Small Exercise Pen

There are various types of Dwarf hamsters but they can all become wonderful pets. And just because they are tiny-er than their Syrian cousins, they still need the same amount of attention.

Dwarf hamsters can often be more delicate, skittish, and faster to make an escape.Their small size allows them to fit into small cracks and spaces so they need a secure enclosure. Hamsters build their homes in tunnels that they dig themselves in the sand and dirt of their native homelands. In a home environment, they can thrive in the plastic tubular habitats that are available to purchase at most pet stores,in fact you will find a vast array of other inexpensive items as well to make them feel at home. But, being of their small size, the hamster habitats might be too large for them to be able to climb and maneuver in properly.

Luckily, they now make tubular habitats that are built smaller and expressly for mice. These types of enclosures are better suited for dwarf hamsters. They will also do well in a 10-20 gallon tank or a wire pen Hamsters are actually active creatures. So,it would be beneficial for them that a wheel be placed inside the pen so they can get plenty of exercise. Out of the many studies that have been conducted,one study found that a typical hamster could run up to five miles on their wheel. There are smaller wheels specifically made for dwarf hamsters.

A small amount of substrate placed underneath their pen will satisfy their burrowing instincts. Owners need to use a dust free and absorbent material like wood shavings but not cedar or pine based products due to the respiratory problems these materials can cause. The substrate in the hamster's pen should be particularly emptied out and replaced every week. Hamsters like to make nests out of the substrates in their cages. There are also a number of other materials that one can find around the house that make ideal nesting materials e.g. shredded newspaper, cotton wool or even tissues could be used. Often times they like to construct their nests in a small space like a nesting box. Being they are naturally shy animals, they like the privacy that these boxes offer.

Considering their high metabolism, dwarf hamsters consume as much as the larger Syrian hamster. These funny little creatures eat different types of vegetables, seeds, dried fruits and pellets. All the same hamsters have a tendency to hide their food in their nesting places rather then leaving it in their normal feeding containers, and of course they still need to be offered a constant supply of fresh foods and a fresh water supply.

Another important aspect that owners need to be concerned about is ensuring that they give their hamsters some sort of chewing toys. Another unusual feature about Hamsters is that their teeth always continue to grow, so they always feel the constant urge to gnaw on anything that is around them. Many owners get soft wooden toys for their pets so as to keep them busy, or they may likely chew on plastic accessories which could injure them if chewed to become rough and broken.

In addition to replacing the substrate of the hamster's pen on a weekly basis, the pen and all of its accessories need to be washed weekly. Owners can mix up a soapy mixture to clean them but be sure to rinse everything thoroughly. The pen should also be completely dry before new substrate is added to the cage. One should never use harsh chemicals because this can irritate hamsters. The joys of owning a dwarf hamster far out weigh the small degree of effort that needs to be put into the care of these amazing creatures.

ROB HILLMAN is a dwarf hamster expert. For more great information on Dwarf Hamster Care, visit http://www.dwarfhamstercare.biz

Midwest Small Animal Exercise Pen 8 Panel $37.65 Midwest Small Animal Exercise Pen is appropriate for ferrets, rabbits, rats, small breed puppies, kittens and other small pets. Safe and Expandable, Sets Up Complete in Seconds. No Tools or Connecting Pieces Required. Attractive Epoxy Coated Panels Provide Ample Play Area (9 Sq. Ft.). (3) Panel Extension, 100-29ADD Available. Great for Indoor or Outdoor Use Folds Flat for Storage and Travel. Size: Each panel is 29" H x 18" L ,8 panels total. Spacing: 1 inch, Material: 8 and 11 Gauge Wire, Finish: White Epoxy Powder Coated. Search_Phrases: Small Pets,Small Puppies,Small Puppy Paly Pen,Ferret And Rabbit Exercise Pen,Kitten Play Pen,Small Animal Products,Midwest Homes For Pets, Midwest Small Animal Exercise Pen 8 Panel

MidWest 100-29ADD Small Animal Exercise Pen Add on Panels (3) for 100- $28.95 "Midwest 100-29ADD Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The MidWest 100-29ADD exercise pen add on panel allows increased freedom of movement of your pets while still keeping your pet safe and secure. 100-29ADD Features: Small Animal Exercise Pen Add on Panels (3) for 100-29, Increase Freedom of Movement for Pets, Keeps Your Pets Safe & Secure, 3 Panels"

MidWest 100-29 Small Animal Exercise Pen 8 Panels - 29H x 18W (1 $46.95 "Midwest 100-29 Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The MidWest 100-29 small animal exercise pen sets up completely in seconds and no tools or connection pieces are required. This small animal exercise pen is perfect for ferrets, rabbits, rats, small breed puppies and kittens. The pen also easily folds flat for easy storage and travel. 100-29 Features: Pet Exercise Pen, 29""H x 18""W, White Powder Coating, Small Animal Exercise Pen 8 Panels, Easy to Set-Up, Great for Indoor / Outdoor Use, Fold Flat for Storage & Travel, For Ferrets, Rabbits, Rats, Puppies & Kittens Midwest 100-29 Includes: 8 Panels"

Majestic Pet 788995022244 24 in. Small Exercise Kennel Pen $55.69 Majestic Pet Products heavy duty Titan brand 24" Pet Exercise Pen, great for use at home, for travel, or at shows. Has a secure, double latch door within a panel, and configures to multiple shapes, or can be attached to other pens to make a larger enclosure. It can also be attached to a dog crate for a complete kennel solution. Easy assembly - just unfold and secure with the included ground anchors. Easy to carry - just fold it flat! Made of 9 and 11 gauge wire with a titanium zinc-plated finish. Sizing Rule of Thumb: Choose a pen that is at least 4" taller than the top of your dogs head. Height: 24". Width: 24".

Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen 30x192 $59.99 The Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen provides a safe and secure area for your dog to play. Perfect for travel, this exercise pen folds and lies flat for easy storage and set ups in minutes with no tools required. Perfect for home use, breeders, groomers, or while traveling, this exercise pen is suitable for a variety of pets. Features: Creates a safe and secure area for your dog Easy assembly, sets up in minutes with no hardware required Folds and lies flat for easy storage Perfect for travel, home use, dog shows, breeders, and groomers Features two secure latches on door Constructed from heavy-gauge zinc plated steel wire mesh Includes all hardware (ground anchors and snap bolts) Item Specifications: Dimensions: X-Small: (24" x 192") Small: (30" x 192") Medium: (36" x 192") Large: (42" x 192") X-Large: (48" x 192") Material: Heavy-gauge acrylic-coated steel mesh wire Color: Zinc plated

Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen 36x192 $69.99 The Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen provides a safe and secure area for your dog to play. Perfect for travel, this exercise pen folds and lies flat for easy storage and set ups in minutes with no tools required. Perfect for home use, breeders, groomers, or while traveling, this exercise pen is suitable for a variety of pets. Features: Creates a safe and secure area for your dog Easy assembly, sets up in minutes with no hardware required Folds and lies flat for easy storage Perfect for travel, home use, dog shows, breeders, and groomers Features two secure latches on door Constructed from heavy-gauge zinc plated steel wire mesh Includes all hardware (ground anchors and snap bolts) Item Specifications: Dimensions: X-Small: (24" x 192") Small: (30" x 192") Medium: (36" x 192") Large: (42" x 192") X-Large: (48" x 192") Material: Heavy-gauge acrylic-coated steel mesh wire Color: Zinc plated

Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen 42x192 $84.99 The Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen provides a safe and secure area for your dog to play. Perfect for travel, this exercise pen folds and lies flat for easy storage and set ups in minutes with no tools required. Perfect for home use, breeders, groomers, or while traveling, this exercise pen is suitable for a variety of pets. Features: Creates a safe and secure area for your dog Easy assembly, sets up in minutes with no hardware required Folds and lies flat for easy storage Perfect for travel, home use, dog shows, breeders, and groomers Features two secure latches on door Constructed from heavy-gauge zinc plated steel wire mesh Includes all hardware (ground anchors and snap bolts) Item Specifications: Dimensions: X-Small: (24" x 192") Small: (30" x 192") Medium: (36" x 192") Large: (42" x 192") X-Large: (48" x 192") Material: Heavy-gauge acrylic-coated steel mesh wire Color: Zinc plated

Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen 48x192 $92.99 The Majestic Pet Dog Exercise Kennel Pen provides a safe and secure area for your dog to play. Perfect for travel, this exercise pen folds and lies flat for easy storage and set ups in minutes with no tools required. Perfect for home use, breeders, groomers, or while traveling, this exercise pen is suitable for a variety of pets. Features: Creates a safe and secure area for your dog Easy assembly, sets up in minutes with no hardware required Folds and lies flat for easy storage Perfect for travel, home use, dog shows, breeders, and groomers Features two secure latches on door Constructed from heavy-gauge zinc plated steel wire mesh Includes all hardware (ground anchors and snap bolts) Item Specifications: Dimensions: X-Small: (24" x 192") Small: (30" x 192") Medium: (36" x 192") Large: (42" x 192") X-Large: (48" x 192") Material: Heavy-gauge acrylic-coated steel mesh wire Color: Zinc plated

Pet Tek DPK86630 30 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $59.12 Versatile Series 30" Exercise Play Pen w/ bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 30" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86548 48 in. Dreamzone Professional Exercise Pen with Door $91.13 Professional Series 48" Exercise Play Pen with door access and latch. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide panels. Color: Black. Pet Door Access with security latch.

Pet Tek DPK86642 42 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $75.53 Versatile Series 42" Exercise Play Pen with bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 42" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86524 24 in. Dreamzone Professional Exercise Pen with Door $58.16 Professional Series 24" Exercise Play Pen w/ door access and latch. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide panels. Color: Black. Pet Door Access with security latch.

Pet Tek DPK86618 18 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $46.15 Versatile Series 18" Exercise Play Pen with bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 18" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86624 24 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $52.88 Versatile Series 24" Exercise Play Pen w/ bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 24" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86648 48 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $85.34 Versatile Series 48" Exercise Play Pen with bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 48" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86636 36 in. Dreamzone Exercise Pen Versatile $67.71 Versatile Series 36" Exercise Play Pen with bolt snaps. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide, 36" tall panels. Color: Silver. Bolt Snaps Included.

Pet Tek DPK86530 30 in. Dreamzone Professional Exercise Pen with Door $66.21 Professional Series 30" Exercise Play Pen w/ door access and latch. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide panels. Color: Black. Pet Door Access with security latch.

Pet Tek DPK86536 36 in. Dreamzone Professional Exercise Pen with Door $75.53 Professional Series 36" Exercise Play Pen with door access and latch. Folds down for easy storage and includes carrying handle for easy transport. Quality exercise play pen is ready to use and is perfect for dogs, cat, and other small animals. Protects pets and is perfect for transport. Long lasting finish for years of service. 8 - 24" wide panels. Color: Black. Pet Door Access with security latch.

Four Paws 57618 WalkOver Exercise Pen 18 Inch High $77.33 At 18 high the walkover exercise pen can keep small dogs and older dogs safely confined to a roaming area of up 14 Squar feet. Four paws exercise pens are gold zinc plated for maximum durability. All pens have eight (8) panels which are 24 in width. Our patented interlocking system securely holds the panelsin place and assures the safety of pets. K9 keeper exercise pens feature a full convenient door withsecurity latches for easy walkthrough access. Size: 18 High.

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 30in $67.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 36in $83.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 24in $59.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 42in $96.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

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