Hi GP lovers!

I am very interested in getting a GP. My hamsters passed away after 2 years with me. I didnt wanna get more hamsters as I dont get to interact much with them. They tend to run away and they ate 2 generations of their offspring. Kinda disgusted by their act as I did not disturb them during the birth and after and yet they kill their babies. Only 1 generation out of 3 survived. The other generation has fur already and can run about and yet they got eaten. Sigh. Feel said actually. =(

So thought of getting a GP. Mum has a dog so she forbids me to get one. GP is the nearest to a dog for me as my friend has a GP and she is very happy and contented with him. She said he makes cute sounds whenever she's home from work etc. And he interacts with her unlike hamsters. No matter how good I treat them, they still run away. Haha.

Im new to handling GPs and I read that I am recommended to get a pair instead of one. But since Im new, is it hard to handle 2 at once? I wanna care for them but Im worried I may not be able to handle 2. Is it ok if I get just 1?

And Im from Ipoh. Anyone knows of good places to get a healthy GP? Or anyone knows any vets in Ipoh that can treat GPs? Once I confirm getting one, I will scout around too for vets as I really want to keep my pet as healthy as possible. My hamsters were given good food and vitamins but they no appreciate me. LOL. I hope to have a good relationship with a GP. =)