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Cages for Rodents: bar cages, terrariums & C&C
You can order cages for rodents quickly and easily at DRD Rodent Shop ®
A good home is the foundation for a safe, comfortable, and active life. In this category, you'll find carefully selected rodent cages suitable for various animal species and living styles: from spacious wire cages for climbers to glass terrariums for deep substrate and natural décor, expandable C&C wire cube cages, and wooden enclosures with a warm appearance. DRD Rodent Shop® has been a Specialist since 2011 – so you're shopping with knowledge and experience.
Subcategories Cages for Rodents
Ideal for climbers such as rats and for large enclosures (e.g. chinchilla/degu).
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Warm appearance, often with glass for good visibility and tranquility.
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What will you find here?
- Spacious barred cages for active animals that like to climb and clamber.
- Glass terrariums for digging, ground cover at height and a peaceful interior.
- Modular C&C systems that you can expand or adapt to your space.
- Wooden cages for a warm, natural look and a pleasant "home" feeling.
For which animals?
- Hamsters: Often happiest in a terrarium with plenty of substrate to dig and tunnel.
- Gerbils: Terrarium or other solution with plenty of digging depth; structure and "work space" are preferred.
- Mice: they like to climb; pay extra attention to the bar spacing and layout (plenty of routes and hiding places).
- Rats: Bar cages with height, climbing opportunities and platforms often work very well.
- Chinchillas & degus: sturdy, spacious cages with levels and robust furnishings.
- Guinea pigs: often thrive in a spacious, practically arranged enclosure (e.g. C&C), with a focus on floor space.
Checklist: How to choose the right rodent cage
- Animal species & behavior: Is your animal primarily a digger, climber, or a "floor dweller"?
- Dimensions: Choose generously sized; extra space makes furnishing and care easier.
- Bar spacing (if a bar cage): the smaller the animal, the smaller the required distance (check the product specifications).
- Ventilation: important for any type of accommodation; also ensure logical air circulation within the layout.
- Maintenance: large doors, removable bins and a clever layout save a lot of time.
Practical tips
- Setting up the terrarium: work with zones (sleeping, foraging, sand bath) and use substrate to create depth.
- Setting up a wire cage: build routes with platforms, hammocks, ropes, and hiding places; this way you really make use of the height.
- C&C systems: start practical and expand later; modularity works ideally in changing situations.
- Peace & safety: place the enclosure out of draughts, not in direct sunlight, and on a stable surface.
Hygiene & maintenance
- Daily: Remove wet spots and check food and water areas.
- Periodically: Clean the bases, shelves, and accessories; replace any materials that are no longer fresh.
- Convenient: Preferably choose a cage with good accessibility (doors/flaps) for stress-free cleaning.
Safety
- Prevent escape: check locks and weak points, especially with smart rodents.
- Limit fall height: ensure logical routes and safe transitions between floors.
- Choice of materials: match the material to the gnawing behaviour (strong rodents require sturdier solutions).
- Glass/terrarium: choose stable, suitable lids/grids and ensure ventilation in the setup.
FAQ Rodent Cages
What is better: wire cage or terrarium?
That depends largely on your pet's behavior. Climbers often benefit from a wire cage, while diggers benefit from a terrarium with substrate.
What should I pay attention to when using a barred cage?
Check dimensions, bar spacing, access (doors) and the possibility of safe climbing with platforms and routes.
Why do people choose C&C cages?
Because they are modular: you can arrange and expand them to suit your space and the needs of your animals.
