Bin Cage FAQ's
What Bin Should I Buy?
Currently the only bin that we know meets our minimum of 600 square inches is the Sterilite 50 Gallon Stacker, available at Walmart. During the holiday season, they are available at Target with a red lid!
What tools will I need?
- Something to poke holes in the bin--either a soldering iron or a drill and drill bit.
- Something to cut the windows--either a jigsaw, exact-o knife, or soldering iron.
- Some type of wire covering and a way of cutting it (we will get to this in a moment)
- Plastic zip ties
- A ruler to measure and provide a straight edge
What do I use for Ventilation?
Our favourite option are the barred playpens available at pet stores and amazon*. This is what we use now!
For your first bin cage, wire playgrounds are an awesome option! You simply have to twist the panels apart at the length you need and secure them to the cage--super easy! There are no sharp edges to harm you or your hamster!