Grey Syrian hamster with white chest
Description
I lost my little grey Syrian hamster yesterday around 3pm near the Walmart on Oakland Park Blvd in Lauderdale Lakes. It's about 4 inches long, with a soft grey coat and a white belly. There’s a tiny crescent-shaped white patch on its left ear and a faint rust-colored stripe along its spine. I last saw him darting into the hedge area behind the parking lot, but he may have wandered into the adjacent grassy lot. He’s been a part of my daily routine since I adopted him last year after my grandma passed away, and I’m really worried about him. If anyone spots him, please email me at [email protected] so I can arrange a quick, safe pickup.
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