Hi guys,

I've always loved the look of the Rotastak hamster homes but have heard a lot of views lately that they aren't really suitable.

What hamster homes would everyone here recommend?

I've used standard cages before the the shavings being thrown really bugs me. I've also used the Habitrail tanks which I really like, but I'm assuming they get the same write up as the Rotastak?

Anyone have any recommendations?

Not even sure I'll be getting a hamster again, but want to keep up to date on whats good and bad

Thanks!

if they really bother u get like a card board box - a bit bigger than the cage and the shavings will land in there.


I heard bad write ups so didn't bother with them.

Depending on the hammy you are getting, it varies as to what is the best cage. The RSPCA recommends a cage for a Syrian to be at least 58cm in length (otherwise its classed as cruel), my hammy Jasper is in a Gabber Rex, which is 69cm. Its one of the best out there, all plastic with bars on the top, no mess at all! However they are hard to get hold of, and they can be pricey because of that. I was lucky and got a brand new one on ebay.




Here's a site that sells them...
Paws etc


Other than the Gabber, I recommend any one off ZooPlus (all good sizes - Hamster Cages: great selection at zooplus), the Hamster Heaven, and Savic Cambridge (the last two are common, so just google them and you should find plenty of sites selling them).

Please avoid the Rotastak, they really aren't suitable for any types of hamsters. They are too small for Syrians, and its hard to tame any breed living in them, because they have so many bolt holes.

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Dont like them personaly as some hamsters are quite latge and likely to get stuck they also are time consumming to clean them out properly with all the parts. Have you considered a large tank as long as the hamster is not kept by heat and the top has good ventilation or they can get heat stroke. But the wood chips dont go every where either.They cant knaw the bars either

The one in the pictures is great for hamsters!! My russian hamster loved his rest his soul. I have to say I like the crittertrails and rotastacks but I used them for mice. Not so good for hamsters as well...they are bigger!!! lol.

Thanks for the input guys That one is nice Happy, thx for posting that Good solution to the shaving flinging whilst still giving a good amount of space.

I looked back through some old posts on here and Crofty I think it was had a lovely wooden hamster ... mansion I guess is the best way to describe it!!

Does anyone else have any experience with them? Wouldn't a hammy just chew out of a wooden cage?

Will look back again to make sure it actually was Crofty and will then pm her to see how hers is holding up!

Notice how yesterday it was "I'm not sure I'll ever own a hamster again" and today it's pm'ing people for cage help!

What am I like?!

I too recommend the Gabber Rex, although you need an 8" diameter wheel for a syrian (the silent spinner is only 6.5").

If i'm allowed to say this, my website has an article about cages (addy is under my sig).

In short, i recomment the gabber rex, zoozone 1 or 2 or savic cambridge.

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DONT GET ROTASTAK , HABITRAL, OR ANY OTHER TUBEY CRAP!!

get one with 2-3 floors.

I got a cage with 4 floors from a random pet shop for £16.99

I WAS SOOOOOOO PLEASED WITH IT!!

Pet Supplies, Pet Food, and Pet Products on Sale Now at zooplus.com is a real good site

xx

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I've just bought a habitrail Ovo Loft its the best cage i've ever bought and i've had a fair few different types!!

Its 69cm long, very roomy and has the ability to add tunnels and hideouts aswell.

I'm really impressed with it!!

Image of the Habitrail, hope it doesn't break forum rules??