Megan A
I'm getting two chinchillas tomorrow and I really don't want to pay for a 70 dollar cage when I can get a better one online, So i was wondering can they temporarily stay in a dog kennel that's pretty big?
Answer
Purchase the right cage. Your cage needs to be large enough to accommodate your chinchilla and in a relatively quiet room. For chinchillas, the bigger the cage, the better. They like to run around and bounce off cage walls as well as hop small platforms.
Make sure your cage is chin-proof. No hard plastics or soft plastics and only chinchilla-safe wood in the cage. Chinchillas need to chew and will chew on anything and everything they can. They can nibble through wood without a problem.
Everyone starts with a small cage and, within a year or two, upgrades to something bigger and nicer. Why not take the plunge right away and save yourself the expense of purchasing two cages? By getting a cage you will be happy with forever you will save yourself the annual search for "the perfect cage".
Of course, if you REALLY want to save money you can build your own cage. This might be a good choice anyway, as it's the only way you might achieve several features that you want.
HOW TO DO IT
So you need a sturdy metal cage. If you're keeping adults 1 inch gaps are fine. If you are planning on breeding you'll need no larger than 1 inch by 1/2 inch spacing between the bars. Wooden or wire (or some unchewable surface) are a must for shelves. Ramps should be eliminated as they present an unnecessary hazard. You don't need a very large cage, especially if you plan on letting your chinchilla our for frequent exercise. The bottom may be solid or wire, but if it is wire give your chinchilla a piece of wood to rest their paws on.
The Ferret Nation cage is easily adaptable for the chinchilla with some custom pans. It can be divided into two separate cages or provide one huge cage. The cage should cost about $175 plus shipping, and you can get the custom pans for a reasonable price from Bass Equipment. The ramps are removable and you can upgrade afterwards to wooden shelves (purchased separately).
This is probably the most popular choice among knowledgeable chinchilla owners, as it is an attractive cage that will last a very long time.
Another solid choice is a chinchilla cage from Quality Cage. These cages come with wooden shelves, and they have cages of several sizes. This is a cage you would also be happy with, and you may well be getting a wheel from Quality Cage anyway.
You might find a similar cage locally, although that seems more and more difficult as the pet stores seem to be moving more to online sales. Smaller metal cages will be available, but I strongly urge you to carefully consider whether you will be happy with this cage in six months or a year. Of course, you should also consider the space you have, for these cages can run rather large (perfect for that big exercise wheel!)
You may be considering a more commercial cage if you are becoming a breeder.
If you can find the right cage, and you're a little handy, you also have the option to build a cage.
hoped i helped, if u ask me this is the fastest ans easiest and cheapest way for your solution.. this would help u alot. good luck :::::::
Purchase the right cage. Your cage needs to be large enough to accommodate your chinchilla and in a relatively quiet room. For chinchillas, the bigger the cage, the better. They like to run around and bounce off cage walls as well as hop small platforms.
Make sure your cage is chin-proof. No hard plastics or soft plastics and only chinchilla-safe wood in the cage. Chinchillas need to chew and will chew on anything and everything they can. They can nibble through wood without a problem.
Everyone starts with a small cage and, within a year or two, upgrades to something bigger and nicer. Why not take the plunge right away and save yourself the expense of purchasing two cages? By getting a cage you will be happy with forever you will save yourself the annual search for "the perfect cage".
Of course, if you REALLY want to save money you can build your own cage. This might be a good choice anyway, as it's the only way you might achieve several features that you want.
HOW TO DO IT
So you need a sturdy metal cage. If you're keeping adults 1 inch gaps are fine. If you are planning on breeding you'll need no larger than 1 inch by 1/2 inch spacing between the bars. Wooden or wire (or some unchewable surface) are a must for shelves. Ramps should be eliminated as they present an unnecessary hazard. You don't need a very large cage, especially if you plan on letting your chinchilla our for frequent exercise. The bottom may be solid or wire, but if it is wire give your chinchilla a piece of wood to rest their paws on.
The Ferret Nation cage is easily adaptable for the chinchilla with some custom pans. It can be divided into two separate cages or provide one huge cage. The cage should cost about $175 plus shipping, and you can get the custom pans for a reasonable price from Bass Equipment. The ramps are removable and you can upgrade afterwards to wooden shelves (purchased separately).
This is probably the most popular choice among knowledgeable chinchilla owners, as it is an attractive cage that will last a very long time.
Another solid choice is a chinchilla cage from Quality Cage. These cages come with wooden shelves, and they have cages of several sizes. This is a cage you would also be happy with, and you may well be getting a wheel from Quality Cage anyway.
You might find a similar cage locally, although that seems more and more difficult as the pet stores seem to be moving more to online sales. Smaller metal cages will be available, but I strongly urge you to carefully consider whether you will be happy with this cage in six months or a year. Of course, you should also consider the space you have, for these cages can run rather large (perfect for that big exercise wheel!)
You may be considering a more commercial cage if you are becoming a breeder.
If you can find the right cage, and you're a little handy, you also have the option to build a cage.
hoped i helped, if u ask me this is the fastest ans easiest and cheapest way for your solution.. this would help u alot. good luck :::::::
What's the best temporary dog kennel/excersize pen for 2 large dogs?
Krystal
I have 2 black labs and we are traveling to Ohio from Virginia to visit family this summer. We used to just have the one and kept him in his cage at night in my mothers basement however it will be summer and we don't want to coop them up in seperate cages. I was looking into purchasing excersize pens or a temp. kennel of some sort that folds and that we can take with us wherever we go so that they can be put into at night. I'm afraid one excersize pen would be to small for both dogs. What kind of kennel/pen would you reccommend
Answer
Ultra Series Modular Dog Kennels are as pleasing to look at as they is strong! NO exposed wire ends to cause injury to your pet. galvanized clear-coated steel frame combined with the strength of our 9 gauge powder-coated welded mesh make for a strong, corrosion-resistant dog kennel! Make multiple dog kennels easily and economically. Simply add the panels you need to make separated dog kennels or expand the kennel to the size you need! Great as outdoor exercise dog kennels, pens and dog runs.
keep smiling :)
Ultra Series Modular Dog Kennels are as pleasing to look at as they is strong! NO exposed wire ends to cause injury to your pet. galvanized clear-coated steel frame combined with the strength of our 9 gauge powder-coated welded mesh make for a strong, corrosion-resistant dog kennel! Make multiple dog kennels easily and economically. Simply add the panels you need to make separated dog kennels or expand the kennel to the size you need! Great as outdoor exercise dog kennels, pens and dog runs.
keep smiling :)
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