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Rat cage accessories – hooks, chains, clamps & handy tools
This multifunctional shovel can be used for all sorts of things. For example, we find this shovel very useful for scooping up food or bedding. Many animals also use a sandbox, for example. With this shovel you can easily scoop up the desired amount of san
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The Trixie Scoop is a handy scoop that can be used to remove bedding or clean the pee corner.
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Thanks to this sieve shovel, the sand is sieved in no time and all excrement is removed. The shovel has a pleasant handle made of plastic. The sieve itself is made of stainless steel.
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The Ferplast Tube Line Chain is a metal chain with a clamp on both sides. The necklace is supplied per two pieces in a bag. They are ideal for use on hammocks and other hanging objects, for example to replace gnawed strings on hammocks.
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Rodents are smart animals and sometimes know very well how to open a cage. With this handy cage lock you can now easily lock the cage. Escapes are now a thing of the past.
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Snack Clamp 2 pieces With this handy snack clamp you can hang treats and food for your rodent in the cage. The clamp is easy to attach to the bars of the cage and by means of a grip system you can hang all kinds of snacks.
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Discover the perfect companion for effortlessly adjusting high-quality hemp mats with the exclusive Hemp Mat Scissors. These special scissors are designed with precision and craftsmanship to make cutting hemp mats a breeze.
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Easily measure the temperature and humidity in your enclosure with this combination thermohygrometer. Its measuring range is from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) and 30% to 90% humidity. The meter is easy to attach to your enclosure thanks to its suction cup.
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These trays are part of the Savic Royale Suite Cages and they are suitable for the Rodent Cage Savic Royale Suite and the Royale Suite XL. In the selection menu you can make a choice between both trays depending on which Suite you have.
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Introducing the Super S Hook: Your ultimate helper with DIY projects!
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You know how it is - sometimes those screws on your Ferplast Plateau get lost or damaged, and you wonder where to find replacements. Look no further! With the Ferplast L373 Set of 4 Gray Replacement Screws, you're always prepared.
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Organize and Present Your Snacks in Style with the Luxury Small Wooden Storage Box! A touch of elegance and practical organization come together in our Luxury Small Wooden Storage Chest. This beautiful storage box, made from untreated bare wood and equipp
Read moreRat cage accessories – smart hanging, securing and maintaining the rat cage
Rats are clever climbers and true "project managers" in their cages: they drag, move, hang, pull, and test everything. That's precisely why the right cage accessories make all the difference. Think of S-hooks and chains to securely hang hammocks or hideouts, a cage lock for extra security, treat clips for enrichment, and handy tools for cleaning and monitoring (such as scoops and a thermometer/hygrometer).
At DRD Rodent Shop ® , you don't choose "loose bits and bobs," but practical items that are truly useful in everyday rat cages. This makes it easier to build multiple routes, hangouts, and resting zones – and the enclosure remains more manageable to maintain. Specialists in rodents and rabbits since 2011.
With hooks and chains you can hang hammocks and shelters stably and safely.
Rat hammocks →
Snack clips and “work for food” make feeding more fun and active.
Play & Forage →
Scoops and measuring tools help with routine, spot cleaning and a pleasant cage climate.
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Choosing cage accessories – quick selection guide
Cage accessories are the "tools" of your setup. Choose based on what you want to improve: hanging , security , enrichment , or maintenance .
1) Hanging & connecting
- Use S-hooks/chains to securely attach hammocks, sleeping bags and hanging shelters.
- Tip: build multiple “routes” by combining platforms & ladders and tunnels & pipes .
2) Extra security (closing & fixing)
- Do you have enterprising "escape engineers"? Then a cage lock can provide extra peace of mind.
- Spare parts (such as screws) are useful if you want to replace or securely re-install a cage part.
3) Enrichment (feeding with a twist)
- With a snack clamp you can offer vegetables, herbs or nibbleable twigs in a different place: search, pull, work together.
- Combine with herbs & seeds or snacks for variety.
4) Maintenance & climate
- Scoops/sieve scoops make spot cleaning faster, especially around toilet corners and favorite spots.
- A thermo-hygrometer helps to monitor the temperature and humidity in the room (or near the cage).
✔ Practical tip: choose a few truly useful accessories instead of lots of separate extras. Peace of mind, clarity, and safety always win.
What rat cage accessories can you find here?
In this category you will mainly find practical "helpers" that are often used in a rat cage:
- Hooks & fasteners (such as S-hooks) – for hammocks, hanging shelters and creating clever routes.
- Chain/connection – to hang accessories at the right height or to position them more stably.
- Snack clips – simple enrichment: offering food in a place other than the food bowl.
- Cage locks & (spare) parts – extra security and convenient for maintenance/replacement.
- Cleaning tools (scoops/sieve scoops) – faster spot cleaning and easier routine.
- Measuring tools (thermometer/hygrometer) – for additional control over the living environment.
Mounting & installation – how to hang safely and rat-proof
Rats love to climb and take advantage of heights. This is great, as long as everything hangs stably and there's no risk of getting stuck or falling.
- Check the “pull test”: if you pull on it and it moves a lot, a rat will definitely loosen it.
- Avoid open loops and protruding points; work neatly and check regularly.
- Create a logical route: combine it with plateaus and also add resting places such as houses at the bottom.
Maintenance – small help, big difference
The right accessories make maintenance easier and more consistent. This helps not only you, but also your rats (rest = routine).
✔ Spot-clean daily: scoop away wet spots and replace what is needed.
✔ When using toilet-trained corners, also use toilets and, if necessary, pee mats .
✔ Hanging accessories: check closures and fastenings weekly (rats will “work” everything loose).
✔ Monitor the climate in your home: a stable environment is especially helpful for sensitive rats.
Checklist – cage accessories that “work”
✔ Firmly attached (pull and wobble test passed)
✔ No sharp edges, open loops or loose parts
✔ Convenient for your routine (cleaning/checking doesn't require "extra effort")
✔ Fits your interior: combine cleverly with hammocks , tunnels and platforms
✔ Extra enrichment? Add via Play & Forage
Safety
Check cage accessories regularly for wear , bending, and loose fasteners. Ensure that no parts protrude or create open loops where legs can get caught. Position hanging items so there's always a "catch route" (e.g., a platform underneath). If you're unsure about the safety of something, choose simplicity: stable, spacious, and easily accessible.
FAQ – Rat Cage Accessories
What do I use S-hooks and chains for most?
For securely hanging and raising hammocks, hanging shelters, and other cage furnishings. This allows you to create more routes and rest areas.
Is a cage lock really necessary?
Not always, but it can provide extra security with cages that rats can easily push open or with clever climbers who try everything.
How do I make feeding more fun without making it “too difficult”?
Start small: use a treat clip or offer some of the treats in a different location. Combine them with foraged items and continue to observe how your group reacts.
How often should I check cage accessories?
Hanging and mounting hardware should be checked weekly (and even more often for young, active rodents). A quick check prevents surprises.
✔ Cage accessories for safe hanging, mounting and enrichment
✔ Handy tools for routine, cleaning and checking
✔ Specialist since 2011
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