Is this good for two female rats? What is the size of the wire spacing?
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I have two adult female rats, one dumbo eared and one as the pet stores call "fancy" rat. My dumbo eared rat loves the cage, and won't escape, but my "fancy" rat has escaped many times. We had to put her in a different cage, which is extremely smaller. My rats love each other probably even more than they love me. It's horrible to have to see them in separate cages.
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yes! there is more than enough room! the spacing Is perfect cause they won't be able to squeeze through! sorry it took so long to reply!
592937
It's quite large and would be a mansion to 2 palm sized rats. The slats are about 1 inch apart, so no small mice in the cage.
592938
As long as they're not babies, I think 2 female rats would love this cage. The bars are exactly 1 inch apart. It's a very well made cage and I'm really glad I got this one. It rolls and the trays inside are easy to clean.
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It will be fine as a temporary cage for babies, however once they about 2-3 month old I would be sure to move them as this would be far too small. One inch spaced bars aren't recommended for female rats- they are smaller than males, even when full grown, and could easily slip out. I would recommend covering the cage you have with the one inch spacing with some hardware cloth (found at home improvement stores), then you can put even the babies in it and avoid having to buy this cage at all.
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I think it might be a little large for rats, there are some spaces in the cage, particularly above the door where the rats may be able to get out. I can fit my (flat) hand through the space above the door, so I'd be a bit worried that may be enough room for a mischievous rat to squeeze through.
608878
Like an inch or maybe a little less. If you have rats, females and younger rats can escape.
427348
The space between bars is the same as a habitat spacing. They shouldn't be able to fit between. Although, we live in the country and I know rodents are crafty and determined, I wire tied the corners so there would be no room for failure. Hope that helps.
2172757
I think rats could use this cage. The spacing was about an inch. Hope that helps :)
1234387
Hello. The wires are spaced at 1/2" apart. Works pretty good for two Australian Shepherds. I am not sure about smaller dogs.
2222411
3-4 millimeters, and a couple of inches across. My rats have no trouble with them at all.
1832461
The gap between the bars is about 3/4 inch. Seems it would have to be a very skinny and nimble rat to escape. Plenty of room; ours houses a chincilla
2268671
Love this cage! measured it for you, in between wire space is 1/2 inch Good Luck!!
1279074
Personally I feel this will not work for rat. I have a Syrian hamster and once she got full size 6-8 inches I felt like it was the perfect size. If your rat is larger than that I wouldn't recommend it due to the health issues it could acquire.
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Hi L - this 1025 cage is just the right trap for rats, once inside they can't escape, the side walls are made of wire mesh that are too small for any rat even the smallest one, to escape. I have ordered one a couple of years ago and this summer I have ordered another one since I see an increase of rat activities in my yard. Don't expect to catch the older rats, they are too smart for this but I do catch young ones daily and actually this is what I want to catch .... the future generations.I never measured the size of the wire mesh but it is just right for such animals, I suspect that you have bought a cage that is not for rats but for bigger animals. Dan Hi L - this 1025 cage is just the right trap for rats, once inside they can't escape, the side walls are made of wire mesh that are too small for any rat even the smallest one, to escape. I have ordered one a couple of years ago and this summer I have ordered another one since I see an increase of rat activities in my yard. Don't expect to catch the older rats, they are too smart for this but I do catch young ones daily and actually this is what I want to catch .... the future generations.I never measured the size of the wire mesh but it is just right for such animals, I suspect that... » Read More Hi L - this 1025 cage is just the right trap for rats, once inside they can't escape, the side walls are made of wire mesh that are too small for any rat even the smallest one, to escape. I have ordered one a couple of years ago and this summer I have ordered another one since I see an increase of rat activities in my yard. Don't expect to catch the older rats, they are too smart for this but I do catch young ones daily and actually this is what I want to catch .... the future generations.I never measured the size of the wire mesh but it is just right for such animals, I suspect that you have bought a cage that is not for rats but for bigger animals. Dan « Show Less
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my 2 female rats were very comfortable in this cage. i had even bought accessories and they all fit nicely very good buy i really recommend it
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No, the spacing is too large for hamsters. Excellent cage for chinchillas, guinea pigs, and adult rats. We use it for a Holland Lop rabbit.
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I don't think the wires are thin; my cage was bought a year ago so don't know if there's been any changes by manufacturer. Unless you're going to have a lot of extra heavy items in the top cage, I see no reason why you can't put a second cage on top. Since the bottom of the cage is a little narrower than the top, I would put a piece of cardboard, cut exactly or even larger than the top, on the top of the first cage, then put the second cage on that. It will help distribute the weight more evenly. I've used the top of my cage as a table...it's held books, houseplants (NOT in heavy ceramic pots!), flashlight, bags of hamster food, 2 liter bottle water. I don't think the wires are thin; my cage was bought a year ago so don't know if there's been any changes by manufacturer. Unless you're going to have a lot of extra heavy items in the top cage, I see no reason why you can't put a second cage on top. Since the bottom of the cage is a little narrower than the top, I would put a piece of cardboard, cut exactly or even larger than the top, on the top of the first cage, then put the second cage on that. It will help distribute the weight more evenly. I've used the top of my cage as a table...it's held books, houseplants (NOT in heavy ceramic... » Read More I don't think the wires are thin; my cage was bought a year ago so don't know if there's been any changes by manufacturer. Unless you're going to have a lot of extra heavy items in the top cage, I see no reason why you can't put a second cage on top. Since the bottom of the cage is a little narrower than the top, I would put a piece of cardboard, cut exactly or even larger than the top, on the top of the first cage, then put the second cage on that. It will help distribute the weight more evenly. I've used the top of my cage as a table...it's held books, houseplants (NOT in heavy ceramic pots!), flashlight, bags of hamster food, 2 liter bottle water. « Show Less
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I think it would be fine for two gerbils - my only issue is that there is not space for a little "house" for our rat to use - they like to have some place to hide and make their nest
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The wire spacing is enough for a hamster to escape. I've seen my piggies pushing their noses and paws through to get at treats or when I show up. Plus with the size of the cage it is massive compared to the hammie.