is this cage OK?

[beige chin]

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=17342+17345+17496&pcatid=17496
Is this cage OK for my 2 chins? It is 2 foot wide by 2 foot deep and 3 feet tall. the wire is 7/8 of an inch wide. I will take out all the green things & cover the shelves in fleece so they cant eat the plastic. I will also add a level or 2 & perches. But is this a good sized cage for 2 chins?

edit: I couldn't figure out how to post the picture so i put the link instead...

 

[becky12883]

I see these listed all over as chinchilla cages, the bottom pan is plastic, and unless you cover the entire pan inside, it's not safe. I'd say try to find a metal bottom cage. Try craigslist and ebay. I'm currently on the hunt for a new cage and check craigslist daily. The size looks good. My 2 boys are in a cage that's 18x30x38inches and they have plenty of room to throw poo and hay all over.

 

[Chinessa]

To add to what Becky said, I have to build these at work all the time and I can honestly tell you they aren't the best quality, especially if you intend to use it for chinchillas. I don't see it lasting longer than a year, so it's best to invest your money elsewhere.

 

[javachin]

I'd find something else. The money you'll put into it replacing things will just amount to something that is better anyways.

 

[jess32247]

For two chins, my opinion is no. Seems a little small for two.

I would save up your money until you can afford a better, sturdier cage. Marshall are only 50$ more with free shipping at Petco and a lot bigger, maybe you want to check them out.

 

[beige chin]

ok. thanks guys. I was looking at the feisty ferret to begin with but i was thinking that this is a little cheaper. I guess you get what you pay for, but i cant afford a ferret nation I do check Craigslist daily and i have even posted a wanted ad on craigslist with no luck... All i know is that my girls NEED a new cage. We moved about a week ago from michigan to south carolina & we couldnt fit their (custom built) cage in the car so they are in a 2 foot by 2 foot by 1 1/2 foot tall cage... :sigh:

 

[greychins]

We've used that cage in the past. While it's not a cage I'd spend the money on new, they're not that bad cages. A few wood shelves, maybe a hammock or two, and it's chin safe. Our chins didn't bother the plastic bottoms of the cages, though they had plenty to amuse themselves with the shelves and toys.

 

[beige chin]

ok thanks guys... if i get the single level ferret nation will that be ok for them for a while until i can afford to get the add on unit? or else i think im going to end up with the feisty ferret.

 

[StevieP]

The single level FN is great for 2 chins. Plenty of room for them.

 

[beige chin]

Ok, then that's what im going to do! ...well, as soon as i get some money... Its like $150 right? and the add on unit is the same price.... hopefully by the beginning of July i will be able to get it.