Small Pet Supplies & Habitats
Discover spacious, predator-proof housing and stimulating enrichment designed for rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters. Built with asphalt-felt weatherproof roofs, chew-resistant wiring, solid flooring, and secure latches to guarantee animal welfare and safety in Irish gardens and homes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small Pet Supplies & Habitats
What size hutch does a pet rabbit need in Ireland?
Animal welfare guidelines recommend a minimum hutch size of 6ft x 2ft x 2ft (180 x 60 x 60 cm) paired with an attached 8ft exercise run. This ensures rabbits can take at least three consecutive hops and fully stand upright on their hind legs.
Are your wooden rabbit hutches weatherproof for Irish winters?
Yes, our outdoor hutches feature water-repellent treated fir timber, slant asphalt mineral roofs, and raised ground legs to prevent damp absorption. For severe Atlantic storms, placing the hutch against a sheltered wall is recommended.
Why should small pets avoid wire-bottom cage flooring?
Wire mesh flooring puts painful localized pressure on the delicate hocks of rabbits and guinea pigs, frequently resulting in ulcerative pododermatitis (bumblefoot). All our habitats feature solid timber, plastic trays, or soft fleece flooring.
What bedding depth is recommended for hamsters?
Syrian and dwarf hamsters require a minimum bedding depth of 15 to 20 cm of dust-extracted paper bedding to satisfy their natural burrowing instinct and maintain thermal stability.
