I am with the people saying be honest. I would say also, say as little as possible. The people saying he will take his cue from you are right also. See what the child wants to do. Unfortunately we can't shield our children from everythng. I have a daughter who brings home all sorts of animals, some of whch later run away -- no self-respecting cat will stand for being put in dresses -- or turn out to be sick. The saddest was the kitten that had been hit by a car, but we took it to the emergency clinic and I made the decision to let her be there. Sure enough we had to explain, the kitty can't get better and it will hurt for a long time if we don't help it... She cried but petted the cat and said goodbye. She buried it out back with some of her friends, and they had a little ceremony. Closure? Anyway, she was eight and at four your son will need help to bury the hamster, but let him decide what he wants to do is my advice.
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