Rock Bowl in 10, 12 or 18 cm

Rock Bowl for food, water or sand

The Rock Bowl is a natural-looking resin bowl with a rocky appearance. Its shape fits beautifully into a natural setup, hamster scaping, mouse scaping or gerbil scaping. You can use the bowl as a food bowl or water bowl, and the largest version can also be used as a compact sand bowl for small rodents.

The Rock Bowl is available as a 10 cm, 12 cm or 18 cm version. The 10 and 12 cm versions are suitable as a food or water bowl for small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), gerbils and dwarf rats. The largest 18 cm size can also be used as a sand bowl for small rodents such as dwarf hamsters, and as a food bowl for degus.

Why choose the Rock Bowl?

A food or water bowl may be a small part of the enclosure, but in daily use it makes a real difference. With a fixed feeding spot, you can see more easily how much has been eaten and the food stays together better. The Rock Bowl does this in a way that suits a natural setup: a rocky outside, with a smoother inside for practical daily use.

The stepped outer edge makes the bowl easy for small animals to reach. This is especially useful for mice, dwarf hamsters and other small rodents that do not like having to climb over a high rim to reach food or water.

The largest size, 18 cm, is extra versatile. For small rodents such as dwarf hamsters, this version can be used as a compact sand bowl. Fill it with suitable bathing sand, such as chinchilla sand or gerbil sand, and place it securely in the enclosure. This creates a small, clear sand area that fits nicely into a natural setup.

Which size should you choose?

Because the Rock Bowl is available in three versions, choose the size based on the animal and the use. If you use the bowl for daily food or water, a compact size is often enough. If you want to use it as a sand bowl or for a larger animal such as a degu, the largest version is more logical.

• 10 cm: suitable as a food or water bowl for small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), gerbils and dwarf rats. Approx. 10 × 7.5 × 2.5 cm.
• 12 cm: suitable as a slightly roomier food or water bowl for mice, dwarf hamsters, Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), gerbils and dwarf rats. Approx. 12 × 11 × 3.5 cm.
• 18 cm: suitable as a larger food bowl, as a compact sand bowl for small rodents such as dwarf hamsters and as a food bowl for degus. Approx. 18 × 16 × 4.5 cm.

When in doubt between 10 or 12 cm for an adult animal, the 12 cm version is often the more comfortable choice. It gives a little more space without immediately becoming large. Choose the 18 cm version mainly when you deliberately want a roomier bowl, for example for sand, a larger feeding spot or as a degu food bowl.

Which animals is this product suitable for?

• Mouse: suitable in the 10 or 12 cm version as a food or water bowl. For a group of mice, the 12 cm version can be more comfortable because there is a little more space around the feeding spot.
• Dwarf hamster: suitable in 10 or 12 cm as a food or water bowl. The 18 cm version can also be used for dwarf hamsters as a compact sand bowl, provided it stands securely and is filled with suitable bathing sand.
• Hamster: suitable for Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters) in the 10 or 12 cm version as a food or water bowl. Choose 12 cm if you prefer a slightly roomier feeding spot.
• Gerbil: suitable in the 10 or 12 cm version as a food or water bowl. Place the bowl securely, as gerbils actively dig and can move bedding around.
• Dwarf rat: suitable in the 10 or 12 cm version as a compact food or water bowl. For larger portions or several animals, a larger or heavier bowl can be more practical.
• Degu: suitable in the 18 cm version as a food bowl. Degus are active gnawers, so check the bowl regularly for damage and choose a heavier or more gnaw-resistant bowl if gnawing is strong.

Use as a food bowl

As a food bowl, the Rock Bowl helps you offer food in a fixed place. This is useful for daily pellets, small portions of seeds, herbs, vegetables or snacks. You can see more quickly what has been eaten and prevent everything from disappearing straight into the bedding.

For mice, dwarf hamsters, Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), gerbils and dwarf rats, the 10 or 12 cm versions are the most logical choice as a daily food bowl. The 18 cm version is roomier and can work well as a food bowl for degus or when you deliberately want to create a larger, open feeding spot.

Use as a water bowl

The Rock Bowl can also be used as a water bowl. An open water bowl has the advantage that animals can drink in a natural way. At the same time, water in an open bowl needs a little more maintenance, because bedding, sand or food can get into it more quickly.

Refresh the water daily and clean the bowl regularly. For small animals, check whether the bowl is easy to reach and stable. For animals that dig a lot or move bedding around, it can help to place the water bowl on a flat tile, platform or stable surface.

Use as a sand bowl

The 18 cm Rock Bowl can also be used as a compact sand bowl for small rodents. This is especially useful for dwarf hamsters or other small animals when you want to create a small, fixed sand area without placing a large sand bath in the enclosure.

Use suitable bathing sand, such as chinchilla sand or gerbil sand. Shell sand is not suitable as bathing sand. Remove dirty sand in time and refresh the sand regularly so the sand area stays clean and pleasant.

Material and maintenance

Material: resin / polyester resin.

Dimensions: 10 cm version approx. 10 × 7.5 × 2.5 cm; 12 cm version approx. 12 × 11 × 3.5 cm; 18 cm version approx. 18 × 16 × 4.5 cm.

The Rock Bowl has a natural outside and a smoother inside. This makes the bowl practical to clean. Wipe it with a damp cloth or lukewarm water and let it dry well before placing it back.

Do not use hot water and preferably avoid soap or harsh cleaning products. These can affect the material. Check the bowl regularly for wear, damage or sharp edges and replace it when it is no longer safe or easy to keep clean.

Good to know

• The Rock Bowl is available as a 10, 12 or 18 cm version.
• The 10 or 12 cm version is suitable as a food or water bowl for mice, dwarf hamsters, Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), gerbils and dwarf rats.
• The 18 cm version can be used as a compact sand bowl for small rodents.
• The 18 cm version can also be used as a food bowl for degus.
• For sand, only use suitable bathing sand such as chinchilla sand or gerbil sand.
• Water in an open bowl should be refreshed daily and more often when needed.
• Do not clean with hot water, soap or harsh cleaning products.

Frequently asked questions

Which size should I choose for dwarf hamsters?

For dwarf hamsters, the 10 or 12 cm versions are suitable as a food or water bowl. If you want to use the bowl as a compact sand bowl, choose the 18 cm version.

Which size is suitable for Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters)?

For Syrian Hamsters (Golden Hamsters), choose the 10 or 12 cm version as a food or water bowl. The 12 cm version gives a little more space and is therefore often the more comfortable choice.

Can I use the largest size as a sand bowl?

Yes, the 18 cm version can be used as a compact sand bowl for small rodents. Use suitable bathing sand and refresh the sand regularly.

Is the Rock Bowl suitable as a food bowl for degus?

Yes, the 18 cm version can be used as a food bowl for degus. Check regularly for gnaw marks and stability, because degus are active gnawers.

Can I use the Rock Bowl as a water bowl?

Yes, the bowl can also be used as a water bowl. Refresh the water daily and clean the bowl regularly, as an open water bowl can get dirty faster.

How do I clean the Rock Bowl?

Clean the bowl with a damp cloth or lukewarm water and let it dry well. Do not use hot water, soap or harsh cleaning products.

Useful shop links

• View food bowls for rodents
• Hamster food bowls
• Gerbil food bowls
• Sand bowls for rodents
• Hamster sand and sand bath
• Degu food bowls

The Rock Bowl is a nice choice for owners looking for a practical bowl that does not look out of place in a natural setup. By choosing 10, 12 or 18 cm, you can match the bowl to the use: compact feeding, offering water, creating a small sand area or using a roomier food bowl for degus.