Rodent Tent 37 cm for Rodents and Rabbits

Trixie Rodent Tent 37 cm

The Trixie Rodent Tent 37 cm is a soft, spacious hiding place for animals that like to seek out a sheltered corner. Thanks to its tent shape, this hiding place feels cozy and playful at the same time. The tent has two openings, so your animal isn't stuck in a dead-end house and can easily walk in or out on both sides.

When it comes to soft accessories, DRD focuses primarily on proper use. For rats, for example, this tent is mainly fun as an accessory outside the cage, during safe outdoor run time, or at a designated play area. Inside the cage, rats are more likely to destroy or soil fabric products, whereas during outdoor run time, the tent can serve as a pleasant temporary resting place, hiding spot, or place to explore.

Pros

✔ Soft, comfortable shelter for moments of rest
✔ Two openings for a free and safe feeling
✔ Nice as a run accessory for rats
✔ Suitable as a soft tent in a run or play area
✔ With removable pillow for extra lying comfort
✔ Cushion cover washable at 40°C

Why choose a soft tent?

Many animals enjoy having a sheltered spot nearby while walking around, playing, or relaxing. A tent offers just a little more security than an open basket, but is airier and more accessible than a closed house. The two openings allow your animal to easily walk through, turn around, or choose which side to exit on its own.

This tent is particularly suitable for situations where your animal uses a soft shelter under supervision. Think of a rat run, a guinea pig run, a quiet rabbit corner, or a safe play area for ferrets. The soft cushion makes the tent comfortable, while the non-slip bottom helps keep the tent better in place on a slippery surface.

For animals that like to gnaw or destroy fabric materials, close supervision is important. That doesn't make the tent any less fun, but it does make its use clearer: offer it when you are present, check regularly, and remove it when your animal starts gnawing on it.

For which animals is the Trixie Rodent Tent suitable?

• Rat: primarily suitable as an accessory outside the cage, for example during run time, training, or in a safe play area. Rats often enjoy hiding places, but they can also destroy fabric and seams. Therefore, it is best to use this under supervision.
• Dwarf Enclosure: suitable as a soft resting place during outdoor run or in a temporary play corner. Due to its size, the tent is nice and spacious, but check regularly for gnawing damage here as well.
• Guinea pig: suitable as a soft hiding place in a run or quiet corner, provided your guinea pig fits well through the openings. Especially pleasant for guinea pigs who like to lie sheltered but still want to keep an overview.
• Small rabbit: suitable as a soft hiding place in a safe indoor space or run, provided the rabbit fits comfortably through the openings. For larger rabbits, the opening may be too narrow.
• Ferret: suitable as a playful hiding and resting place during outdoor runs. Ferrets often love soft burrows and can move around the tent nicely through the two openings.
• Chinchilla: only suitable under supervision and when the material is not gnawed on. Chinchillas have strong teeth, so fabric accessories must remain completely intact.
• Degu: only suitable under supervision and primarily as a temporary accessory. Degus like to gnaw and can quickly damage fabric.

For mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils, this tent is usually less logical. For these animals, smaller wooden, cork, ceramic, or natural hiding places are often better suited to their size and furnishing style. They primarily use bedding, tunnels, and compact houses to retreat safely.

Use for rats: primarily outside the cage

For rats, we see this tent primarily as a fun addition to the run. You can place it in a safe spot where your rats are allowed to play, explore, and rest for a moment daily. The tent can then serve as a hiding place, a snack spot, or a resting point between playtime.

In a fixed rat cage, fabric accessories are of course also popular, but this tent sits on the floor and has a soft cushion. As a result, it can get dirty or destroyed more quickly than, for example, a hammock that hangs higher. Therefore, it is best to use it deliberately with rats: during run-out, under supervision, and in a place where you can easily check that everything remains tidy.

Do you want to enrich the rat cage yourself? Then also take a look at rat hammocks , rat houses , rat tunnels , and Ratscaping .

Use in a guinea pig, rabbit corner, or ferret run.

For guinea pigs, the tent can be a nice, soft hiding place in a run or on a permanent play area. The two openings make the tent feel less enclosed, which can be pleasant for animals that like to get back outside quickly. However, always check that your guinea pig fits comfortably through the openings and does not try to eat the tent.

For small rabbits, the tent can be a soft resting place in the house or in a safe indoor run. Pay close attention to the size of your rabbit: the openings are not intended for large rabbits. If your rabbit fits through the opening comfortably and relaxed, the tent can be a nice extra spot to lie in for a while.

For ferrets, the tent is especially fun as a play and hiding place during their run. Due to the shape and the two entrances, ferrets can move through it, rest inside, or use the tent as part of their play route.

Dimensions and material

The tent measures approximately 37 × 37 × 35 cm. The openings are approximately 14 cm wide and 17 cm high. The bottom is closed and the underside has an anti-slip layer to ensure the tent stands more securely. Inside the tent is a soft, foam-filled cushion. The cushion cover is removable and washable at 40°C.

Composition: textile, foam filling, non-slip bottom

Cleaning and maintenance

Regularly remove crumbs, hair, and loose bedding from the tent. The cushion cover can be washed at 40°C. Allow the cover to dry thoroughly before placing the cushion back in. After washing, always check that the seams, fabric, and non-slip underside are still in good condition.

• Shake out the tent regularly.
• Preferably use the tent on a dry, clean surface.
• Wash the pillowcase according to the washing instructions.
• Let everything dry completely before offering the tent again.

Good to know

• Offer only under supervision.
• Check regularly for wear, loose seams, and rodent damage.
• Do not use if your animal chews through the fabric, filling, or seams.
• For rats, primarily use as an outdoor run accessory.
• Always check that the openings are wide enough for guinea pigs and small rabbits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tent suitable for rats?

Yes, but mainly as an accessory outside the cage. During safe outdoor roaming, the tent is a nice shelter, resting place, or hiding spot. Inside the cage, the tent can get dirty or destroyed more quickly, depending on your rats' behavior.

Can this tent fit in a caviar?

Yes, that is possible provided your guinea pig fits well through the openings and the tent does not gnaw on the fabric. The tent is especially suitable as a soft hiding place in a dry, safe indoor run or play area.

Is the tent suitable for rabbits?

The tent may be suitable for small rabbits, provided the rabbit fits comfortably through the openings. For larger rabbits, this tent quickly becomes too small, especially due to the opening of approx. 14 × 17 cm.

Can degus or chinchillas use this tent?

Only under supervision and only when they are not gnawing on the material. Degus and chinchillas have strong teeth and can damage fabric accessories. Therefore, carefully check that the tent remains intact.

Can the tent be washed?

The cushion cover can be washed at 40°C. Allow the cover to dry thoroughly before replacing the cushion, and check that the fabric and seams are still in good condition after washing.

Useful shopping links

• Rat hammocks
• Rat nesting material, cushions & baskets
• Rats playing & foraging
• Ratscaping
• Guinea pig houses
• Rabbit houses
• Everything for ferrets
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