Hi- I'm making a ball pit for my ferret. About how many pkgs would you think it takes to fill an average size storage tub 2/3 of the way full?Thanks
190038
I bought 2 of them, and just used amazon's shipping box - best $12 I've ever spent on these guys!
190039
Well if you are using an average 35gal storage bin...I would say it would take like 3-5 bags of these. Rough estimate though.
190040
About six. Proof below.Assume a container 26 in X 15 in X 10 in. The base has an area of 26 in * 15 in = 390 in^2 = 2.7 ft^2.We want to fill the tub approximately 2/3 full, so let's say a depth of 6 in = 1/2 ft.These balls have a radius of 0.75 in.We can then use this calculator, leaving the packing efficiency at default: http://www.chiliahedron.com/ballroom/This gives us a total of 844 balls, or six packages.
190041
How did the ball pit work for your ferret? Mine have always ignored ping pong balls individually, but i never had a 'pit'.
1381974
I have a plastic container that size that is approximately 6" tall and I put in 2 bags (3lbs). It's an ideal amount, the tall sides keep the sand in it (though it's pretty easy to get back in if it gets knocked out). We don't do castles though...ours is a mini construction site (bulldozer, excavator, etc) and we build roads & cliffs, destroy them, repeat. It's fun stuff. I drilled holes in the lid so I could seal it without drying it out (per the instructions) because I didn't want to dump it on myself getting it down from the high shelf in the closet where it lives when we are not playing with it. I have a plastic container that size that is approximately 6" tall and I put in 2 bags (3lbs). It's an ideal amount, the tall sides keep the sand in it (though it's pretty easy to get back in if it gets knocked out). We don't do castles though...ours is a mini construction site (bulldozer, excavator, etc) and we build roads & cliffs, destroy them, repeat. It's fun stuff. I drilled holes in the lid so I could seal it without drying it out (per the instructions) because I didn't want to dump it on myself getting it down from the high shelf in the closet where it lives when we are not... » Read More I have a plastic container that size that is approximately 6" tall and I put in 2 bags (3lbs). It's an ideal amount, the tall sides keep the sand in it (though it's pretty easy to get back in if it gets knocked out). We don't do castles though...ours is a mini construction site (bulldozer, excavator, etc) and we build roads & cliffs, destroy them, repeat. It's fun stuff. I drilled holes in the lid so I could seal it without drying it out (per the instructions) because I didn't want to dump it on myself getting it down from the high shelf in the closet where it lives when we are not playing with it. « Show Less
1986886
Super easy..... And super small!!! We keep ours inside a Rubbermaid container we purchased from Walmart.... Probably 2' X 2'.... The balls we purchased to put in the jumpy house take up twice the storage space as the jumpy house itself. Our kids LOVE it.. We move the coffee table out of the living room and blow it up on cold winter days.
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In my opinion, I feel that this particular cage is too small for a ferret. I have 3 of these cages...one Degu in each. I feel that this cage is better suited to smaller animals.
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Petco Uses really small ones that aren't a bad size, but the medium is really good. 7 1/2 inches of pure fun! They will enjoy it as my winter white dwarf does. I suggest spending the extra (like, 2 dollars?) and getting a medium. Just make sure you have room for 7 1/2 inch toys. ENJOY! :)
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I started it out at the maximum and put his treats in there until he figured it out. After he figured it out then I did not keep it always at max....just added as I needed to. I also started with a rock under it that was just tall enough he could push off then moved the rock away. But mine was also full grown when I got it.
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We have had ferrets and they are quite smart! I would take a small plastic slip tie and thread it around the holder which the bowl sits in then around a rung of their cage if the cage has a wire mesh to secure it. It would hold up quite well but attaching it to the cage would secure it. Hope that makes sense.
1865557
I bought a bag of 300 and it wasn't near enough, that barely covers the pit with 1 layer. We switched to giant foam blocks, it is easier and softer.
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I have ferrets. The plastic balls were almost entirely chewed up in the first week. The green bin has held up well and we replaced the balls with ones made from harder material and it worked out great
1059470
I loved this cage for my ferrets. I only had two of them and it worked great. I know that rats chew quite a bit, and wonder if they would chew on the plastic parts. Aside from that it should work great for one or two.
1826187
The space between the bars is about 1.5 inches wide. Also, not sure if your ferrets can climb, but there is no top on the playpen.
703459
It's 4 inches. I have 15 ferrets and two of these tubes. It's the 2nd set in 8 years and they love them. It gives them lots of playtime and exercise!
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It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So far my parakeet misses the plastic holder and hasn't tried the new setup yet. Fingers crossed! It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So... » Read More It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So far my parakeet misses the plastic holder and hasn't tried the new setup yet. Fingers crossed! « Show Less
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Its not as big as it looks. My cat loves the carpet cover, but she is just a little too big to get inside. I kept it because I cannot carry it back to the post office and if she enjoys part of it, thats better than ignoring it. Im not sure how big your ferrets are, but they might like it. Im not really knowledgeable about them. The kitten on top tho, I missed that.
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Goodness NO! I bought this cage based on the Q & A and was disappointed! My green cheeks are currently each in their own 20x24x34.5 cage. They are active and need the space. In my opinion fork out the extra 50 bucks and get something bigger.
520791
I didn't see the previous response to your question prior to answering, but BHedin made a good point about these being cheaper to fill with a larger tub as opposed to the GoGurts.
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When not in use, the ball pit & blower pump(not including the balls) can be packed away loosely into a 20"x15"x15" box, or a large size storage bin. The ball pit was designed for 3~4 small toddlers. 1000 pcs of the larger 3" crush-proof balls will be ideal for the ball pit. Please check Amazon listing: 1000 pcs Crush-Proof Phthalate Free non-PVC Plastic Ball Pit Balls in 5 Colors - 3.1" Air-Filled - Guaranteed Crush-Proof or Your Money Back (for Home Use Only) . However, if you are buying the smaller 2.5" balls, you would need about 2000 pcs instead and would cost you much more money. When not in use, the ball pit & blower pump(not including the balls) can be packed away loosely into a 20"x15"x15" box, or a large size storage bin. The ball pit was designed for 3~4 small toddlers. 1000 pcs of the larger 3" crush-proof balls will be ideal for the ball pit. Please check Amazon listing: 1000 pcs Crush-Proof Phthalate Free non-PVC Plastic Ball Pit Balls in 5 Colors - 3.1" Air-Filled - Guaranteed Crush-Proof or Your Money Back (for Home Use Only) . However, if you are buying the smaller... » Read More When not in use, the ball pit & blower pump(not including the balls) can be packed away loosely into a 20"x15"x15" box, or a large size storage bin. The ball pit was designed for 3~4 small toddlers. 1000 pcs of the larger 3" crush-proof balls will be ideal for the ball pit. Please check Amazon listing: 1000 pcs Crush-Proof Phthalate Free non-PVC Plastic Ball Pit Balls in 5 Colors - 3.1" Air-Filled - Guaranteed Crush-Proof or Your Money Back (for Home Use Only) . However, if you are buying the smaller 2.5" balls, you would need about 2000 pcs instead and would cost you much more money. « Show Less