Hamster cages are often are rectangular shaped and have large steel doors. When investing in a hamster cage make sure it is easy for you to go in and clean! With your hands of course!  Make sure the plastic on the bottom is thick and durable and the steel bars are thick! Hamsters have strong teeth and you don’t want your pet chewing through the cage in the middle of the night!

Aquariums make great hamster cages and boast a better view as well! Aquariums give your hamster the space they need to grow! If you decide to use an aquarium as a hamster cage then make sure you replace the glass top with a wire mesh about a 1centimeter thick!  Since hamsters cannot tolerate much heat, the wire mesh will give your pet as much air they require and therefore help them to adjust to room temperature.

Hamster cages need to be decorated just like any ideal living room! The cozier you make it for your hamster the longer they will survive. Start by putting wood shavings on the bottom of the cage and make sure you keep them moist. You don’t want your hamster chewing at them and find yourself replacing it the very next day!  Try using wood other than cedar as it gives out a lot of oils that could be harmful to your hamster’s respiratory system!

Use your imagination when creating the perfect environment for your hamster. Hamster cages can be decorated with toys, a small bed and even a hamster wheel!  Cleaning the hamster cage should be done once a week by first placing your hamster in a hamster ball! Use a moist cloth to get rid of all the dust. Your hamster cage will make it easier for you to clean while having fun with your hamster at the same time!