Let's See Your Cages (May 2016)

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[SabreRose]

My Syrians new Alexander cage. In love with it.
Thinking of upgrading my dwarf to one as well. Hahah

[JLPrairie]

Woah, SabreRose, that's a really nice set-up. I especially liked the playground on the right shelf (not the Puzzle Playground, the wooden one). Where did you get it?

[SabreRose]

Originally Posted by JLPrairie

Woah, SabreRose, that's a really nice set-up. I especially liked the playground on the right shelf (not the Puzzle Playground, the wooden one). Where did you get it?

Aw thank you. I'm thrilled with how it turned out. Hope my girl is enjoying it.
I got it on amazons. Here's the link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00...derland+bridge
Bit pricey but cute. The roof only sits on top though, not connected or clipped in so I didn't think it was very safe.

[JLPrairie]

Another thing to add to my Amazon wish-list!

[mbytsko]

Originally Posted by littlemissmandy3

I love seeing everybody sharing their cages and taking inspiration (and often information) from each other, and as the last one was created over a year ago, I felt like it was time to get going with an up to date cages thread

Personally my cage is 44 by 32 cm and the hight is 44 cm is that ok for a dwarf hamster?

[AmityvilleHams]

That size wouldn't be suitable for any species In terms of a size that would actually be suitable,it's going to depend at least somewhat on what species you have.

Luckily in the US there are some decent options.Premade cages just aren't worth going with though,as there are a select few available which are somewhat decent for a decent range of dwarf hamsters(not Russians on the larger side though,as they're around 80 cm x 50 cm but 100 cm x 50 cm would be better)but they cost a ridiculous amount of money and are online exclusive.

Bin cages and bin cage systems(using multiple directly connected bins,not connected via tubes but instead having parts of their sides cut out and being zip tied together leaving a continuous floorspace if done properly)are one of the best options.They're cheap,simple,and don't require a ton of DIY skill.The only "tools" it really requires are a wood burning knife(around $13 at Walmart I believe)and wire cutters(generally under $10).For around $19 or so,you can get two bins for a multiple bin setup(the floorspace between a Sterilite 105 qt and 64 qt Walmart exclusive bins is superior to that of a 100 cm x 50 cm cage).With the bins you'd only need zip ties(less than $4)and a roll of suitably spaced hardware cloth/wire mesh which like the tools shouldn't be considered part of the individual bin setup cost as it doesn't just last to make a single setup(around $16 at Home Depot).

[JLPrairie]

Adding on to Amity, IRIS Christmas Tree bins cost around $12 at Walmart. Though they are only available seasonally, they make great bin cages, giving about 1000 sq. inches. You can also use IKEA shelving units (the shelves removed, a lid made and attached) or an IKEA detolf (the shelves removed, a lid made and attached).

[InkyPen]

So, this is the current incarnation of Inky's cage:



Cage: Zooplus Alexander Great deals on small pet cages at zooplus: Alexander Small Pet Cage
Wheel: Karlie Wonderland 29cm
Bedding: Fitch https://www.fitchrecycling.co.uk/fit...bale-20kg.html
Nesting material: clean, shredded toilet paper
Food: Harry Hamster

Bottom left image:
Double hammock made from 2 Trixie natural grass hammocks https://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small...95?ref=reorder
Willow tunnel https://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small...39?ref=reorder
Ladder - long bendy bridge https://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small...93?ref=reorder
Trixie sand blasted branch (made from grapewood) https://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small...14?ref=reorder
Trixie digging tower (Inky's preferred sleeping place! Base was removed after she peed on it - it just slides out - and the ladder has already been removed) http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small_...7841?rrec=true
Rosewood foraging pineapple (technically a bird toy!) - bought in a local pet shop
Tupperware (Wilko) + Tiny Friends Farm bathing sand
Rope ball - one of a set of three http://www.wilko.com/small-pet-toys/...y/invt/0303671
Plastic tubes - from a previous, tiny Ferplast cage, attached with cable ties. Pets at Home sell very similar tubes separately
One cardboard coffee cup holder, courtesy of the Waitrose free coffee section! It's turned upside down and I sometimes hide food under there

Bottom right image:
Two wooden hides: came with Zooplus Alexander cage
Trixie Cork tunnel http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small_...tunnels/193470
Rosewood blossom tower http://www.wilko.com/small-pet-food+...r/invt/0437009
Bendy bridge http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/small_...bridges/227525

[Lady Glitter Sparkles]

Just finished Lady Glitter Sparkles cage and I am quite pleased with it.
Although I have noticed a small problem..... when her pouches are full she can't fit in the tubes!!!