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Can hampers and Guinea pigs live in the same cage?

Hampers and guinea pigs should not be kept in the same cage. They have different social structures, dietary needs, and behaviors that are not compatible. Additionally, hampsters are solitary animals that may become stressed or even aggressive towards a guinea pig.


What are some personality traits of Jennings from they cage animals at night?

selflessness and courage


Why there are many ant surrouding at your hamster cages?

A "fishy" odor may be a sign of wet tail. Does the fur surrounding your hamster's tail have a wet,brown liquid on it? If so veterinary care is recommended as wet tail can be deadly if left untreated. A strong odor coming from the cage is a good indication that it needs to be cleaned. Cages should we cleaned at least once per week- consisting of removing all bedding material and thoroughly rinsing the cage and all contents with a water and soap solution. Antibacterial dish soap, vinegar or specialty cage cleaner can be used- but never bleach, as this can harm your pet and removes his scent, confusing him on which spots he cleans, eats and pees.


HOW often should you clean your hamsters cage?

A Hamster Cage should be cleaned every 2 Days. You may remove little parts of the bedding when soiled or has occured a smell. Hamster Have to loive in a clean enviorment to live longer. For more Information, visit: www.hamsterownerswebs.webs.com


How often do you have to clean a guniea pig's cage?

It depends how many guinea pigs you have. If you have 1 or 2 then I would recommend that you clean the hutch once a week. If you have more than three guinea pigs then you will have to clean it out pretty often!

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How often should a hamster be cleaned?

A hamster cage should be cleaned weekly.


How do you stopp rabbits from getting poop caked on them?

Keep the cage cleaned up so that they are not sitting in their feces. The cage should be cleaned about every 2-4 days. If there is a litter box, then it should be cleaned every day.


Can a hamster in one cage with wet tail pass it to another hamster in another cage?

Yes. The hamster's should be separated, the cage should be cleaned completely, and the hamster should receive immediate medical attention or else it may die.


What causes maggots in your leopard geckos cage?

The cage being to damp or being to unclean. You should check their is nothing rotting and no poo's that you havn't cleaned up.


How often should you clean your horses cage?

A horses stall should be cleaned every day if possible but if not every other day.


What are ways of taking care of animals?

Animals should be left to stay in their natural habitats. They should also be given enough food and cleaned if they are pets.


Do you keep the same cage the mother gerbil died in?

Yes you can as long as there is a fresh bedding and the cage was cleaned thoroughly


Should you get a cage or a hutch for your ferret?

Depend on where it's going to be kept - A cage is meant to be used indoors, as a hutch is for the outdoors. I would recommend the largest cage you can afford, as ferrets are not caged animals, you cage them for their protection.


Is it bad for fancy rats bedding to be wet?

Yes - any non-aquatic animals' bedding should be dry, unless pet care guides indicate that it should be damp. For a rat's bedding to be wet it indicates that the rat(s) have urinated in the bedding, in which case it needs to be changed and the cage cleaned.


How many times does a gerbil cage need to be cleaned?

Every Week


Can a rabbit die if the cage does not get cleaned?

definitely. Disease thrives in waste


What kind of cage should you use for your hamster if you have cats?

You can't really improve a hamster cage when you have animals that might hurt your hamster in the house. The best cage is the Cage that has all the requirments of a normal cage. If you have animals at home that might hurt your animal, place it in a secure high location that your animal will not reach. For more Information, visit: wwwhamsterownerswebs.webs.com