Safe For Rodents?

Question

I have a pair of Degus' who love their running wheel.

The problem is the wheel squeaks and it honestly sounds like a rusty swing from a horror movie. Is there any kind of lubricant (i.e. WD-54) that I can use on the joint of the wheel in order to stop the squeak but it will not harm them if they happen to l**k or chew near the area?

Answer 1

You can use WD40. The trick is to remove the wheel, spray it then wipe off the excess. Let it dry. Give it a quick wipe again with a wet rag and put it back in for them. If you can afford it, you could buy them a new one, too. That's another option.

When I was in school, we had a couple of degus in the classroom....and they had a squeaky wheel. The above instructions is what my instructor did and she's been a Vet Tech for over 30 years.

Answer 2

vegetable oil works,

its totally harmless for them and mine love to l**k it.

but once every while, it starts to squeak again and i have to oil it.

Answer 3

well take the wheel of the stand and put tape on the prongs of it and it works great

Answer 4

Olive oil is safe and effective

Answer 5

Don't use anything you wouldn't eat yourself if they can get to it. Just put some olive oil or suchlike on and wipe off any excess.

Answer 6

olive oil or vegetable oil is best. wd40 puts off fumes which could be toxic. You can also try getting a silent spinner.