MidWest Homes for Pets Deluxe Critter Nation Double Unit Small Animal Cage (Model 162)

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The Critter Nation Double is also a great choice for anyone with larger pets such as ferrets who need a larger cage with more room than many provide. Exercise Balls: these are harmful to all animals. Their limbs can easily get caught in the slits as they walk/run in them, they provide little airflow/ventilation, and most rodents have poor eyesight, relying more on touch and smell. Being in a ball severely limits these senses, causing them to panic and continuously run to try to find a way out. This causes unnecessary stress and a likely chance of physical harm. Cleaning: Regular cleaning is important to maintain the hygiene and health of your pets. The full-width double doors, adjustable shelves, and slide-out pans make cleaning the cage easy.

Chinchillas like heights and prefer to perch up high to survey their surroundings," Whimsy of Whimsy's Menagerie, a chinchilla rescue organization based in Virginia, told The Spruce Pets. "Ledges and cage accessories arranged as landing points from one to another are ideal." This can make it really confusing for new rat owners, and leaves a lot of rats in woefully small quarters. Rats are not like mice, and cannot be housed in glass tanks or plastic cages – they require at least 3 sides of their enclosure to allow for airflow. For this reason, metal cages make the best home for rats. An alternate to the Bass Equipment pans would be to drop a Home Depot cement mixing tub into the bottom of your Critter Nation. This provides a good depth for offering natural digging behaviors – but is not chew-proof. The MidWest Homes for Pets Deluxe Critter Nation Double Unit Small Animal Cage is relatively expensive compared to other small animal cages on the market. The Critter Nation Double level will last for many years, making it a more economical choice than some cheap pet cages.

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One of the tabs for inserting the roof of the cage was bent so far out of shape that I couldn't slot it in perfectly. However, the tabs that were in place were sufficient enough to keep the roof on, though it is a little slanted. My Chinchilla loves his new mansion! This cage gives him a lot of space to run around, explore, jump, and find new nooks to hid out in. The double doors and removable trays make cleaning the cage really easy. The cage is very sturdy and durable and I am not worried about any of the bars breaking from the constant jostling of my chins metal flying saucer attached to the cage, which was starting to wear and break down the bars in his previous cage ( Edible houses/logs (Snak Shak, Edible Logz, etc.) These are harmful when ingested due to the materials, not all being edible. They try to consume it all since they’re covered in honey) Also for bedding, we recommend kiln-dried pine bedding or kiln-dried aspen. This is safe to use and we find it easier to clean. We do not recommend fleece solely as bedding. We see and know of many cases where rats tend to get Uri infections. You should be cleaning out your cages at least once a week or twice depending on how many rats you have.

We do hope that you enjoyed taking a sneak peek at these 6 breeders’ rat cage setup and that it is giving you ideas to set up your own cages. As you can see, a good rat cage setup is not that complicated – rats do like to have a large cage and a lot of clutter to snuggle into. Getting this right will ensure that your little mischief will be happy in their cute little habitat. The cage is equipped with a number of features that make it easy to clean and maintain. The full-width double doors make it easy to access the cage and clean the interior, while the adjustable shelves and ramps provide flexibility in designing your pet’s living space. The full-width pans slide out for easy cleaning and replacement, and the sturdy metal construction ensures that the cage will last for years. What is a sugar glider ? visit the link below to find out lots of information about these great creatures The MidWest Homes for Pets Deluxe Critter Nation Double Unit Small Animal Cage is a premium quality cage designed for small animals such as ferrets, rats, chinchillas, and hedgehogs. This double critter nation cage is perfect for pet owners who want to provide their furry friends with a comfortable and safe living space. While the Ferret Nation line of cages is designed specifically for ferrets, many owners use a Critter Nation cage as well since they can be easier to find and are often slightly cheaper. Best prices on Critter Nation Double cageAs you can see, my girls are super excited anytime someone opens their cage. This indicates a happy, healthy rat. Cleaning the cage at least once a week if using bedding, or 2-3 times a week if using linens will help keep them happy and healthy. The great thing about this cage is that you can also turn it into a triple simply by adding one of the add on units . This makes these units really versatile for keeping numerous small animals. Benefits Chew toys (most wooden bird toys work well for rats – feel free to ask about certain ones if you’re not sure)

The cage has a number of features that make it easy to clean and maintain. The full-width pans slide out for easy cleaning and replacement, while the metal wire construction allows for easy wiping and disinfecting. Additionally, the cage comes with a removable shelf cover, making it easier to keep the cage clean and hygienic. Secure and Safe: Some of the most important considerations when shopping for a chinchilla habitat are size, height, and environmental enrichment," Whimsy of Whimsy's Menagerie, a chinchilla rescue organization based in Virginia, told The Spruce Pets. But she emphasized that one quality is more important than any other. "Basically, the bigger, the better." The best tip I can give is that DIY is awesome and Dollar Tree can fill your cage with awesome stuff for cheap!Rats are fossorial by nature, so having a cage that is wide enough to provide ground space is just as important as a cage that includes height. Many new adopters come to me with links to cages that are tall rather than wide. Having a healthy mix of both provides the proper enrichment needs for rats. Additionally, each of my cages has at least two water bottles (never have less than two, in case one gets jammed) and 1-2 water bowls attached to the sides. Not only do the rats enjoy the option of drinking out of a bowl, but they also spend lots of time washing their little faces and hands in it. Throw in a handful of ice cubes before cleaning day, and they really go wild! This also brings me to the size of cages. We prefer Critter Nations as it’s chew-proof and has a good amount of space depending on your mischief size. Also, bar spacing should be 1/2. This prevents any escapes, especially baby ratties. Set-up: Once the cage is in place, add bedding, toys, and other accessories to create a comfortable and stimulating environment for your pets. The cage comes equipped with adjustable shelves and ramps, allowing you to customize the layout of the cage to suit your pets’ needs.