Hamsters available for adoption at Prince William County Animal Shelter

Prince William County, Va. (FOX 5 DC) - Dogs and cats aren't the only furry friends you can adopt from the Prince William County Animal Shelter. The police department posted a tweet Wednesday letting residents know hamsters are also available to those seeking a new pet.

According to the county's Petfinder page under small and furry animals, there are 10 hamsters and gerbils available for adoption, including Lady Whistledown, Chewella Deville and a few babies that need names.

Lady Whistledown, hamster (Photo: Petfinder)

Chewella Deville, hamster (Photo: Petfinder)

Brimsley, hamster (Photo: Petfinder)

Baby gerbil (Photo: Petfinder)

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If you're interested in adoption, you can schedule an appointment by phone at 703-792-6465 or email animalshelter@pwcgov.org.