Wooden hamster enclosure: suitable?

• Posted on 15 January 2026
• By DRD Knaagdierwinkel
• Posted in hamster, Housing
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We tested a softwood enclosure with a female Syrian hamster. After 1.5 weeks, she had chewed a hole. Why softwood often fails—and why a glass terrarium (Black Scape) is usually safer.

Guinea pig vision: colors & tips

• Posted on 15 January 2026
• By DRD Knaagdierwinkel
• Posted in Guinea Pig
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What do guinea pigs actually see? Learn how color, motion and lighting affect their behaviour—plus practical tips for handling and habitat set-up.

Why herbs are good for degus

• Posted on 15 January 2026
• By DRD Knaagdierwinkel
• Posted in degu
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Herbs fit a degu’s natural diet. Learn why they’re valuable, how to feed them safely (portions, variety, do’s & don’ts), and how to use herbs for enrichment and foraging in the enclosure.

Grain mites in the rodent enclosure

• Posted on 11 December 2025
• By DRD Knaagdierwinkel
• Posted in Mites
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Seeing tiny pale “dots” around food or in the enclosure? These can be grain mites (storage mites). Learn why they appear, what to do immediately, how to tackle them practically, and how to prevent repeats with smart storage and hygiene.