Are MidWest cages good?

We recommend the Midwest Habitat as a good “temporary stay” cage for travel, vacations, recuperations, temporary separations, etc. Good to have on hand for emergency evacuations as well.

Are MidWest cages good for guinea pigs?

The best overall guinea pig cage is the MidWest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat (available at Amazon), which has a PVC-lined bottom that’s comfortable for guinea pig feet and almost 8 feet of space for them to roam.

What do you put in the bottom of a guinea pig cage?

The best items to put on the bottom of a guinea pig cage are absorbent, soft, and odorless. Hay, paper and aspen shavings, 100% wood pellets, and fleece meet those basic requirements. Used alone or combined with other materials, all are good options to cover the bottom of a cavy enclosure.

What kind of fleece do you use for a guinea pig cage?

polar fleece
When buying or using fleece always ensure it is: 100% Polyester: Fleece must be either anti- pill, polar or sherpa. The most common fleece used in cages is polar fleece. If your fleece is not polyester based it will not wick away urine, but repel it leaving it to sit on top of your bedding.

Is a Midwest cage big enough for 3 guinea pigs?

For 1-2 guinea pigs the minimum space recommended is 7.5 square feet. Three guinea pigs require a minimum of 10.5 square feet, and Four guinea pigs require 13 square feet.

How many guinea pigs can fit in a Midwest Cage?

Since Guinea Pigs are social creatures MidWest Homes for Pets suggests at least having two per habitat. The Guinea Pig Habitat can suit up to 3 Guinea Pigs and provides the right amount of living space recommended by Veterinarians and Breeders.

How many guinea pigs can live in a Midwest Cage?

Will guinea pigs chew fleece?

Adult Guinea Pig I have fleece in my pigs cage as well, but he does not eat it. Make sure your guinea pig has enough fresh hay everyday and sticks to chew on. If he is not swallowing the fleece, he may just be doing it because he likes it.

Is Blizzard fleece OK for guinea pigs?

This type is best suited for use as guinea pig bedding. Blizzard fleece is another good option but can trap hay more easily. Avoid wool blends and glacier fleece, which will remain damp instead of wicking liquids away. You can purchase fleece by the yard at fabric stores, craft stores, and home goods stores.

Do you sell Midwest cages or living world cages?

We DO NOT SELL Midwest Cages, Living World Cages, or the other brand names it is now being marketed under. Midwest Cages are TOO SMALL. You can read more about Midwest cages and their appropriateness for guinea pigs below. Rather, we offer ENHANCEMENTS and UPGRADES to that style of cage so that you and your guinea pigs can make the best of it.

Are Midwest cages too small for guinea pigs?

Midwest Cages are TOO SMALL. You can read more about Midwest cages and their appropriateness for guinea pigs below. Rather, we offer ENHANCEMENTS and UPGRADES to that style of cage so that you and your guinea pigs can make the best of it. Sort By…

Can you use a mezzanine in a Midwest Cage?

Mezzanine for Midwest® Habitat cages only (THIS ITEM DOES NOT FIT A C&C CAGE) (THIS ITEM DOES NOT INCLUDE A MIDWEST CAGE) Please note: You cannot use both a Mezzanine AND a Piggy Perch together in a Midwest cage. Also a backsplash will not fit near the Mezzanine, but it can be used on the opposite end.

How big is the Midwest habitat cage?

How big is it really? The true size of the Midwest Habitat cage is 7.2 square feet (not 8), which is just UNDER the 20-year standard of the smallest cage size acceptable for guinea pigs. We measure the inner space available to the guinea pigs, not outer-most wire to outer-most wire.

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