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Summer Products & Cooling for Rodents and Rabbits – Safely Cool on Hot Days
The Icepod is ideal for hot days. The cute pink disc will provide your rodents with a wonderful cooling sensation when they're overheating. Rodents can get hot quickly due to their coats, and some animals, like rabbits, have difficulty...
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The cooling element has been specially developed to keep rodents and rabbits cool in the summer. When temperatures rise, it is important to give the animals a place to cool down. Rabbits especially like to lie on or next to the cool pod in the summer.
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Thanks to the Trixie heat cushion, rodents and rabbits stay nice and warm during cold days. The heat cushion is actually a kind of pod that can be heated in the microwave. The pod then gives off heat for hours. The soft cover ensures a comfortable positio
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This Igloo gives small rodents the cooling they need on hot days. The Igloo is made of insulating ceramic. The properties of ceramic ensure that the house stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter. It gets even cooler, because the house consists of
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The cooling stone is made of rough ceramic and provides small rodents with cooling in the summer during hot days. The cooling stone can be placed in the refrigerator so that it becomes even colder. The cooling stone is available in different sizes, making
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The Cooling Stone is made of rough ceramic and provides small rodents with cooling in the summer during hot days. The cooling stone can be placed in the refrigerator and then in the rodents' enclosure. The plate is spacious, making it suitable for larger
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The Aluminum Cooling Plate provides cooling for hot rodents. The bed is easy to use; simply place it in the enclosure. It's also 100% rodent-proof!
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The aluminum tray can be mounted in a lattice cage. The mounting screws are included. The aluminum tray is easy to clean. The beveled side is at the bottom on the right side of the tray.
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The aluminum corner shelf can be fixed in a lattice cage. The fixing screws are included. The aluminum corner shelf is easy to clean.
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The Aluminum Chinchilla House is a 100% gnaw-proof house specially made for Chinchillas. The house can be placed down or easily hung in the living room. The house is open on the sides and has an open round entrance/exit at the front. Thanks to the cool ma
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The ceramic house supports the regulation of body temperature on hot days. Summers can sometimes be very hot, so it is good to give small rodents a place in the enclosure where they can cool down. A big advantage of a ceramic house is its closed shape. Th
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A 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
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Charming Multifunctional Apple House for Small Rodents! Discover the perfect refuge for your little rodent friends with this versatile house, specially designed for mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils.
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The Happy Pet Ceramic House Apple is a cute house for small rodents in the shape of an apple. The house is made of ceramic, which makes it easy to clean and also nice and cool in the summer. The house is suitable for small rodents such as mice and dwarf h
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The Happy Pet Ceramic House Melon is a cute house for small rodents in the shape of a Melon. The house is made of ceramic which makes it easy to clean and also nice and cool in the summer. The house is suitable for small rodents such as Mice and Dwarf Ham
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The terracotta house is designed in the shape of an underground hole. But perhaps the biggest advantage of this house is the nail-wearing property of the rough surface. Because small rodents are active and curious, climbing and ...
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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.
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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.
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A sleeping house in the shape of a peanut for small rodents! Who thought that up? The Ceramic House is made in the shape of a peanut and that is not only nice to look at, but the closed shape gives the animals a sense of security. In addition, ceramic is
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The Terracotta Forest Mushroom House is a cheerful house in the shape of a mushroom for small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters and gerbils. The house is made of terracotta. This material has an insulating effect, which keeps the house nice and warm in
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The Rodipet Ceramic Rock House has a beautiful natural design and a large entrance that allows hamsters to enter comfortably, even with bulging cheek pouches! The surface of the rock is made of sturdy ceramic and invites you to climb, explore and keep a l
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The Terracotta Tunnel is a beautiful large tunnel that, in addition to providing hiding places, also helps to wear down the nails. Terracotta is quite rough and works almost like a nail file for the animals. In addition, terracotta also works as insulatio
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Discover the Taste of Summer for your Little Rodent Friends with the Rodent Grocery Herb Packet Summer Harvest! Summer is the season of abundance, and that also applies to our furry rodent friends. With our Herb Packet Summer Harvest you give your beloved
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You can easily and quickly order Summer Products & Cooling for Rodents and Rabbits at DRD Rodent Shop ®
Hot days call for smart, species-appropriate choices. A hamster or mouse primarily seeks a cool, sheltered resting spot, while guinea pigs and rabbits benefit from spacious cool zones, fresh drinking water, and additional daily checkups. In this category, you'll find a carefully selected mix of cooling packs, cooling stones, ceramic/terracotta hideaways, and gnaw-resistant aluminum cooling (perfect for true rodents like gerbils, chinchillas, and degus). DRD Rodent Shop ® has been a specialist since 2011 – so you shop with knowledge and practical, safe tips.
Product groups Summer products & Cooling
Quickly add a cool place to lie down (always with freedom of choice).
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Strong, popular cooling solution for rodents, guinea pigs and rabbits.
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Platforms/houses that provide contact cooling via legs and belly (100% gnaw-proof).
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Stay cool and rest in a sheltered spot: ideal for animals that don't like to lie in the open.
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What will you find here?
- Cooling elements & cooling pods: rapid cooling (such as an ICEPOD/cooling pod) to provide temporary extra cooling comfort – always with the option of alternatives.
- Cooling stones (ceramic): cool places to lie down that you can easily place in a shady corner of your enclosure.
- Aluminum trays and houses: contact cooling via legs/belly and ideal for animals that like to gnaw (gnaw-resistant).
- Ceramic and terracotta houses/tunnels: cool hiding places so your pet doesn't have to lie "too open."
- Summer enrichment: herbs (variety) for browsing and foraging (as a supplement, not as a basic food).
- Seasonal care: products and tips to support extra summer checkups and hygiene.
For which animals?
- Hamsters, dwarf hamsters, mice: they especially benefit from a cool, sheltered resting place (ceramic/terracotta or cooling stone in the shade).
- Gerbils: preferably choose gnaw-proof options such as aluminium (they are often avid rodents).
- Rats: Cooling stones and (spacious) platforms are popular; offer several cooling spots so the group can choose.
- Guinea pigs & rabbits: Larger cooling stones/cool zones and a cool hiding place often work best.
- Chinchillas & degus: aluminum trays/houses are great: cooling through contact and durable.
Checklist: how to make it heat-proof
- Shade & location: place the enclosure out of direct sunlight and avoid the "greenhouse effect" behind glass.
- Always freedom of choice: offer at least two cool places (e.g. cooling stone + cooling hut/ceramic) so your animal can choose.
- Setting up a cooling zone: preferably place the cooling element in a cool corner, not in the warmest spot.
- Check drinking water extra often: change it more often in hot weather and check whether the water is being drunk properly.
- Check animals: pay attention to behavior, appetite, and lethargy; if in doubt, consult a veterinarian.
- Maintain hygiene: remove wet spots and dirty corners more quickly (comfort depends on freshness and dryness).
Practical tips
Cooling elements & cooling pods
- Don't "cool everything": a cooling element should never be placed under the entire enclosure; your animal must be able to get away from the cooling system.
- Cool, not ice cold: always check with your hand that the temperature is comfortable.
- Provide shelter: many animals prefer to use cooling in/next to a shelter rather than in the middle of the enclosure.
- Examples in this category: Scratch and Newton Icepod, Beeztees Cooling Element 21 cm, Trixie Heat & Cool Pod, Trixie Igloo with Cooling Stone.
Cooling stones (ceramic)
- Out of the sun: a cooling stone in the sun can actually heat up – always place it in the shade.
- Create a “cool corner”: place the cooling stone in a quiet area (possibly partly under a shelter/tunnel).
- Useful for many species: from hamsters to rabbits – just make sure you choose the right size.
- Examples: Trixie Cooling Stone Blue Ceramic, Cooling Stone Ceramic.
Rodent-resistant aluminum cooling
- Perfect for real rodents: gerbils, chinchillas and degus love to gnaw – aluminium remains intact.
- Contact cooling: animals experience cooling through their legs and bellies when they lie on the platform.
- Multiple heights: a platform also offers a choice (rest above, shelter below) – nice in warm weather.
- Examples: Aluminum Cooling Plate, Aluminum Tray, Aluminum Corner Tray 20 cm, Aluminum Chinchilla House 30 cm.
Cool hiding places (ceramic & terracotta)
- Feel cool and safe: ideal for animals that don't like to lie "open" in the heat.
- Preferably two entrances where possible: especially for guinea pigs/rabbits, a hiding place with the option to escape is extra nice.
- Material choice: ceramic/terracotta often stays cooler than wood and is easy to keep clean.
- Examples: Ceramic houses (e.g. apple/peanut/melon), Terracotta houses, Terracotta tunnel.
Summer enrichment
- Herbs = a supplement: see them as a variation for browsing/foraging, not as a replacement for complete food.
- Rest time: on hot days many animals opt for “lazy” enrichment: quietly sniffing and selecting.
- Example: Summer Harvest Herb Package .
Seasonal care (summer)
- Daily check: warm weather requires extra monitoring (behaviour, appetite, drinking, hygiene).
- Dry & Clean: Remove dirty or damp corners faster – that helps comfort and health.
- Always use according to the label: care products are supportive; follow instructions and keep observing.
- Example: Anti-Myiasis (maggot disease) spray 75 ml.
Hygiene & maintenance
- Cooling stones/ceramics: Wipe and clean regularly; let dry completely before replacing.
- Cooling elements: Keep clean and dry; check for damage/leaks before use.
- Hiding places: check daily for wet areas and dirt (especially in warm weather).
- Drinking water: change more often in hot weather and check for flow/blockage.
Safety
- Freedom of choice is mandatory: always offer cooling in such a way that your animal can walk away (never "fixed" cooling underneath everything).
- Do not place in direct sunlight: cooling stones/cooling elements can heat up in direct sunlight.
- Beware of rodents: for avid rodents, prefer ceramic/terracotta or aluminium instead of soft or fragile materials.
- Take signals seriously: lethargy, panting, not wanting to eat/drink or abnormal behaviour = immediately cool the dog and contact the vet.
FAQ Summer Products & Cooling
What is better: heatsink or cooling element?
A cooling stone is ideal as a permanent, cool place to lie down (low-fuss, sturdy). A cooling pack/ICEPOD is handy as an extra boost on really hot days. Many customers combine both.
Which cooling is the most gnawing-resistant?
Aluminum trays/houses are the most durable for animals that like to chew (such as gerbils, chinchillas and degus).
Where is the best place to place a cooling stone?
In a shady, quiet corner of the enclosure. Keep it out of direct sunlight and always provide an alternative (not cool) resting spot.
My pet doesn't lie on the cooling stone, is that a problem?
No. Cooling works best as a choice . Some animals prefer a cool hiding place (ceramic/terracotta) or an aluminum tray.
