Sandboxes for Rodents – Sand Baths for Hamsters, Gerbils, Mouse, Chinchillas & Degus
The Hopper House is ideal to use as a sandbox, but in the summer it is also a very nice sleeping house that offers cooling. The house is made of ceramic which makes it easy to clean.
Read moreDiscover the charming world of the Critter Bath houses, specially designed for small rodents such as mice and dwarf hamsters. Made from durable ceramic, these houses not only provide a safe sleeping environment, but also a versatile hiding place for your
Read moreThis nice Trixie Corner Toilet can easily be placed in a corner of the cage, so it takes up less space. The toilet can also be used as a sandbox and thanks to the closed design, the sand remains largely on board. The toilet can easily be kept clean with t
Read moreWith 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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The Fairytale Tree Trunk is a nice sleeping house in the shape of a tree trunk. Due to its spacious dimensions, this beautiful house is also suitable for Syrian Hamsters. The Tree Trunk House is made of ceramic and therefore easy to clean.
Read moreThe Bad-Box Sandbox from JR Farm comes with special chinchilla sand (350 grams) for small rodents. The sandbox is ideal for the daily sand bathing of small rodents such as mice, hamsters and gerbils. The included sand contributes to a healthy coat and a n
Read moreA 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
Read moreA sandbox is important for daily grooming. The semi-closed shape of the sandbox ensures that the sand remains largely in the sandbox. In addition, it is pleasant for the animals to bathe because they can lean against the wall and do not roll out of the sa
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Sandbox with Plateau: The Perfect Sand Bath for Rodents! Rodents such as dwarf hamsters, hamsters, gerbils and degus love to bathe in sand. This is not only a fun pastime for them, but also important for their coat care. A good sandbox is therefore a must
Read moreBeautiful glass triangular sand bowl for small rodents. The sand bowl can easily be placed in a corner of the enclosure to save even more space. Once filled with a small layer of sand, the animals can bathe in the sand and groom their fur.
Read moreLet the digging begin with this handy sandbox from the Trixie brand. A sandbox made of untreated natural wood, with two entrances and a beautiful plexiglass "viewing window" at the front. Once filled with chinchilla sand, the animals can bathe and groom t
Read moreThe Getzoo Sandbox provides the ideal place for your pet's daily grooming and is particularly suitable for all types of mice, steppe lemmings, dwarf hamsters and small golden hamsters. We recommend high-quality chinchilla sand as filling. The ergonomic sh
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Dive into the Sand Fun with the Getzoo Wooden Sandpit Hamsterscaping Tray! This fantastic sand bath is an absolute must-have for all hamsterscaping enthusiasts. With a diameter of 25 cm, it offers plenty of space for your little rodents to dig, roll and p
Read moreThe Bathhouse is suitable for both Dwarf hamsters and Golden hamsters. It has an entrance on both sides that your rodent can easily crawl through. Both the roof and the plexiglass at the front are also removable.
Read moreLet the digging and bathing begin with this handy sandbox from the Ferplast brand. A sandbox made of untreated FSC certified wood, with two entrances and a beautiful plexiglass "viewing window" at the front. Once filled with chinchilla sand, the animals c
Read moreThis 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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The auratus cup is a hollowed out tree trunk that can be used as a food bowl or as a small sandbox for small rodents. The cup has a beautiful natural look and is very sturdy.
Read moreThe Trixie Rock Bowl can be used as a feeding bowl for rodents. The bowl is also suitable as a sandbox for small rodents. You can fill the bowl with, for example, Chinchilla sand or Gerbil sand and your little rodent can lea...
Read moreThe Trixie Rock Bowl can be used as a food bowl for rodents. The bowl is also suitable as a sandbox for small rodents. You can fill the container with, for example, Chinchilla sand or Gerbil sand and your little rodent can...
Read moreThe Long Rock Bowl is a versatile bowl that can be used in a variety of ways. Besides being a food bowl, this bowl is also specially designed for water. It can therefore be a beautiful and natural water bowl for rodents. Thanks to its shape, the largest s
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The Rock Bowl Corner is a versatile bowl that can be used in various ways. Besides being a food bowl, this bowl is also specially designed for water. It can therefore be a beautiful and natural water bowl for rodents. Thanks to its shape, the largest size
Read moreWith 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
Read moreThe 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
Read moreBeautiful glass square sand bowl for small rodents. The sand bowl can easily be placed in a habitat and once filled with a small layer of sand, the animals can bathe in the sand and groom their fur.
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For many rodents, a sand bath is more than just "fun to roll around in": it helps with grooming and is actually essential for some species. Think of gerbils and chinchillas , but mice , (dwarf) hamsters , and degus also enjoy using a sand bath.
In the wild, these animals bathe in sand to keep their fur in good condition and to absorb excess fat. Many animals also simply enjoy digging, rolling, and dust bathing.
Sand helps keep the coat “airy” and cared for.
Gerbils and chinchillas generally really need it.
Many animals use it as a rest and “spa” moment.
Choose a container with sufficient space and a shape that fits your enclosure.
Which animals is a sandbox suitable for?
- Gerbils & chinchillas: sand baths are generally important for coat condition.
- (Dwarf) hamsters: like to use sand for rolling and grooming; also good as a toilet spot.
- Mice: Many mice find sand a nice enrichment and use it for grooming.
- Degus: Sand baths are often popular; choose a sturdy container and suitable sand.
Tip: when choosing a container, pay attention to the size (your animal should be able to roll around in it comfortably) and the edge/hood : higher edges or a (partially) closed hood often keep the sand in the enclosure better.
Which sand is suitable for a sand bath?
Not all sand is suitable for bathing. For a sand bath, it's best to use special bath sand/chinchilla sand that's fine and soft. Other types of sand can be too coarse or contain sharp particles, which can be less pleasant for the skin and coat.
Checklist: How to make a safe sand bath
- Choose the right size: your animal should be able to turn/roll in it without feeling cramped.
- Use suitable bath sand: fine, soft and intended for sand baths.
- Don't fill too high: a layer that allows for rolling is enough (too full = extra spillage).
- Stable placement: place the container firmly so that it does not tip over.
- Keep it clean: remove wet spots/droppings and replace the sand regularly.
Use & hygiene
- Daily check: Is the container being used as a toilet? Scoop out any debris immediately.
- Change regularly: the more often the fish uses the water, the sooner the sand needs to be replaced.
- Cleaning the tray: Wipe the tray clean and let it dry thoroughly before adding new sand.
Safety
- Avoid shell sand: it often contains sharp particles and is not intended as bath sand.
- Be careful with dust: preferably use bath sand that is suitable for sand baths and avoid "powdery" sand in a poorly ventilated enclosure.
- Check for moisture: wet sand clumps and can become less hygienic – change it regularly.
Rabbits: prefer a digging box to a sand bath
For rabbits, the concept is different: they don't use a "sand bath" for grooming like chinchillas, but they often love to dig. That's why there are special digging boxes you can offer as enrichment (for example, in a run). This allows rabbits to indulge in natural digging behavior without the entire garden being plowed up.

