DIY cage

[Cookiemistress]

Hi, i'm planning to make a bin cage in time for a hammy for xmas. I've found a "tutorial" but just wondering if people have any tips on the process when you've made yours.
Also what dimensions do i need to be looking for?

[Cookiemistress]

Also should the mesh go on the inside or outside?

[poppiet]

Most people go as big as they can but it might depend on what type of hamster you're planning to get.

I used a Really Useful Box (145L) but other people have used the 84L size. This is the most expensive box but there is nothing inside that can be chewed to get out.

I put the mesh on the inside fixed with cable ties. If you put it on outside, there is an edge which your hamster can chew and possibly hurt themselves on.

I cut the mesh a bit bigger that the hole and doubled over the edges, putting the cut edge on box side rather than on the side where your hamster can reach it. I flattened down the edges all round - you should be able to run you hand over the mesh from the inside without feeling any rough bits.

Hope this helps

[Cookiemistress]

It does thank you