The cage is ideal for rats, hamsters, chinchillas and other small-sized pets. The cage comes with three shelves and three ladders forming a multi-floor system. This cage is part of our space-saving range and is easily collapsible for storage.
It’s perfect! I mean, it’s not small, but rats need lots of space. Really easy to put together (though the instructions could be a bit clearer) with a bit of patience. Importantly: the space between the bars is about 1cm, so our 3 baby ratties are perfectly safe with no chance of escape!
The lower deck is perfect for them to hide away (so if you ever want to see your rats, maybe don’t bother putting that bit in - we got a ‘medium cottage’ from a shop which works well for them and us!)
The bottom of the cage is solid plastic, so nowhere for the rats to get their feet stuck and hurt themselves.
I spent WEEKS researching cages online and every one I looked at had a problem (wire bases, gaps too big, bright pink plastic, etc) but this one really does tick all boxes.
The wheel was cracked on arrival, but that doesn’t bother me because rats shouldn’t have wheels anyway. And the door clasps needed a bit of tightening - found that out when we came down in the morning and one door was open! Thankfully the rats had decided not to break out and we’re safe in their bed.
Remember that rats chew EVERYTHING so probably don’t use the plastic food bowl either - get a ceramic one (or two) but the wooden ramps and platforms are safe.
My babies also love the little house - all 3 like to snuggle in there together.
Excellent cage, worth the price
Oh, one last thing - make sure you put the side with the doors on the right way up first time. It’s a pain when you’ve built the thing and then have to dismantle it again! The clasp should be at the top and the doors open downwards.. Anonymous. Fri May 05 2023