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      • Hamster Cage 101
      • Cage Shopping List
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      • Ikea Detolf
      • Tank Cages
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  • About Cheeks
    • Breeding Ethics
    • Meet The Founders
    • Why choose Cheeks?
  • Our Hamsters and Adoption
    • Adoption Info
    • Litters
  • Suitable Cages & more
    • Hamster Cage 101
    • Cage Shopping List
    • Niteangel
    • Bin Cages
    • Ikea Detolf
    • Tank Cages
  • Accessories
    • Wheel Info
    • Sand
    • Playpen
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Bin Cages

What is a bin cage?

Bin cages, as you might guess, are hamster cages made out of storage bins! They are the most economical hamster cage option, and can be super fun to make!


Our sister site, California Hamster Association, has more info if you are planning on making a bin cage!

Take me to the CHA

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!

50 Gallon Stacker

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!

Recommended Tutorials

https://hammyhappenings.wordpress.com/diy-hamster-cage-bin-cage/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hueoPvb9_M4

Links marked with an * are affiliate links, from which we earn a small commission.

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Thanks for Considering Cheeks!

The application form is open but please note that I do not know how long the wait will be. I do not ship or personally deliver hamsters and I only provide 1 hamster at a time. 


If you are interested in rescues, Snow White's Rescue Cottage in Camarillo and Hamster Rescue in Santa Ana (on instagram) are a great option. 


Xoxo, Cheeks