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Rat cage accessories – hooks, chains, clamps & handy tools
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Rat 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.
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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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