Is this cage too big for a first cage?

[shllyrse]

I know that I'll eventually have to get a bigger cage, but I was wondering if this cage is too big for a first cage. The little guy is 6-7 weeks. I was told the bars are 3/4 inch apart. Will that be too big?

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAdLargeImage?AdId=381196737

Thanks for your response!

[shllyrse]

Size is 19x22x19

[Sweet Simon's Mommy]

me myself personally think it is too big and ideally you want the bars only 1/2 spaced, little arms can get caught and they can hurt their teeth chewing

[SammysMom]

The bar spacing is a bit too large. 1/2" is what is generally recommended. :thumbsup

[shllyrse]

Thanks! I'll keep looking!

[Sweet Simon's Mommy]

I put mine in this cage on its side, didnt want it to tall, they can fall and get hurt, they are in a nest until they are 10 weeks or so in the wild, they get more space with us but need to be watched and not given too much room , they can get hurt
The one on teh top is what i started them out in.

[Jackie in Tampa]

you first need a big sterlite with holes drilled around the upper edges of the bottom, and all over the top, sterlite should be of the clear, not colored type for visuals/
http://www.allhamsters.net/wp-content/uploads/hamster-cage-1024x796.jpg (http://www.allhamsters.net/wp-content/uploads/hamster-cage.jpg)

2) the second container will be a simple small hamster cage
http://bestpetsandcompanions.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/hamster-cage.jpg
3) then a small finch flight cage until they are 9 weeks'ish
https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQc8kmAXK6zpz5WjDi10HSqmpNySVIDY tJDAlxjk38eXls5HikdsQ

4)the a bigger cage that can be rolled outside
https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS70Uto5lKuELK-FzM2zhKE9ZBlXesE1S2ydfY9YGUW4RmqdhtJ

5)then the release cage

http://shorewild.esva.net/images/cage.jpg

release is done at appprox 5-7 months old:)

[treeman]

OOOh! Good release cage pic, Jackie! :thumbsup That is what is on my mind these days! tinfoil

I concur with the others that 3/4" spacing is too big. :oldwise At 6 weeks, you have plenty of time to pick a larger indoor cage and make/purchase a release cage.

Babies can hurt themselves in a cage too large, but adolescents & adults can hurt themselves in a cage too small. This is my baby cage and my indoor adult cage. My adult cage is XL (approx 5'X3.5'X3') so you could go smaller. :)

[pappy1264]

Treeman, where did you get that adult indoor cage? I love it!

[treeman]

Treeman, where did you get that adult indoor cage? I love it!

Thanks, pappy! It was a great investment and I have been very pleased with it. The only drawback is that the roof overhang adds about 3" to the width. That prevents it from fitting through a standard door so I can't roll it onto the porch. :( The cage comes with a divider and can be split into 2 smaller cages. I use shades on the bottom half to prevent pacing and I bought one of Jake's fabulous nest boxes. My Spicey loves her little home! :Love_Icon

I purchased it from Lionsco Pet during their Christmas sale. They have an excellent selection and very good customer service. However, it is available elsewhere so I would Google the brand-name to check for best price.

Here is a link to Lionsco's cages: http://www.lionscopetproducts.com/bird-supplies/bird-cages.html

[pappy1264]

Thank you! Will look into it. I like this cage!

[BlkSqrl413]

What a great resource. I have not had the occasion to rehab little squirrels, but with all these great resources, I wouldn't hesitate. Thanks for sharing.

Mike