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Syrian hamster (golden hamster) houses – spacious hamster houses with secure entrances and multi-room options
This beautiful tree trunk offers small rodents an extra hiding place and an extra challenge to clamber and climb. Made of resin, it's very strong and easy to clean. Unlike wood, this tree trunk can be rinsed in water. The open base offers a major advantag
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Maybe a little bit creepy, but also very special and unique in some way! This skull cave is a real eye-catcher in the hamsterscaping enclosure. The cave is very spacious so that it is even suitable for a Syrian Hamster. In addition, the cave is easy to cl
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The Trawagan Tunnel is a beautiful and robust wooden tunnel for small rodents. The tunnel is very thick, making it also suitable for real rodents such as Gerbils! The tunnel is quite flat, so small rodents such as mice and dwarf hamsters can easily pass u
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You can really go in any direction with this fun Hazelnut Bridge! The bridge can be easily bent, so it can be used as:
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The houses of the ʄʋʀɬɨɴɡ series can be buried in ground cover up to 13 cm high and thus support the hamster's natural, underground way of life. The two rooms are used in different ways to ensure a balanced living environment. Each furry nose has its own
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This beautiful black forest house is made of flamed wood and shaped into a corner. Thanks to this corner shape, the house takes up less space and also provides more space thanks to the flat roof. Many rodents find flat roofs great to sit on, it is also id
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The Exotic Paradise Tree Trunk is a very robust hollowed out tree trunk that is perfect for real rodents, such as Gerbils. The animals can hide in the house, sit on top of it and also gnaw on it if they feel like it. The closed shape gives the animals a s
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The Exotic Paradise Tree Trunk is a very robust hollowed out tree trunk that is perfect for real rodents, such as Gerbils. The animals can hide in the house, sit on top of it and also gnaw on it if they feel like it. The closed shape gives the animals a s
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This beautiful Tree Trunk Tunnel is made of high quality Mahogany wood and suitable for small rodents such as: Mice, Dwarf Hamsters, Hamsters, Rats and Degus. Thanks to the flattened part at the bottom, the tunnel cannot roll over, making it very safe for
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This beautiful tree trunk is approximately 18 cm wide and made of 100% Natural Mahogany Wood. The Tree Trunk Cave not only provides a nice lookout, but also a hiding place for rodents! In addition, this robust tree trunk is resistant to real rodents such
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This beautiful Tree Trunk Kudus Cup is a very unique food bowl! The tree trunk is made of mahogany wood and has a height of approximately 10 cm. This is fairly high for a feeding bowl, but for hamsters it can be buried in the ground cover, making it stabl
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It's no secret that guinea pigs love tunnels, holes and cardboard boxes. As a prey animal, Guinea pigs have a strong need for a safe place where they can hide, take a nap and of course, get up to mischief!
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It's no secret that guinea pigs love tunnels, holes and cardboard boxes. As a prey animal, guinea pigs' privilege is to have a safe place where they can hide, take a nap, and of course, get up to mischief!
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Your rodent is its own little personality. He has preferences when it comes to where he sleeps or where he gathers food. You can take this to heart with the Getzoo Multi-room House Xena! Thanks to the three-room system, your darling can freely decide how
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The Getzoo Multi-room House Samy is a residential labyrinth with three rooms for small rodents. The multi-room house is a spacious three-room system in which your rodent can choose its sleeping place or pantry as it wants - like in a natural hamster hole!
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The Getzoo Multi-room House Merlin is a residential labyrinth with three rooms for small rodents. The multi-room house is a spacious three-room system in which your rodent can choose its sleeping place or pantry as it wants - like in a natural hamster hol
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Hamsters and most other small rodents like to take food home with them. The Getzoo gold hamster house offers your darling plenty of space for this, especially with the large entrance. Thanks to the two chambers, your rodent can freely decide how to use th
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Our products are designed to support the species-specific requirements of the animals: With a surface area of 26 x 26 cm and a height of 13 cm, the Luna corner house offers plenty of space for your rodent! Both the size of the house and the entrances are
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Our products are designed to support the species-specific requirements of the animals: With a surface area of 31 x 31 cm and a height of 13 cm, the Luna corner house offers plenty of space for your rodent! Both the size of the house and the entrances are
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Small rodents need a hiding place in their enclosure where they can retreat if they want. A shelter makes the animals feel safe and makes them feel at ease. This nice castle gives small rodents a spacious home and is especially useful for mice thanks to t
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A lovely sandbox for small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils. The sandbox can easily be filled with chinchilla sand and the animals can bathe to their heart's content. The semi-closed shape ensures that most of the sand remains on
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The multi-room house has no less than 4 rooms and imitates the natural habitat of small rodents! The house is made of untreated natural wood, has an open bottom and a removable roof to allow the owner to peek inside. Thanks to the open bottom, the house i
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The Meerkamer Hoekhuis has 3 rooms and imitates the natural habitat of small rodents! The house is made of untreated natural wood, has an open bottom and a removable roof to allow the owner to peek inside. Thanks to the open bottom, the house is optimally
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The multi-room house imitates the natural habitat of small rodents! The house is made of untreated natural wood, has an open bottom and a removable roof to allow the owner to peek inside. Thanks to the open bottom, the house is optimally ventilated, makin
Read moreSyrian hamster houses (golden hamster) – spacious, safe and suitable
Looking for a Syrian hamster house that really fits? Then you've come to the right place with this category of Syrian hamster houses . The Syrian hamster (or golden hamster) is noticeably larger and broader than a dwarf hamster. Because of this, many "standard hamster houses" are often too small or have openings that are too narrow.
At DRD Rodent Shop® , we select houses with logical dimensions, secure finishes, and comfortable entrances – so your hamster can sleep, nest, and empty its cheek pouches without any hassle. We've been specialists since 2011 , so you'll mainly find houses here that we're happy to recommend ourselves.
What size house for a Syrian hamster (golden hamster)?
For a Syrian hamster (golden hamster), we recommend a slightly larger cage than a smaller one. A golden hamster needs to be able to turn around, lie down, empty its cheek pouches, and comfortably build a nest.
- House size: guideline from approx. 20 × 15 cm (larger is often better).
- Height: Enough height so that your hamster doesn't feel "squashed" in the roof.
- Opening(s): Preferably around 6–7 cm (depending on shape and type). Too narrow = less comfortable.
- Multiple entrances: for larger houses or more complex shapes, having 2 entrances is extra convenient.
Tip: Draw out the dimensions (e.g., 20 x 20 x 15 cm). That way, you'll immediately see if it's "golden hamster-worthy."
What types of golden hamster houses can you find here?
In this subcategory you will mainly find houses that are practical for golden hamsters:
- Spacious sleeping/shelter houses (main house, nesting place)
- Multi-room houses (sleeping + pantry + extra space)
- Tunnel/house combinations (route + shelter)
- Sand houses (as a "bath house" in combination with a sand bath)
- Ceramic houses (cooling spot/extra hiding place, especially nice in summer)
Multi-room house for golden hamsters: often the best match
A hamster likes to use different areas: one for sleeping, one for storing supplies, and sometimes a separate corner for toileting. A multi-room house is perfect for this and gives your hamster more control over its own layout.
- ✓ More peace and less disturbance of the nesting site
- ✓ Convenient to check without opening everything
- ✓ Can be beautifully incorporated into hamster scaping
See also: Multi-room houses
What material is best for a golden hamster house?
The "best" material depends primarily on your décor and how you plan to clean. For your hamster, size, safety, and hiding space are the most important.
Placement in the enclosure: how to make it truly golden hamster-proof
A golden hamster is a real burrower. A house works best when combined with deep, diggable soil.
- An open bottom is often the most convenient: urine can drain away and your hamster can “build in” the house.
- Create a stable location (especially for heavier ceramic or stone houses) and prevent it from tipping over on a deep excavation layer.
- Combine with hamster bedding and nesting material for a sturdy nest.
Want to decorate your home in a hamsterscaping style? Also check out: Hamsterscaping .
How do you clean a golden hamster cage?
Primarily local and clever. Leave the nest site alone as much as possible, unless it's really dirty. Avoid submerging wooden nests in water (the wood/glue can come loose or warp).
A practical aid against odors and urine is an enzyme cleaner via: urine spray .
Checklist: choosing a golden hamster home
- ✓ Preferably a size of approx. 20 × 15 cm (wider = finer)
- ✓ Entrances comfortably wide (often ± 6–7 cm)
- ✓ Preferably open bottom for hygiene and "installation"
- ✓ Minimum 2 openings for larger/complex houses
- ✓ Matches your decor (hamsterscaping, theme, practical cleaning)
Safety warnings
- ✓ Avoid openings that are too small (golden hamsters have a broader build).
- ✓ Place heavy houses stably (not loose on a deep excavation layer).
- ✓ Check edges/finish and keep the house dry and fresh.
FAQ – Syrian hamster houses
Is a Syrian hamster bigger than a dwarf hamster?
Yes, clearly. That's why many standard "hamster houses" are actually dwarf hamster-sized. In this category, you'll mainly find houses that are logically suitable for golden hamsters.
What is the function of a golden hamster house?
Sleeping and sheltering are essential. Many golden hamsters also use a house to gather nesting material and store supplies. Multi-room houses are often the best fit for this.
Do you need to be able to look inside the house?
Not necessarily. It sometimes helps to draw the dimensions so you get a feel for the volume. A house can be quite sheltered, as long as it's spacious enough and has secure entrances.
Which material is best?
Size and safety are paramount for your hamster. Wood is popular (natural look), ceramic is a great cool-down spot, and plastic/resin is easy to keep clean.
How do I clean a wooden house?
Do not soak in water. Apply locally and, for odors/urine, preferably use an enzyme cleaner, such as urine spray .
Useful links for golden hamster houses
- All hamster houses
- Houses for dwarf hamsters
- Hamster bedding
- Nesting material
- Sand & sand bath
- Hamsterscaping
✓ Spacious houses with suitable entrances for golden hamsters
✓ Multi-chamber, wood, ceramic and practical variants
✓ Specialist since 2011 – need advice? We're happy to help
