In the same way that a plastic bin can be modified to be a great living area for a hamster, we can use this rat cage and use
it as a hamster habitat (ironically, it isn't a very good rat cage at all).
Not exact matches
Ironically, there are currently so few Syrian
hamsters in Syria that they are classified
as endangered in their native
habitat.
The habitrail cristal is a
hamster habitat that serves
as a safe and secure living area for
hamsters.
If you end up with a
hamster who is wearing out their
habitats, you may want to consider opting for a chew - proof
habitat such
as an all - metal enclosure, chew - proof cage like the cages from Martin's Cages listed below, or an aquarium.
Based on personal preference, glass aquariums (at least 30 gallon), rabbit cages, ferret and
hamster cages, and even sterilite containers can all be used to house a hedgehog
as long
as improvements are made to suit their
habitat.
The Syrian
hamster is quite easy to care for and requires a cage with a
habitat area
as well
as food and water.
That is why this article will inform you on the best practices in regards to cage safety, minimum
habitat requirements,
as well
as what are the best
hamster cages on the market for your
hamster.
If you have more than one
hamster, use an exercise alternative that will be safe for all members in the
habitat, such
as allowing the
hamsters to play outside of the cage each day.
If you end up with a
hamster who is wearing out their
habitats, you may want to consider opting for a chew - proof
habitat such
as an all - metal enclosure or an aquarium.
Hamster cages with tube connectors, such
as Crittertrail, Habitrail or Critter Universe cages can provide a fun, expandable
habitat for dwarf
hamsters where the sky is the limit
as far
as how you configure your cage.
Make sure the sick
hamster has a way to escape the bright light
as in providing a
hamster house to hide in and make sure not to over heat the
habitat.
You should always wash your hands before and after reaching into the
habitat or handling your
hamster as well.
Often, your
hamsters will choose one corner of their
habitat to use
as a bathroom.
In short, these
hamster handling tips will help make your new
hamster transition from its old home at the pet store to its new
hamster habitat at your house with
as little stress on it
as possible.
Gerbils tend to chew a lot more than
hamsters,
as well, so plastic
habitats are not ideal.
An aquarium designed for fish can also be used
as a
hamster tank
habitat.