DIY: The Basics
The Cage
Buy now on Amazon! Be aware that the price does fluctuate. Typical range is between $70-$80.
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FYI: You can ditch The Platform
We suggest removing the grey platform and ramp. It's okay to leave it in, you do you. But the hamster tends to hide under it AND you need room for more toys.
Bedding
The first thing you put in the cage is the bedding. Fill the cage with at least 4 inches of bedding or use the entire bag of this Kaytee Clean and Cozy Paper Bedding. *Amazon affiliate link*
Water Bottle
The best water bottle for this Hamster Paradise is the Oasis Water Bottle. The
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We suggest these 4 oz bottles because the 8 oz bottles are tall and hinder where you can put it but if you want to give the 8oz. a try it's available here! *Amazon affiliate link*
More goodies
Hanging Platform
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
Hamsters like to climb so we need to get them something to climb on so they don't fall and hurt themselves. We use these Fabric Platforms sold on Amazon . Purchase at least 1 size large. If you want to get 2 of them, then you can even get a smaller size for the 2nd one. Mix it up!
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
Piglet's favorite cage toy is his Sputnik. You can hang it from the top or set it on the bottom of the cage. If you want to make it hang from the top, be sure to have it near an item that he can use to climb in and out of it on. For example, set the wood house next to it so they can climb up on the house and then into the Sputnik. We don't want to create a long fall.
Niteangel chambered hideaway
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsus/Quakes/quakes_big.phpSavik Sputnik XL
Niteangel chambered hideaway
Choose from a 2 or 3 chambered model! The lid is removable, giving you super easy access to your sleeping baby. This house is a great project for kiddos because it looks SO cute when painted!
Baskets and trays
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
Niteangel chambered hideaway
You probably have one around the house you can use or check out the Dollar Store, Target or Walmart. All you have to do is zip tie them to the cage. Again we want to place them where they won't nose dive.
Cheeky Hammocks!
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
There is no question that Syrian Hamsters love their hammocks. We make these and sell them at the adoption meet ups so please feel free to ask us ahead of time!
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
Kaytee Woodland Hideaway
Cute and inexpensive little wood house that all hamsters love! Also looks great painted.