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Hamster & Dwarf Hamster Sand & Sand Bath – Healthy Coat and Hygiene for your Hamster
This food bowl is inspired by the adventures and characters from the Smurfs series! A cool, unique and funny range for rodents and rabbits! This ceramic food bowl with Chef Smurf is made of baked earthenware and is therefore very sturdy and stable. This m
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With this concrete feeding trough, overturned feeding troughs are a thing of the past! The concrete feeder is not only very useful for larger rodents and rabbits, but the small rodents also benefit from the advantages of this feeder. We can actually laugh
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With this handy corner toilet, small rodents such as mice and dwarf hamsters can do their business in a pleasant and comfortable way. Most small rodents are house-trained and often choose one corner in the enclosure where they do their business. If a toil
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This Trixie Sandbox is made of plastic and is blue in color. The sandbox is suitable for nail and body care and contributes to a soft and supple coat of the rodents. Thanks to the sandbox, your rodent can bathe undisturbed and thanks to the handy shape of
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Chinchillas are very house-trained animals that groom their own fur. Therefore, place a bowl of approximately 20cm long and 15cm high with a 2cm layer of bath sand in the cage every evening and leave it for half an hour. Your Chinchilla washes itself by t
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Witte Molen Chinchilla Bath Sand. Bath sand removes excess fat and moisture from the coat of chinchillas and rodents. Chinchilla sand is an important care product for your chinchilla. A chinchilla can wash herself nicely with this...
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Beaphar Care+ Bath Sand removes excess fat and moisture from the coat of chinchillas. In addition, Care+ bath sand ensures that your chinchilla's coat remains in top condition! It absorbs the unnecessary fats and moisture. The structure of Beaphar Care+ b
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Supreme Badzand has been specially developed for small steppe and desert dwellers. There are two types of bath sand available from Supreme: Friends Farm and Selective. The Friends Farm is standard bathing sand and the Selective is a premium version that i
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The BiMSi® herbal bath mint & chamomile contains carefully ground peppermint leaves and chamomile blossoms, which on the one hand pamper the coat and skin from the outside and on the other hand have a relaxing effect on the animals.
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JR FARM Chinchilla Sand Special consists of sepiolite-containing clay, which, unlike regular chinchilla sand, contains quartz and is therefore particularly good for removing grease and other impurities from chinchilla fur. This way the coat retains its na
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The BiMSi® lemon balm herbal bath contains carefully ground lemon balm leaves, which on the one hand pamper the coat and skin from the outside and on the other hand have a relaxing effect on the animals. The skin is the rodent's largest sensory organ. She
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Spoil your Small Rodent with Little One Chinchilla Bath Sand! You only want the very best for your little furry friends, right? Whether it is a cheerful chinchilla, a playful hamster, a curious gerbil or a cute degu, the well-being of your rodents comes f
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For owners of small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils who are looking for a dramatic and stylish way to improve the living environment of their furry companions, there is now Desert Sand Black. This unique sand not only adds an ae
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For the adventurous owners of small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils, there is now an exciting way to enrich their living environment and transform their daily experience: Desert Sand Red. This beautiful sand not only adds an aes
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The Bathhouse is extremely suitable for Chinchillas. These animals need to take a dust bath regularly to keep the coat in good condition. It is nice if the sand stays a bit on board. A special sand bath house that can be opened from the top and has plexig
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The Trixie Digging Bin gives rabbits the opportunity to show their natural behavior and that is of course digging! The bucket is made of untreated natural wood and has two entrances/exits. Thanks to the plexiglass plate you can observe your rabbit while d
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Hupsie-flupsie, there's the super cute "Getzoo Zandbad Marley" (25x25 cm)! With its generous size of 25x25 cm and a height of 15 cm, our brand new Getzoo Sand Bath Marley is the perfect addition to your rodent's home. The roof measures 19x19 cm and theref
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Thanks to this sieve shovel, the sand is sieved in no time and all excrement is removed. The shovel has a pleasant handle made of plastic. The sieve itself is made of stainless steel.
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This little scoop helps you keep the toilet and sandbox clean! The scoop is ideal for sifting sand from the sandbox. Most of the poop and mess are collected by the scoop and can easily be removed from the sandbox. The scoop is suitable for toilets and san
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This multifunctional shovel can be used for all sorts of things. For example, we find this shovel very useful for scooping up food or bedding. Many animals also use a sandbox, for example. With this shovel you can easily scoop up the desired amount of san
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The Trixie Scoop is a handy scoop that can be used to remove bedding or clean the pee corner.
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When it comes to grooming, a sandbox is recommended. The animals love to roll in the sand and clean their coats. The sand has an abrasive and degreasing effect. In the summer, it even provides a little cooling thanks to its degreasing properties.
Attention! Never use shell sand in the sandbox. This sand is too sharp for the hamster's skin.
Do Hamsters & Dwarf Hamsters Need a Sand Bath?
In the wild, animals use sand as needed. The Syrian hamster lives mainly in sandy desert areas and therefore uses sand all year round for its night display. The Roborovski Dwarf hamster also needs sand because it naturally comes from desert areas. The other dwarf hamster species such as the Russian Dwarf hamster, the Campbell's Dwarf hamster and the Chinese Dwarf hamster, like to use a sand bath when they need it.
What is the use of a sand bath for my hamster?
A sand bath helps your hamster keep its fur clean and healthy. The sand absorbs excess oil and dirt, and it helps your hamster maintain its natural grooming behavior.
What kind of sand is best for my hamster?
Use special chinchilla sand , which is soft and safe for your hamster. Avoid shell sand or sand from outside, from the garden, as these may contain chemicals that can be harmful.
Why use Chinchilla sand?
We call it Chinchilla sand, but the sand is actually suitable for all small rodents that like to bathe. Chinchilla sand is a clay-based sand type, which means that this sand is most suitable for the natural habitat of the animals. The sand has a drying effect and that is also very important to be able to degrease the coat. Animals that do not naturally have a greasy coat will bathe less often in the sand.
In the wild, hamsters can only make tunnels in soils that contain clay, even if only a little. In this way, tunnels remain standing. The dried-out surface clay soils are used by the animals as a sand bath.
Why do Hamsters and Dwarf Hamsters bathe in sand?
Hamsters and Dwarf hamsters bathe in sand in the wild to keep their fur clean and free of grease, but also to get rid of parasites, for example. Sand is also good for itching, because it has an abrasive effect. In addition, sand ensures that the fur is degreased and therefore becomes more separated, which in turn ensures good ventilation and optimum humidity between the fur. The latter also prevents mold formation. Animals that really need a sand bath, such as Gerbils, for example, can develop skin fungus if there is no sand bath.
How often should my hamster take a sand bath?
Your hamster can take a sand bath daily, but this depends on his needs and preferences. Some hamsters enjoy a sand bath, while others use it less often. Make sure you always have fresh sand available.
How do I place a sand bath in the cage?
Place a sand bath with a layer of sand in your hamster cage. Make sure the bowl is large enough for your hamster to turn around and dig completely. Place it in a corner of the cage to minimize clutter.
What is the difference between hamster sand/chinchilla sand and regular sand?
Hamster sand or chinchilla sand is specially designed for small animals such as hamsters, gerbils, degus and chinchillas. It is finely ground, gentle on the skin and fur and contains no harmful substances. Regular sand can contain contaminants that are harmful to your hamster.
Can I also use a sand bath for my dwarf hamster?
Yes, sand baths are suitable for dwarf hamsters , just like other hamster species. Make sure the bowl offers enough space and the sand is always clean. Avoid too much sand in the cage, because it can cause a mess.
How do I clean the sand bath?
Clean the sand bath at least once a week. Remove the used sand and replace it with fresh, clean sand. Make sure to clean the container itself to prevent bacteria. You can also use a sieve scoop to clean your hamster's sand.
How much sand should I put in the sand bath?
A layer of about 2-3 cm is usually enough for your hamster to roll and dig. Make sure it is not too deep, so your hamster cannot drown in it.
Why is my hamster not interested in the sand bath?
Not all hamsters like a sand bath. Your hamster may not accept it right away. Try placing the sand bath in different places in the cage or use odorless, finely ground sand that will attract his interest.
Is it safe for my hamster to sleep in a sand bath?
Although some hamsters use a sand bath as a sleeping place, it is important that your hamster always has access to a clean, comfortable bed such as hay or dust-free paper. The sand bath is for hygiene and grooming, not for sleeping.
