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Mouse nesting material – safe, soft and warm nest for colorful mice
Give your rodent an unparalleled sleeping experience with our Exotic N Colours Cotton Nesting Material! The Exotic N Colours Nesting Material is wonderfully soft! The nesting material is an ideal combination of highly absorbent soft cotton on the one hand
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Give your rodent an unparalleled sleeping experience with our Exotic N Colours Cotton Nesting Material! The Exotic N Colours Nesting Material is wonderfully soft! The nesting material is an ideal combination of highly absorbent soft cotton on the one hand
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Kapok is a legume from the kapok tree. It holds even more surprises for your rodent. It contains a soft, cottony substance that makes a wonderful nest. This nesting material also contains some seeds that are delicious...
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Kapok is an animal-friendly nesting material that, thanks to its thin, easily tearable fibers, is ideal for use as nesting material for small rodents. Kapok is extra soft and warming, yet also digestible and dust-free. It complies with animal welfare requ
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Nesting material made of 100 percent pure natural hemp fiber for rodents and birds. Mini-Hemp Soft offers protection against draughts and provides a woolly warmth. Due to the unique properties of hemp fiber, the nest stays dry and free of odors for longer
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Cotton Nesting Material for a wonderfully soft nest for your small rodents! Give your small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils the comfort and warmth they deserve with our Cotton Nesting Material. Specially designed for hamsters, m
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FOR YOU Dreamy soft is nesting material made from particularly cuddly soft cotton. The 100% natural material protects the animal against drafts and provides warmth. Also suitable for mice. cozy bed for hamsters and mice Made from 100% pure cotton = no syn
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Discover the comfort of our cozy, soft shredded paper cover, which is food safe and nestable. Our award-winning Über products are high quality, natural and environmentally friendly. With 14-day odor control they distinguish themselves from the competition
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Discover the comfort of our cozy, soft, food-safe, nestable shredded paper bedding. Our award-winning Über products are high-quality, natural, and eco-friendly. With 14-day odor control, they stand out from the competition. This bedding is ideal for gerbi
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Discover the comfort of our cozy, soft shredded paper cover, which is food safe and nestable. Our award-winning Über products are high quality, natural and environmentally friendly. With 14-day odor control they distinguish themselves from the competition
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Crinkle nesting material is made of paper and is ideal as a play bedding and nesting material for small rodents and rabbits. Due to the special shape of the paper strings, the whole thing rustles as soon as the animals walk through it. This gives a playfu
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Fris Sizzle is made of paper and is ideal as a play bed and nesting material for small rodents and rabbits. Due to the special shape of the paper strings, the whole thing rustles as soon as the animals walk through it. This gives a playful and exciting ef
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The grass nest is one of the favorite hide and play attributes for rodents and rabbits! Small rodents can hide in the nests and larger rodents can play with them. For example, rabbits enjoy throwing them around.
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Plush Sleeping Bag Pumpkin – The Cozy Dream Place For Your Rodents! Looking for a wonderfully soft and unique place to sleep for your little rodents? Look no further! The Plush Sleeping Bag Pumpkin is not just any sleeping bag; it is a cozy, warm and comf
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Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Apple Green - The Green Oasis For Your Rodent! Meet the Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Apple Green, the perfect place for your rodent to retreat and relax. This cute sleeping bag, in the shape of a fresh green apple, is not only an ey
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Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Pineapple - A Tropical Dream Spot For Your Rodent! Let your rodent enjoy an exotic and comfortable nest in the shape of a juicy pineapple! The Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Pineapple is not only a cheerful addition to your rodent's h
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Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Apple Pink - A Sweet and Cozy Spot for Your Rodent! Give your rodent a cute and comfortable nest in the shape of a juicy pink apple! The Plush Rodent Sleeping Bag Apple Pink is not only a cute addition to your rodent's home, but
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This bedding is made of wonderfully soft paper flakes. Recycled high-quality paper makes this ground cover/nesting material unique, highly absorbent, but also very fun to play in and make nests. The paper is dust-free and super absorbent!
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The Safebed Paper Flakes are paper flakes made from very fine and very softly shredded pieces of high-quality colored paper. This bedding can be used as ground cover, excavator bucket filling or as nesting material. It is wonderfully soft and absorbs mois
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The Safebed Paper Flakes are paper flakes made from very fine and very soft shredded pieces of high quality colored paper. This bedding can be used as ground cover, bucket filling or as nesting material. It is wonderfully soft and absorbs moisture and odo
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Mouse nesting material – safe, soft & warm nest building for colored mice
Mice (colored mice) are true nest builders. They enjoy dragging soft fibers, creating a compact sleeping nest, and prefer to snuggle together in a quiet, sheltered spot. In this category, you'll find a carefully selected range of nesting materials for mice: from kapok and soft cotton/nature soft to crinkle, sizzle, and paper nesting materials. Everything is tailored to natural behavior (dragging, shaping, hiding, and heat regulation) and for practical use in the mouse habitat.
Mice like to build their own nests. Combine nesting material with a good hiding place like mouse houses or a safe passageway through tunnels .
A good nesting spot starts with a good foundation. Ideally, place nesting material on or in a layer of mouse bedding to keep the nest dry and stable.
Young mice are more likely to destruct when bored. Combine nesting materials with the challenge of playing and foraging , and always provide plenty of gnawing material .
Which nesting material suits your mice?
Not every mouse builds the same nest. Some make a compact "ball," while others prefer to drag a lot of material to multiple locations. That's why you'll find different types of nesting material in this category:
- Kapok (pod or fiber) – wonderfully soft, warm and fun to carry around (nest building + activity).
- Soft cotton / nature soft – comfortable nesting material for a warm sleeping place.
- Crinkle & Sizzle – airy, playful texture; ideal as a nesting mix or as a topping for rummaging.
- Paper nest / paper flakes & shavings – practical and refreshing; great for adding to nesting areas.
- Grass nest & sleeping bags – extra sheltered place to lie down (useful as a "nesting base" in a house or on a platform).
Tip: Use a fixed nesting zone . Don't place nesting material everywhere, but offer it in or next to a nesting box or tunnel. This keeps the enclosure organized and makes cleaning easier.
Nesting plan in the enclosure: how to offer nesting material smartly
With a few small choices you can quickly make a big difference in peace and comfort:
- It is better to give several small tufts than one large wad: mice will distribute it themselves.
- Place some near the sleeping cabin and some in a sheltered corner (freedom of choice).
- Change wet/used tufts of cotton in between, but leave a small amount of "nest scent" for identification.
- Make nest building extra fun by occasionally “hiding” nesting material between cardboard or in a foraging toy.
Want even more enrichment? Combine nesting materials with play and foraging to keep mice occupied both mentally and physically.
Nesting area & furnishings: sleeping high, safe hiding and climbing fun
Mice are excellent climbers and like to choose a sheltered spot to sleep. Help them with this:
- A safe hiding place as a base: mouse houses or tunnels .
- Elevated resting places with platforms and ladders (always place a nesting place in such a way that falling is prevented).
- Hanging sleeping places (many mice like to lie higher): mouse hammocks .
- Practical cage equipment to keep everything securely in place: cage accessories .
Maintenance & hygiene of nesting material
- Daily spot cleaning : remove wet nesting material and refill with a small amount of fresh material.
- Check sleeping areas (house/hammock) for moisture and urine stains and replace where necessary.
- Want to work extra hygienically? Choose a nesting area that's easily accessible and combine it with practical cage accessories .
- For care tips and helpful tools, also check out mouse care .
Checklist: perfect nesting place for mice
Check out this list for a mouse-friendly nesting zone:
✔ Nesting material is soft, dry and easy to shape
✔ Nesting zone is sheltered (house/tunnel) and not in a draft
✔ The base substrate is suitable and fresh: mouse bedding
✔ There is sufficient distraction (less demolition): playing & foraging
✔ Daily quick check for wet spots and refill loose material
✔ Water is always available: drinking bottles and water bowls
Safety warnings
- Always provide nesting material so that mice can choose how much they want (do not cram it into a house).
- Check nesting materials and sleeping bags/hammocks regularly for loose threads and damage; replace if necessary.
- Keep nesting material dry . Damp nesting material can quickly develop an odor or become unpleasant for the birds.
- Don't use strong-smelling cleaning agents in the nesting area; instead, choose gentle, mouse-friendly maintenance.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about mouse nesting material
How much nesting material do mice need?
Start with a few small tufts per nest site and see how your group reacts. Mice like to drag mice around, so for active nest builders, you'll want to add more frequently. It's better to add a little regularly than a lot at once.
What is the difference between kapok, cotton and papernest?
Kapok is wonderfully soft and is often used for sleeping warmly; cotton/natural soft is comfortable and molds easily; paper nests (flakes/shavings/crinkle) are practical, airy, and often pleasant to mix. Many mouse lovers combine two types for the best result.
My mice are destroying hammocks/sleeping bags, what can I do?
This happens especially with young or energetic mice. Add extra challenge through play and foraging , and provide plenty of gnawing material . You'll often see a decrease in "destructive behavior."
Can I also combine nesting material with a higher sleeping place?
Yes, definitely. Mice like to sleep higher up. For example, use a platform with a sheltered nesting area and create safe routes with platforms and ladders (and avoid free-falling heights).
What else helps create a calm, safe nesting zone?
Consider a well-organized layout with fixed sleeping areas and ample hiding places. Also consider cage accessories to securely attach and cleverly organize nesting areas.
Why buy mouse nesting material from DRD Rodent Shop®?
✔ Specialist since 2011
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✔ Delivered from our own stock
✔ Smartly selected range for well-being & safety
