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Mouse houses – safe hiding places to sleep and hide together
Nail-free wooden multi-chamber house with 4 rooms, open base, and removable roof. In 25 and 30 cm. Ideal for hamsterscaping, gerbilscaping, and natural decor.
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25 cm wooden hamsterscaping house with three hiding places, two levels, removable roofs, and a bottom opening. For mice and dwarf hamsters.
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Wooden hamsterscaping house measuring 25 × 12 × 30 cm for mice and dwarf hamsters. With three levels, a ladder, a log tunnel, and a bottom opening for extra digging routes.
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Small wooden house of 15 cm with an open bottom, round opening, and flat roof. Suitable as a shelter for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Pineapple Wooden House 13 cm is a cheerful wooden hideout with an open bottom for mice and dwarf hamsters. Nice as a tropical accent in a hamsterscape or mouse enclosure.
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Plastic igloo house measuring 23 × 26 x 15 cm for rats and guinea pigs. With an open bottom, step, and a 10 x 10 cm opening. Easy to clean.
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30 cm wooden play tower for mice and dwarf hamsters, with 9 rooms, 3 levels, 2 ladders, food bowl, and plexiglass viewing window.
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Spacious wooden play area measuring 47 × 22 × 15 cm for mice and dwarf hamsters. With multiple hiding places, levels, steps, and open bottoms. Great for hamsterscaping.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
TV-shaped wooden playhouse of approx. 19 cm for mice, dwarf hamsters, and gerbils. Fun as a hiding place, playful house, and landscaping accent.
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Soft plush Christmas house in three sizes. Cozy festive hideout for mice, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and degus. Use under supervision.
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Soft plush sleeping bag in a green apple shape. Available in 2 sizes. For mice, pygmy rats, rats, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, and ferrets that use textiles neatly.
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Soft plush sleeping bag in a pink apple shape. Available in 14 and 23 cm. For animals that use textiles neatly; always check for chewing and wear.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
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Soft plush pineapple-shaped sleeping bag. Available in 13, 23, and 38 cm. For mice, pygmy rats, rats, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, and ferrets that neatly use textiles.
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Soft plush pumpkin-shaped sleeping bag. Available in 2 sizes. For mice, pygmy rats, rats, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, and ferrets that use textiles neatly.
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Rabbit-shaped wooden playhouse for mice, dwarf hamsters, small hamsters, and gerbils. With an open bottom and available in two sizes.
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Resin hideout with a rock look for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. Beautiful for hamsterscaping, gerbilscaping, and natural decor.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Small 16 cm resin hiding place for mice and dwarf hamsters. With a natural rock look, open bottom, and ideal for hamsterscaping or a natural interior.
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Realistic resin hideout for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. With an open bottom and a shallow shape for aquascaping.
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Realistic polyester resin hideout for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. With an open bottom and spacious entrance for sciving.
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Polystyrene rock cave with an open bottom for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. Beautiful as a hiding place in a natural setting or hamsterscaping.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
- Delivery from our own stock
Unique retro hideout in neon colors for small rodents. Ideal as a cozy hiding place for mice and dwarf hamsters. Fun eye-catcher with a peace sign.
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Small resin rock hideout for mice and dwarf hamsters. With an open bottom, steppe rock look, and easy to clean.
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24 cm resin rock hideout for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. With an open bottom, a natural steppe look, and ideal for hamsterscaping.
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Realistic resin rock hideout for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils. With an open bottom, spacious opening, and steppe rock look.
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Mouse houses – safe hiding places & sleeping together in a mouse-proof home
For mice, a house is much more than just a place to sleep. It's a safe haven, a place to rest, and often the place where they like to sleep together. That's why you'll find a carefully selected range of mouse houses in this category: from natural (gnawable) houses to hygienic, easy-to-clean options. Practical, safe, and tailored to the natural behavior of mice (hiding, nesting, exploring, and resting together). Specialists since 2011, so you can shop with confidence and with help choosing the right one.
Mice love cozy hiding places. Make them extra comfortable with nesting materials and create additional hiding routes with tunnels .
Mice can have a stronger urine odor. Therefore, choose your materials wisely and combine them with a fresh base of mouse bedding and helpful mouse care products.
Create multiple resting areas on different levels with platforms and ladders and add soft “upper spots” with hammocks .
Which mouse house suits your mice?
The "best" cottage is the one that suits your group and your decor. Some people primarily want a dark, cozy place to sleep; others use a cottage as a play/viewing area. When choosing, consider:
- Plenty of hiding places – better to have several houses than just one, so that everyone has a choice.
- Entrances and exits – with group animals, additional openings are often pleasant (less “traffic jams” and less hassle).
- Combine with routes – house + tunnel + plateau = a logical mouse path through the enclosure.
Tip: Build with zones . A quiet "sleeping corner" with nesting material, and an "active corner" with a foraging challenge from playing and foraging .
Materials & Cleaning: What Works Practically in Daily Life?
For mice, the choice of materials is especially important, as scent and cleaning routine are factors. In this category, you'll find houses made from:
- Wood – natural, gnawable, and warm; ideal as a shelter, but sometimes requires a little extra care when cleaning.
- Ceramic/terracotta – sturdy, hygienic, and often easy to clean; ideal as a cool, quiet hideaway.
- Grass/hay/straw – a fun, natural texture to nibble on; perfect for a nesting feeling and variety.
- Coconut – natural and compact; often loved as a cozy hiding place.
- Plastic/resin – easy to clean; choose ones that can withstand impact and check for gnawing damage.
A handy combination for a fresh setup: a house , good bedding , and designated spots for food and water. Also check out food bowls , water bottles, and water bowls .
How big should a mouse house be?
A small house is often suitable for one mouse, but colorful mice like to sleep together . The right size therefore depends on the group size and the purpose:
- Sleeping box – choose one that's large enough so your mice can fit comfortably inside together.
- Play/Hideaway – Smaller houses or several small hiding places scattered throughout the enclosure often work very well.
- Multiple houses – in a group, it is smart to have extra supplies, so that mice can choose and the peace and quiet is maintained.
Tip: Don't put everything "in one place." Spread out houses and hiding places across different zones and heights with platforms and ladders .
Smart combinations: houses, tunnels and gnawing material
Mice are curious and move around a lot. A house works best as part of a complete design. Therefore, combine:
- House + tunnel – for routes and hiding fun: mouse tunnels .
- House + nesting material – for a warm sleeping nest: mouse nesting material .
- House + gnawing material – to satisfy your gnawing needs in a pleasant way: mouse gnawing material .
- House + cage accessories – for extra variety and a logical layout: mouse cage accessories .
Want to complete the enclosure in one go? Then also check out mouse cages and mouse packages .
Maintenance & hygiene
- Spot clean daily : remove wet spots and replace a small portion of the bedding where necessary.
- Partially refreshing often works better than doing everything at once (more gentle on your mice).
- Clean food and water points regularly: food bowls and drinking bottles/water bowls .
- For additional cleaning and care products, see: mouse care .
Checklist: mouse houses properly arranged
Check out this list of (new) houses in the enclosure:
✔ Minimum 2 hiding places (preferably more for groups)
✔ House(s) fit group size: can sleep together without being crammed
✔ Nesting corner supplemented with nesting material
✔ Routes made with tunnels and platforms & ladders
✔ Fresh base with mouse ground cover
✔ Houses and accessories checked for wear and tear/loose parts
Safety warnings
- Check houses regularly for splinters , sharp edges and loose parts (mice like to gnaw).
- Place houses stably and avoid unstable structures, especially at height.
- For groups, preferably choose hiding places with more than one exit , so that mice do not "trap" each other.
- Replace houses that are very dirty or can no longer be cleaned properly, so that the habitat remains hygienic.
- If you suddenly notice any unusual behavior (lethargic, short of breath, not eating or drinking), contact a veterinarian.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Mouse Houses
Should a mouse have a house?
A hiding place is highly recommended. Mice feel safer with a dark, cozy resting place. Always combine a house with nesting material for a warm sleeping nest.
What is the most practical material when it comes to cleaning?
Ceramics/terracotta and plastic are often quick to clean. Wood is natural and popular, but can require a bit more maintenance. For helpful products, see mouse care .
How many houses do I need for a group of mice?
As a starting point, consider at least two hiding places and add more when you see mice choosing hiding places or if a "traffic jam" develops. Distribute them throughout the enclosure.
How do I combine houses with enrichment?
Create routes (house, tunnel, and plateau) and offer foraging challenges in other locations. View play & foraging and cage accessories .
Where can I find detailed information and decision-making assistance about mice?
See Mice information for further explanation about housing, behavior, and care.
Why buy mouse houses from DRD Rodent Shop®?
✔ Specialist since 2011
✔ Ordered before 5 PM = shipped the same day
✔ Delivered from our own stock
✔ Smartly selected range for well-being & safety
