I wanted to buy this for Chinchilla but read many reviews that it is not good for them. What are your opinions? Seems like this is better for Rats?
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I'm not sure, because I bought mine for my two rats and they seem to love it. I heard they are big chewers if that's the case I couldn't get this exact one because the ramps and levels are all made out of plastic. But you can't always go by that, because rats chew everything.....yet mine has never chewed up nothing...but their toys. The ramps are kinda steep. Hope this was helpful. Good luck.
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I think it would be way too small. It's also not very sturdy. I have done some research on Chinchilla's and I just don't think this would hold up. Also Chinchilla's chew and they are not supposed to have plastic shelves for that reason. It could cause a blockage.
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This cage wouldn't be good for chins, trust me. Maybe one if you like seeing a animals in small places.. But for two is defiantly out of the question if you ask me. As far as rats go.. I have two in this cage right know. And they chewed threw three basis.. I finally had to think of something new for the bottom. Honestly.. I would not wast your money.. Save up alittle more and get something you will not regret getting
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I have heard chinchillas like to chew, so this is probably not the best cage for them. To be honest, although my rats absolutely loooved this cage, they ended up chewing through the base in several places within a couple months, and we had to replace it with an all-metal cage. I bet a chinchilla would do the same.
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If you only have one, it's perfect. There are three floors for him to move in and the running wheel for exercise. Our chinchilla has not damaged the cage in any way, but he is also given healthy toys to chew on. I do not use the ramps because I believe that would be a temptation. I have never owned a rat, but with their destructive nature, I would not put them in anything plastic.
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We bought this cage for our Grandsons new pet Chinchila,so far we are very satisfied with it
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I have my chinchilla in this cage and she loves it - lots of room to bounce around and I have a hammock hanging in the top the she sleeps in. She is older and her buddy recently passed so we are looking to adopt an older chin, but I think the cage could easily accommodate up to three chins. The one thing I dislike about this cage is how easily the area around it gets covered in poo. I have added plexiglass to the lower back portion to protect my walls and that has worked great. Hope this helps.
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Does anyone know if this works on rats? I have pet rats that I allow to run around most of the time, but recently discovered they are chewing up some VERY important wires and that I need to deter this behavior pronto! Please, anyone who knows, share your experiences with me.
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I have a REALLY big boy rat. Works just perfect for him. Also works wonderfully for my babies girl rats too
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I tried it for my rat and sadly soon he learned to chew through it and get out. Nothing kept him from escaping. Sorry! Deb
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Seems to work OK...I keep mine under cover so it does not get Wet... Don't know about HIGH HEAT. Rats are more Weary about NEW things... Mine catches Mice fine... But still waiting for a Rat.... I have tried Peanut Butter and Dog Food... Thinking about Bacon....Of course I also have to Contend with Ants going for the Bait also on Any NON_WINTER time. Not fun!
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How do u mean? I have 2 chinchillas that are using the cage. From what I know about sugar gliders (wish I could have them here in Hawaii but can't) I think it would suffice because it's tall enough for them to move around (they need more of a tall area vs a big low cage, right? ). My chins love it and they can't chew threw the bottom like superpet cages that have the metal bars but the bottom is plastic.
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It should be good for rats, as they are similar in size to the squirrels that we use the trap on. I think mice might be a little small though.
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It's fine for one rat. But rats are social, and we have a mama and her two daughters. The cage is too small for three grown rats. It is chew proof though.
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Mine hasn't worked for ANYTHING. Deer love it, birds, I'm surprized it hasn't drawn in RATS.worthless.
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Did not use it for this purpose... Only used outdoors for rabbits... Don't know how it would work for rats.
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I think the size is great for a chinchilla. But I would worry about the top shelf because it is just wire and not a plastic tray. Chinchillas have such delicate little feet I don't know if they could walk on it comfortably. You could probably line it with something. I do that for my ferrets. I line the top with fleece.
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I would think that it would work on rats also. I have not had any rats (I don't think) just mice, shrews and ants.
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Hi, I don't know if it works for rats. My problem is with very smart field mice. There are several web sites that give good advice for rodent problems. I will say I did try a mole sonic device in the ground near my problem area. This is suppose to work for all rodents. It did not work. Maybe you would have better luck. Hope you find an good idea that works. Good luck
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I honestly don't know about rats but why not give it a try? It's not that expensive. I heard it gives off a high pitch tone that bothers their ears. Good luck!
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My ferrets have chewed on it a little and haven't done damage really. But this was also only on the ends. They don't seem to try and chew from within the tunnel, but it could be different for rats as well.Your best bet is to give it a try and see how it goes. It's only $20 so it's not too much and if they like it, it's fun to watch them play in it.
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Ferrets are more destructive than rats, this will absolutely work for rats. Fleece is great for any rodents/weasels etc because they don't eat it, and it fits tightly enough so they treat it as the ground rather than a material to burrow i between.