Rosewood Pico Hamster Cage, Extra Large, Silver

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Roborovskii hamsters: A very sociable breed Robrovskii hamsters are nocturnal but very sweet-natured. What are the types of hamster cages? Some cages, like the Pico XL above, mean there are already lots of attachments included. Other cages, like the Ferplast Favola Two-Tier leave space for you to add your own. There is a huge selection of cages available for your Syrian hamster, below are a few of our favourites: Rosewood Pico XL Hamster Cage

EASY CLEAN DESIGN: All components of the Pico Hamster Cage are fixed to the wire top, allowing for effortless cleaning. Simply lift the wire top off, and all parts are removed, leaving you with an easy-to-clean base, ensuring a hygienic and hassle-free environment for your pets. Hamster bin cage: Not so common, a hamster bin cage is really simple - it’s just a plastic storage bin with a lid and the most affordable type of hamster cage you can get. As long as you drill holes for ventilation this DIY type of cage will suit any type of hamster. Alaska hamster cage: The most common type of hamster cage, also known as a wire-top cage often has a plastic base with a wire mesh top which makes it easy to fix water feeders and toys to the sides. They can come in varying sizes and provide lots of space for your pet.Wooden hamster cage: If you’re looking to get your DIY on and want to make your own hamster cage, you can easily make one out of wood. Make sure your wood is untreated as the hamster is likely to chew on it. Similarly, use no glue as this can be poisonous. Syrian hamsters are one of the most popular pets, and for good reason! These wonderfully cute animals are normally tame, clean and easy to handle. As their name suggests, this variety of hamster originates from Syria and surrounding countries of the Middle East. Syrian hamster: They are also known as Golden hamsters and are large and solitary. Syrian hamsters are the most popular breed to keep as a pet as they are easy to handle. The cage that you buy your Syrian hamster will be their main environment, so should provide enough space and enrichment to keep them happy and healthy. It is very important that the cage you buy isn’t too small as this will lead to stress and pain for your hammie. It is possible to buy a number of different types of cages, with some comprising a more standard looking one-piece cage, others are a network of smaller cages that link up into a larger overall environment, and there are also enclosures which have a cage on top of a glass tank. All provide different benefits, but overall the golden rule is that you should look to get a cage that is as big as possible for the space you have. What are the best Syrian hamster cages? Hamster bin cage: The most affordable style of a hamster cage, the hamster bin cage is simply a plastic storage bin with a lid. As long as you drill holes for ventilation this DIY type of cage will suit any type of hamster.

We know that buying a hamster cage can be confusing. Do you need to upsize if you have more than one, choose a wire top or plastic tank, and how much space does your little friend need? No need to worry anymore, as we have the best options to make your pet feel right at home. We've put together the best hamster cages for your little friend. Another cage with multiple levels, this one from Ferplast is mostly made from plastic, with smaller barred areas for ventilation. The cage is really roomy, with lots of room for toys and space for your hammie to run around. The tunnel sections of this cage can be used to connect with other enclosures. The different parts of the cage easily clip and unclip, making it very easy to clean. These aren’t the only breed of hamster that you can own as pets, their cousins include smaller Chinese and dwarf Roborovski hamsters. Each type of hammie has it’s own specific requirements and Syrian hamsters have a few notable differences to other breeds, these include: However, while it may be tempting to grab a cage for a gerbil or rabbit to make as much space as possible, you just need to make sure the gaps between cage bars are small enough. Larger cages often mean larger bars and you don't want your hamster escaping! ActivitiesRussian dwarf hamster: Similar to a winter white, Russian dwarf hamsters are also small but not as easy to handle. They make good pets and have a life span of around two years.