y'all. Praying for y'all to have all the strength you need to get through this for those fur babies because they deserve it.

[@conorread2568]

Omg, I remember years ago I was obsessed wuth this Chanel years ago for like 2 months straight, and I just wanted to see what happened! And oh shoot, I am so surprised at this!!

[@6millioncyphrs]

Just sent a bit to the rescue PayPal. Hope it helps and best of luck with all the hamsters and all the potential pregnancies to come 😮❤

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you very much!🙏🐹♥️

[@CeltycSparrow]

I am giving both of you ladies a big hug and saying God bless you. I can't even IMAGINE taking on THAT MANY hamsters in one fell swoop. Ya'll are truly heroes for saving these babies and giving them your time and care and attention, so they wouldn't just be destroyed by the kill shelter because there was so many of them.

[@chrys_3636]

I have fibro too, and a lot of things I want and/or need to do. You'll hear a lot of advice from a lot of people about what you should take and what you should do. Here's mine: listen to your body, and don't let anyone make you believe what you experience isn't real (ESPECIALLY healthcare workers). All is not lost! You got this! Thank you for working so hard for these hamsters!

[@lunarebear]

just donated!! thank you for all you do, I donated on behalf of the sweetest hamster periwinkle that gave me so much joy about 15 years ago now ❤️ he was my little buddy and we did everything together, he would climb my arms and stay on my shoulder as I walked around the house I miss the little bundle of cuddly joy he was ❤️ hamsters are a gift in small packages and I don’t know how anyone could allow such a thing to happen and not do anything sooner! thank you for being their much needed protector 💞

[@KimWilliamsmixupchannel]

Ladies I'm from the UK your doing a wonderful job I love mice and hamsters I grew up as a kid having them as pets one at a time now I'm a adult I have a greyhound rescue dog they are all great pets

[@ameliehebert7480]

I understand the struggle with fibromyalgia way too well. Hope you'll be able to managed it. It's been 9 years since my diagnose. Love what you do for small pets.

[@bumble_bee88]

It's been a joy fostering one of these guys. Thank you so much for all you do 💜

[@Narniaforever88]

Thank you for taking them all in 🫂💕

[@-_YouMayFind_-]

200 hamster! like how in earth was that even able to happen. That must have been horrifying

[@MunchiesPlace]

I can't imagine that. That's way too many, even for us. 50+ is too many for me imo but I am able to manage it thanks to support and physical help from Lalas and my foster homes.

[@victorc4_1234]

Thank you for what you do

[@garymurdoch8196]

I love hayla she is sooo wonderfully wot she does for our little hamhams all the best kaka xx

[@giovannisingergs4159]

I am so glad these hamsters are with you two because I know they're going to get great care and you guys are going to help them funny good loving family

[@haizha7112]

Love you guys ❤️ and thank you for helping the lovely hamsters🙏🏼✨🌸

[@dreamsmpwarrior3456]

The world needs more people like you!

[@CosmicHamsters]

Thank you for all you do and thanks for shouting out Carrie at Home Sweet Hammy Home. As i am sure you know, like yourselves she is going to need all the help she can get sorting out the mess the sandiego and tuscon human societies have caused. You all have such big hearts ❤

[@JaciHirschi]

You both are so amazing! To save these tiny lives and give them a better chance to be in a loving home is so incredible. Thanks for all you do.

[@maryw.5779]

I really wish you were based near Rochester NY. My dwarf hamster passed of old age this Spring, but I knew I was going to get my knee replaced this Summer. Once I'm healed and can take care of another hamster, I intend to take someone in. My problem is that none of the rescues near me have hamsters now, or even tend to have them regularly. I don't have a car, so I can't go to the other side of the state, or to Canada, where I have found some. No luck in Buffalo, either, where I have family. Maybe someone will need to put up a hamster for adoption by the time I'm fully healed.

[@LeeLeeRuester]

Home Sweet Hammy Home is my local small animal rescue! She’s the best!

[@blep1317]

Poor babies 🙁 I'm glad y'all have them! Hope they get good homes!

[@joemaster1360]

Thank you for taking care of them, my hamster died couple days ago I had him since July, 30, 2021 and he passed away Aug 28, 2023. His name is Iggy thank you for taking them in and caring for them

[@Revelation21-4-]

You are amazing to take them all on. I say a big thank you . Hamsters are creatures close to my heart because I had a hamster named Roach and I loved him so much. Sadly he went over the rainbow bridge in February but at least I know that my son and I gave him a happy life.

[@luvericaa]

I unfortunately can’t donate but my heart goes out to people who do things like this. You and Lala’s Rescue are unbelievable for doing this and I hope you get all your funds! ❤

[@sharonread7674]

Hi fellow Fibro... person. Keep up the good work. We are Guinea Pig nuts from Europe.We have 2 at the moment. We learned all we know about their care from Saskia at L A Guinea Pig Rescue and Scotty's Animals. Please take care to eat and drink regularly otherwise your Fibro... will feel worse. Good Luck. 🐹

[@hugoweaving6275]

You are very brave and incredibly kind and organized.

[@littlelightz]

Thanks for all you do!

[@MunchiesPlace]

So nice of you, thank you so much for helping out

[@princesscelestria]

i always adopt i never buy i love my small mammals i have had hammys for years and i understand looking after one is hard never mind that many i am proud of u guys

[@syrusborlan3345]

Wow, just wow! On a positive note, finally got the paypal i was asking for! Hopefully 60$ will be a good start to provide the necessities for them To anyone that sends money via super thanks, bear in mind that only around 70% of it goes to munchie, i'd strongly advise paypal instead :)

[@googleemail2368]

Thank you for letting me know this. I will send any donations via paypal from now on. 🙂

[@littlebuddiesrefuge]

Thank you endlessly for your compassion and selfless work. You are so strong. Sending so much love, this story is heartbreaking

[@margaretespinoza4492]

I Purchased $40 worth of items from your Amazon wish list. I live in New Mexico so this the way I can help out a bit. I wish you luck.

[@MunchiesPlace]

Awesome thank you for helping out the hamsters b♥️🐹🙏 let's hope no one needs vet care from this intake *knocks on wood*.

[@asneakyproduction7144]

You guys are doing so well Munchie

[@WasKins_YT-BACK-ON-NOV15]

Honestly, I would love to take in a rescue and adopt it from you. You guys are truly amazing and thank you for saving their lives.

[@rurounikun9784]

You guys are literal angels. I know it's a tough job but i can't thank you guys enough for rescuing these poor babies. Love you ❤❤❤

[@IIfamation]

The both of you are absolute saints! Thank you so much for helping out these little hammies ❤. Also I’m curious about how you will be handling this number of hamsters, and about how your foster-home situation is going. Are you currently accepting/looking for more foster homes for this huge rescue or is most of the operation going to stay at the main house.

[@MunchiesPlace]

Looking for fosters within King County or if people can travel within reasonable distance.

[@zachjake8367]

Sending the best to yall🤍

[@nicnaknoc]

Rescue is lovely and Im frigging impressed by the ppl who took in all of these sweet animals - cuz to be honest my thought when I heard that there were hamsters free breeding in the walls my kneejerk reaction was: "That is pest control - gas the place!" and not anywhere near rescue

[@amandalinthicum1220]

I sent some bedding, food, and chew toys. It should be coming by the end if the week. Lots of love from Virginia!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Ty so very much 🙏♥️🐹

[@BrendaDrummond]

Thanks for letting us hear the story of these 50-some intakes. You and Kayla are angels! I look forward to updates about these guys. PS-your laugh is the absolute best 😂

[@snollygosted]

Thank you so much for everything you do! Such sweet animals, it's awesome that you're able to help even in such an overwhelming situation. Wishing you well!

[@thepestilence5796]

thank you youre so kind you are an angel ❤❤

[@Saf333]

My mom and i once agreed to take in a single kitten... we ended up with 4, all of whom were sick. It was intense with just that much.... i can't even imagine so many...

[@Nyxeara]

Thank you both for the time and effort you spent to help these animals. 🥰🥰

[@michellekrauth196]

I wish I could get that black hamster. It’s beautiful!

[@In-memory-of-john]

Your are amazing 😍 we love and appreciate you so much ❤

[@cassidyfriedman73]

I really wish i lived closer to a rescue i would kill to volunteer

[@myleithomas6350]

you are the best for doing that you a so kind

[@margaretbashaar7330]

Thank you so much for all you both do for these little creatures. It feels like every small animal rescue around me right now is absolutely overwhelmed with intakes - I wish more people were as good to animals as you both are

[@Jelly_Tots]

Your amazing, love to the Hamsters

[@surestar74]

I sent you a cage from your Amazon wish list, scheduled to arrive on the Sept 15th. I wish you luck ❤

[@Personalityphotographer]

I wish I could take a couple off your hands

[@twinkletoes2717]

Well done you two Angels

[@JulieMair123]

Sent a little donation, sorry its not much. Thank you for saving all these little ones. I myself take in unwanted hamsters as my pets and know how hard it is to look after 3 at a time so can't imagine looking after over 50 😱. I Usually take in eldery or those with problems, they seem to find their way to me somehow. 😂

[@Bristlefurr]

When I worked at Petco, an associate of the store purchased two of the winter white dwarf hammies from the same litter and when she brought them home, one hamster had bitten the head straight off her sister. She found them like that in the morning after going to sleep. She was in such shock and distress that she couldn't bear to keep the killer hamster and tried to return her to the store. I knew what was gonna happen to that hammy, Petco/Smart doesnt 'rehab' animals. If they get returned for being dangerous or biting, they get killed and trashed. Unceremoniously. So i took that Hammy home so she didnt starve to death at the bottom of a dumpster on 110 degree desert heat. She was awesome, i named her Jenova and she lived almost 4 years before she got fave polyps that suffocated her.

[@kalean9503]

you are amazing Ladies 💯😘

[@tessabauer1100]

It's amazing what you've done 🐹🐹🐹👍

[@katringibbins4270]

This is my nigthmare. I have gerbils since childhood and i repeatedly have nigthmares about finding escaped, multiplied and in need of housing gerbils in random boxes and behind furniture etc. The original owner lived my nigthmare.

[@ketowithstacy8882]

Wow. So many cuties. How in the heck can you handle them like that? I've had both of my boys for months and can't hold them yet. They won't let me and I'm terrified of getting bitten.

[@AnnieTsukino]

Thank you

[@Raven-Jomi]

I wish I could adopt some of them, but I live in Norway

[@KayRay2013]

Hopefully you get the certification needed and possibly fine a reputable live animal shipping company! I'm in ohio and always wanted to adopt from you bc I know they're coming from a good place and they need homes ❤

[@MunchiesPlace]

Shipping hamsters who cannot handle stress well, is not a good idea. Especially those under 3 months since their immune systems are still developing. We wouldn't advise this and would suggest adopting locally via Petfinder.com for rescues in your area.

[@evilhappybunny55]

If I was near I would take one ;-; my little retsuko passed a few months back

[@ProgNaut]

Thanks!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so much for wishing to help out. ♥️

[@ProgNaut]

@@MunchiesPlace you're very welcome!

[@Evercores]

Im getting a new animal on monday so that will be 4 living in my room i couldn’t imagine taking care of 56+ animals

[@Jennifer_Cuevas]

Not me watching this from WA… lol!

[@Saf333]

Oh wow... this is insane...