How to Set Up a Hamster Cage

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How to Set Up a Hamster Cage
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Hamsters are excellent pets for teenagers andalike but are unfortunately very much misunderstood. They are territorial creatures that like to dig and burrow as well as being very active and energetic. Hamsters are also very clean animals and when you have one as a pet it is up to you to provide and maintain a hygienic home for them. It is important to provide your hamster with as good a living environment as possible so they dont get bored and stressed. The cage is the most important investment you will make for your hamster so think about what your hamster needs for a healthy and happy home before you make a purchase. Research hamster cages. First of all you need to think about what kind and size of cage you need to make your hamster as happy and content as possible. The minimum amount of floor space required for hamsters is 450 sq inches. Keep that in mind as most pet stores sell hamster cages that are far too small and costly. Bin cages are cheap and big. look up how to make a hamster bin cage and a lot of videos and articles will show up. They are easy and cheap to make and definitely worth the time. Be sure that whichever cage you choose it is one which has a solid floor so that you can provide ample bedding material for digging and burrowing. Wire or mesh floors can also cause a painful disease called Bumblefoot.

Buy a big cage as big as possible There are three most popular minimums and although it is not the law you should get a cage that is big enough. The American minimum is on the small side. The German minimum is best but the RSPCA minimum will do. You cannot connect multiple smaller cages to make the minimum as hamsters need the space to run around as they would in the wild. The minimums are

Or use a second hand cage. Its best to start with a new cage but if you buy or use an old one clean it with mild baby soap and rinse throughout. To take away the smell of the of the previous occupant you can also use a mixture of white vinegar and water but only do this occasionally. You can also get some pet safe disinfectant spray or wipes

Decide where to put the cage. You should take care when deciding where you will put the cage as this will contribute to the overall wellbeing of your hamster. You want to avoid extremes of heat so keep it out of direct sunlight and dont put it next or a radiator or other heat source. Equally dont put it somewhere very draughty. If you dont want to keep it in the house you can put it in a frost free garden shed or garage but provide more bedding if you do this.It can take a hamster as long as two weeks to become adjusted to their new environment
A hamster won't be happy just in a plastic cage; you have to give it bedding as well
It's not enough to simply cover the cage or tank bottom

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