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Wooden Houses for Rodents & Rabbits – natural shelter
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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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 Trixie Hanna House in brown is made of untreated natural wood, making it safe for gnawing. The house has an open floor. The roof is covered with willow branches, allowing rodents to climb over it.
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Playful wooden house for mice and dwarf hamsters. With two levels, an open bottom, and a small willow bridge as stairs to the upper floor.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
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Discover the Charming Henna Wooden House for your Rodents! Bring a touch of nature into your little friends' home with the Henna Wooden House! This beautiful house, made of untreated bark wood, offers a warm and natural look that fits perfectly with hamst
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Natural bark wood house of approx. 25 × 18 × 21 cm with an open bottom and multiple openings. Great for mice, dwarf hamsters, and Hamsterscaping.
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Welcome to the Cavi Camp - the ultimate holiday destination for your rodents! Step into the world of comfort and coziness with our Cavi Camp, made of birch wood. With a side entrance, this camp provides the perfect retreat for your furry friends.
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The Auratus Cave is a hollowed out tree trunk that can be ideally used as a home for small rodents. The tree trunk is very sturdy and robust, making it also suitable for real rodents such as Gerbils. The tree trunk has an open bottom for optimal ventilati
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Spacious wooden corner house of approx. 42 cm for guinea pigs and small rabbits. With an open bottom, a natural bark wood look, and a flat roof as an extra resting or sitting area.
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29 cm wooden house for hamsters and gerbils. With an open bottom, spacious entrance, flamed wood look, and a roof with willow branches.
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Trixie Hamster House Ida for mice and dwarf hamsters. Wooden hamsterscaping house with platform, steps, and swing. Specialist since 2011.
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Easily raise your Getzoo hamster house with these sturdy legs. Prevent your hamster from digging up the bedding and give your house a stable and stylish base.
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- Specialist sinds 2011
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Nail-free wooden multi-chamber house with 2 rooms, open base, and removable roof. With spacious openings of approx. Ø 8 cm. Ideal for hamsterscaping, gerbilscaping, and natural decor.
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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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25 cm wooden hay rack with lid. For guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and degus. Stable when placed down and provides a pleasant place for hay at a natural eating height.
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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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- Specialist sinds 2011
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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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Charming wooden hamster house in a ruined style with two entrances, a ramp, and a roof platform. Made of solid pine and suitable for hamsters and other small rodents.
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Comfortable wooden house made of FSC® poplar wood for guinea pigs and degus. Includes a side entrance, ramp, fluffy fleece blanket, and modular design for additional space.
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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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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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Farmers Rodent House Mahogany with Bark - Natural House for Rodents! Natural wooden rodent house with flat roof and rough bark for small rodents such as hamsters, mice, gerbils, rats and degus. Spacious, sturdy and safe!
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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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The Bounty Paradise is a very robust hollowed-out tree trunk that is perfectly suited for real rodents, such as Chinchillas and Degus. 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
Read moreWooden Houses for Rodents & Rabbits – Natural, Practical and Safely Chosen
A wooden house is the go-to place for many rodents and rabbits to sleep, hide, and relax. In this category, you'll find wooden houses selected based on their finish, usability, and clear dimensions. Each product shows which animal species it's suitable for – so you don't have to guess. DRD Rodent Shop® has been a specialist since 2011: we help you choose based on both well-being and practical practicality.
Quickly to
1) Choose size & openings
✔ Enough interior space for comfortable turning
✔ Entrances suitable for your animal species
✔ Convenient: removable roof or open bottom
2) Practical in maintenance
✔ Spot cleaning is faster with an open bottom
✔ Drying is more important than “wet clean”
✔ For odors: choose suitable cleaning
3) Create routes & zones
✔ Combine houses with tunnels and platforms
✔ Place shelters along walking routes
✔ Add enrichment: foraging & gnawing
Why a wooden house?
Wood is compatible with natural behavior: hiding, resting, exploring, and (in many species) gnawing. A good house provides a sense of security in the enclosure and helps create distinct zones: sleeping, eating, playing, and toileting. Many models have a flat roof that also serves as a lookout point – ideal for animals that like to keep an overview.
Looking for a cool or extra hygienic hiding place? Then also check out our ceramic houses or plastic houses . You'll find all our houses in the main category "Houses ."
How to choose the right wooden house
1) Interior space: turning without clamping
A house should be spacious enough for your pet to turn around and lie down. Pay attention not only to the external dimensions, but also to the interior space and height.
2) Entrances: suitable and cleverly placed
Many animals appreciate a second exit: it provides peace and prevents them from getting stuck in a corner. This is often especially helpful for social animals (such as gerbils, guinea pigs, and rats).
3) Open bottom or closed bottom?
An open floor is practical in many enclosures: spot cleaning is easier, and your pet can integrate the house neatly into the bedding. A solid floor can be helpful if you place the house on a platform or use it in a cage without deep bedding.
4) Finish: smooth, firm and without sharp edges
Check for splinters, sharp edges, and wear and tear (especially with avid rodents). A removable roof is convenient for inspection and cleaning.
Advice per animal species
- Hamsters and dwarf hamsters: often a good idea: a multi-chambered house with an open floor, so your hamster can build the house into the substrate. Also see Hamster houses and the Hamster furnishing selection guide .
- Mouse: Choose several hiding places throughout the enclosure (mice like to sleep together). See Mouse Houses .
- Gerbils: Gerbils love to build "burrows": one larger house plus additional hiding places often works best. Combine this with a deep digging layer and tunnels. View Gerbil houses and the Gerbil habitat selection guide .
- Rats: Rats are clever climbers: sturdy houses with easy access (and preferably multiple sleeping areas) are ideal. See Rat houses .
- Guinea pig: Choose a spacious and stable enclosure, preferably with two exits. See Guinea pig houses .
- Rabbit: Choose a generous size and sturdy construction. A house is often part of a larger structure (with tunnels, hay, and gnawing material). See Rabbit houses .
- Chinchillas & degu: Choose sturdy and manageable cages; these animals enjoy jumping, climbing, and gnawing. See Chinchilla houses and Degu houses .
Cleaning & maintenance of wooden houses
Wood is natural, making it a "living" material. Spot-clean regularly (wet spots and corners where pee has occurred) and always let the house dry thoroughly. Avoid submerging wooden houses in water for extended periods, as this can damage the material and joints.
For practical cleaning products and odor control, you'll find suitable cleaning products for accommodations and accessories in our Hygienic Clean category.
Check weekly for wear and tear: sharp edges, splinters, or instability. A wooden house can be "worked" on by your pet (this is normal gnawing behavior), but replace it as soon as it is no longer sturdy or safe.
Complete your interior
A good house is even better when you create logical routes and zones around it. Combine wooden houses with, for example:
- Pipes & Tunnels (routes and shelters)
- Platforms & Ladders (heights and safe walking routes)
- Ground cover (diggable, comfortable and practical)
- Nesting material (soft nesting feeling for sleepers)
- Gnawing material (distraction and natural gnawing)
- Play & Forage (daily challenge)
- Sandboxes + Sand (sand zone and care)
- Transport boxes (useful for check-ups or at the vet)
- Packages (quickly get started)
Checklist: choosing a wooden house (getting it right quickly)
✔ Does your pet fit comfortably in it (turning and lying down)
✔ Entrance(s) appropriate for the animal species (preferably also a second exit where logical)
✔ Stands stable on the ground (especially for climbers and jumpers)
✔ No sharp edges, splinters or loose parts
✔ Convenient for maintenance: open bottom and/or removable roof
✔ Fits into your design: routes, zones and sufficient hiding places
Safety: what should you pay extra attention to?
✔ Check regularly for wear, splinters and instability
✔ Ensure adequate ventilation (especially in compact houses)
✔ Place the house so that there is no "fall height" from a roof or platform
✔ Replace the house when it is no longer sturdy or safe
Frequently asked questions about wooden houses
Are wooden houses safe for my rodent or rabbit?
If you're looking for a finish, size, and solid construction, wooden houses are an excellent choice. Always be careful: no sharp edges, stable placement, and regular checks for wear and tear.
My pet is chewing on the house. Is that bad?
Gnawing is normal. As long as the nest remains sturdy and you don't get any sharp edges, gnawing is actually a form of activity. Do check the condition of the wood weekly.
How do I clean a wooden house?
Spot cleaning is the most important. Remove wet spots, wipe the surface, and let it dry thoroughly. For suitable cleaning and odor control, contact Hygienic Cleaning .
Which wooden house is the best?
The best home is tailored to your animal species and your décor. A multi-room home often works very well for hamsters, while size and stability are key for guinea pigs and rabbits. For gerbils, the combination of digging depth and hiding places is crucial.
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