I need an example of a cage that fits 6 adult female mice?

Question

They have grown out of their cage.

I want to get a new one.

I checked the pet shops and all their cages are VERY faulty and not good quality.

Please give me some websites that sell mice cages . Im from australia.

Answer 1

-ebay

-petsmart

-make your own

-aquarium with tank topper

-random internet browsing

ebay has lots of mouse cages but most would be too small for 6 mice, and they rarely state how wide the bar spacing is so it isnt really a reliable source.

petsmart has some, but they arent neseccarily the best quality. there are also problems with bar spacing.

if you make your own, it can be cheaper and you get to design it. dont use wood because it absorbs urine and they can chew right through it.

and lastly, if you used an aquarium before, just go out and get a tank topper. they cost alot less and you dont have to chuck out your old cage.

or you can just buy both.

good luck finding a cage!

Answer 2

Have you considered getting a large aquarium, or an aquarium with a wire topper?

Something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/First-Home-Gallon-...

http://www.amazon.com/Ware-Small-Animal-...

http://martinscages.com/products/cages/t...

You can get them to fit almost any size tank.

Also, you could make your own "bin" cage.

http://www.geocities.com/funchy_crunchy/...

I live in the USA so I'm not sure what brands you have access to. You could try finding a local free online classified ad where people near you sell used stuff and see if you can find something there. A friend of mine who lives Newcastle says to look for a Pets Barn to shop at.

Answer 3

You can also build your own.

I used plexi glass as my base, and cut shelving material as the walls.  Wander around a big hardware store to see what kind of materials they have.

Answer 4

Funny, i have exactly 6 female mice. I have them in an old birdcage that is long and wide rather than tall. It is big enough to give them all room without being impractical. i can fit it in my shower. There is a wheel for exercise, food and water, a bed and some chew toys. they couldnt be happier!! i line the ground to save them from living with wire underfoot. you will find something im sure! =]