The following chinchilla cage ideas are more than simple design choices. They are a selection of the right cages for safety and comfort. We look closer at materials, design options, safety features, and the presence of accessories such as exercise wheels or the all-necessary dust baths.
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1. Single-unit Ferret Nation Cage
Compact but still roomy, single-unit Ferret Nation cages are all about practicality and durability within budget. Made with custom fleece flooring, they’re also comfortable for your little friend.
2. Double-unit Ferret Nation Cage
A bit better suited for larger or two small chinchillas, the double-unit cage from Ferret Nation offers a bit more space. They also come with rectangular spacing bars for extra flooring options.
3. Triple-unit Ferret Nation Cage
Ideal for multiple chinchillas, the stacked triple unit Ferret Nation cage is all about maximum space when you can upgrade your basic single unit. You can have multiple chinchillas on different levels and even customize the cage further by shortening the legs.
4. Ferret Nation Cage Joined Together
The largest cage from Ferret Nation is a 4-cage joined habitat. This enclosure does come with fleece flooring but you can also purchase the brand’s removable metal pan flooring for easy cleaning.
5. Single-unit Critter Nation Cage
Made from metal, the smaller single-unit Critter Nation cage does offer the basics. Its rectangular spacing bars also offer sufficient support for at least a couple of shelves. Apart from being more budget-friendly, this type of single-unit Critter Nation cage is just about right for easy cleaning and transportation. You can always customize it into a larger joined cage in the future.
6. Double-unit Critter Nation Cage
These stacked cages form a double-unit Critter Nation chinchilla cage. The stacked cages are practical and space-saving. They also come on caster wheels for easy moving around.
7. Triple-unit Critter Nation Cage
You gain even more habitat space for up to 5-6 chinchillas with the triple-unit Critter Nation cage. This idea is all about maximum space when you have multiple little fuzzy friends to save floor space with vertical stacking.
8. Horizontal Triple-unit Critter Nation Cage
3 cages that aren’t stacked on top of each other are ideal for display and for homes with sufficient floor space. Need an option that isn’t about vertical but horizontal stacking? Look no further than the largest Critter Nation chinchilla enclosure.
9. Corner Cage
It’s now time for some of the less common chinchilla cage ideas. This original cage maximizes corner space and also features square bar designs of ½ x ½ inch which also makes it ideal for smaller chinchillas.
10. Savic Royal Suite XL Cage
Need the extra space and plenty of toys and accessories that go with it? Go with the XL option from Savig Royal Suite to have a more exclusive-looking cage for your chinchilla.
11. Qualify Crafter Chinchilla Mansion Cage
Housing a young chinchilla? Escape attempts are multiple and easier for these smaller rodent friends. This is why a square bar cage such as this one from Quality Crafter is ideal for those early-age escape patterns.
12. Ferret Nation Cage + Play Pen
Ever considered a playpen for your chinchilla? This idea is all about play and adventure time. If you have the space, having your little friend out throughout the day ensures positive vibes and a happy life.
13. Wido Parrot Cage with Custom Shelving
A repurposed parrot cage also works fine. This solution is all about custom shelving. You buy it to add as many shelves as you can for a bit more flooring options than with other cages.
14. Custom Wooden Cage
There’s always the custom route if you fancy nothing else. Consider plywood, glue, and all of the other tools plus the time you need for this cage. The custom final result might be worth it, though.
15. Chinchilla Room
What about an entire chinchilla room? This sounds like a dream space option but the large habitat offers plenty of space for all of the toys and accessories little chinchillas might need to stay busy through the day.
16. Glass Front Cage
Here’s the catch with cages. They look like cages. This custom option with a glass front looks less like a cage. Add lights and admire your little friends a bit easier than with a classic metal front cage.
17. C&C Cage
C&C cages are used for all types of pets. It also works for chinchillas when you add soft flooring. You can customize them to fit your space perfectly.
18. Halloween Cage
Have you ever considered a themed cage for your little pet? This Halloween-themed cage might look scary to humans but it does offer new elements to entice chinchillas during the festive period.
19. More Fun with Ramp
Need to easily connect two levels of the cage? Add a ramp, fleece it, and have it ready to be the fun solution for your little pet to move up and down exploring all day long.
20. Wooden Staircase
A staircase might also work just as well as a ramp. You can create a wooden staircase yourself at home with minimum supplies. Add it to the cage for extra exploration space.
21. Jungle Gym with Wooden Shelves and Ledges
This cage idea feels like a real miniature jungle. Use wooden shelves and wooden ledges to create a jungle-themed cage. This original idea is all about durability and originality.
22. Cover Shelves and Ledges with Fleece
Fleece covers aren’t uncommon in chinchilla cages. However, a cage with fleece covers on all of its shelves and ledges is getting more common, especially with younger chinchillas that might get stuck between the metal bars.
23. Hammock
Add a hammock as an alternative to fleece soft surfaces. This is the type of accessory your pet may explore to kill off boredom. Consider creative anchoring options in your cage setup.
24. Tile Substrate
Need a durable floor that’s easy to clean? Tile is often used as substrate and to add structure to a floor. Consider it as a cheap option for your cage’s floor on a budget.
25. Fleece Substrate
This patterned black and white fleece substrate is ideal for just about any cage. Consider the type of fleece you add to the cage as the fleece of a single pattern creates a unitary-looking cage instead of fleece based on different colors.
26. Aspen
Add aspen bedding to just about any chinchilla cage. This type of bedding is both safe and useful. Add aspen bedding to absorb moisture and urine. Consider it as a low-dust solution over other types of bedding as well. Non-toxic aspen is also safe to chew. It helps keep the teeth of your chinchilla healthy.
27. Bridge
Wooden bridges are used frequently by chinchillas. They encourage exercise with extra exploring options. Bridges also offer a cozy resting spot that is off the floor. More importantly, bridges add variety to kill typical cage-living chinchilla boredom.