Cage Unboxing Review | Kaytee Crittertrail "Super" Habitat | Munchie's Place

Kaytee dominates the market on small mammal cages in the US. Today's cage is being reviewed as an appropriate enclosure, so what's good about it? Is this cage good as a main cage for housing your hamster or mouse or is there something even better? Today you'll learn about the quality and functionality of this type of cage.
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[@karayac]

Kaytee could literally make so much money if they just made suitably sized cages in multilple color options and that's it.

[@Hello_Hi_Ghost]

I KNOW RIGHT!!!!

[@Npyne]

The problem is,pet stores will keep providing misinformation. Why is someone who is misinformed going to spend more money on a larger cage when petco/petsmart/pets at home will tell them "the tiny cages we developed for our own line will suit your small animal just fine"? They'll remember the hamster they has a kid- the cage was likely pretty small- and why would they question a pet store employees advice? They should know what they're talking about after all. I think as a whole, there should be just as much effort spent dispelling the neglectful-and in some cases, downright dangerous- advice. No company is going to spend too much time making and selling larger cages when the general public end up buying the cheapest (and smallest) cages.

[@MrJkfixe]

unfortunatelly, no. they wouldn't make that much money. On the contrary, they would loose money If the regular hamster standard was the big aquariums and cages, the big majority of people would never get one. People get hamsters because they are small, they can be friendly and only need a small cage that is easy to perform maintenance. And those people are the ones that give money to pet companies. People who understand the pet's necessities usually buy things cheaper in other places other than pet stores - like bin cages, or regular halogen lamps from the electricity store for reptiles. I could bet that not even 1% of hamster owners are aware of good hamster husbandry, that's why we are not the target for companies that make pet stuff. They are focused on the 99% that got to the store and impulse buy or just blindly follow the store advice, because those naive people are the ones that give them money

[@courtneydiane4652]

I completely agree. My pet store told me to get a crittertrail for my chinese dwarf, caesar. Little did i know everything was all wrong and sadly i wasted $30 on the cage!! after discovering munchie and victoria raechel im happy to say caesar is living his best life in a bin cage. Im thankful for youtubers like her for raising awareness and also informing others like me

[@waterbottle4782]

I get the feeling that the small cages are planned so they can charge you twice when you as the customer discover you need a bigger cage.

[@EllieBelle1993]

I’m glad that they listened and now they’re changing things. CHANGE THE “STANDARD” for all companies that manufacture products for retail purposes

[@EllieBelle1993]

Thank you for liking my comment 🥺 I love what you’re doing! My kids grandma (dads side) runs a sugar glider rescue and also helps out the occasional hedgehog, ferret, etc, my kids(ages 5 and 7) are so excited about animals and how to help and they love your videos

[@ahaokatano3153]

Ya, but they haven't made a good cage like this in years.

[@joltjolt5060]

Oh stfu. If they have many levels the floor space should be added.

[@terijones302]

You all need to quit with this negative stuff THERES ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG WITH THEIR PRODUCTS. You all are just insane and losing your mind

[@EllieBelle1993]

@@terijones302 losing our mind? Over what? Wanting to make sure an animal who can’t tell us what they need is comfortable based off of research? Please do tell how we are losing our minds I’d love to hear your opinion

[@sassynachnicole]

Should be called "Normal recommended size habitat" lol.

[@imjustheretovibe2267]

lol more like " bare minimum acceptable enclosure" but yeah saying it's large like how they describe it is horribly misleading.

[@ahaokatano3153]

Ya, it doesn't even meet the UK's minimum

[@Im15cheese]

True, but more people will buy it if it's advertised as large. And I mean, it is larger than most large chain hamster cages. At least it's better than buying a smaller tiny tales or critter trail.

[@lizzieslife743]

It's a shame that cages that are labelled as large are only just above the minimum. I'm glad some companies make cages that are big enough, but I don't think they should be called giant or large if they are only just above the minimum.

[@lizzieslife743]

Also, cages that are too small so be discontinued or labelled as travel cages or a cage for when you are cleaning out the main one.

[@elizabethrogers6762]

I agree, and companies could still make lots of money if they sold these larger cages in different colours at an affordable price.

[@Aimee0206]

As well, it's a shame when they're labelled as large when they don't even meet the minimum size. At Pets at Home, their ""Extra Large Cage"" is only 441sq inches, which is well below the UK minimum of 620sq inches.

[@KermitAdventures]

@@Aimee0206 how do i get a cage that meets the uk minimum?

[@KermitAdventures]

In the us

[@sinandcyanide7505]

This could be a great nursery cage for new rat moms because the babies wouldn't be able to get stuck in the bars because of the tray, but there's still better ventilation than trying to use a bin cage (unless you're meshing out all the sides).

[@sethae3088]

always here for an upload 🥺 ilysm!! you’re my fav youtuber and i’m so grateful that your taking the time to spread awareness!!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Thank you so much!!

[@madde3103]

@@MunchiesPlace hello i have a ikea detolf for my syrian hamster but i went online on google to look at other cages and i found a cage called duna fun play maxi hamster cage can u do a reweiew on it nobody rlly had done that.

[@ellabarker]

The Maddie Gang I’ve just looked at it online and if I was you I would stay with the detolf

[@sethae3088]

Munchie's Place omgggggg u replied!!! tysm!!!!!

[@fluffycottoncandy937]

@@madde3103 hey, i doubt you will find any cage better than a detolf anytime soon and under like 200$, as someone else mentioned you should stay with the detolf, if you re giving your hamster the whole 160/40 cm that the detolf offers, then thats more than enough, if you want to improve something then look into getting some more chew toys and some hides :)

[@LumeanTV]

Kaytee; You've done well this time. But you still have a lot to learn. Continue to revise. Take that gerbil picture off.

[@MunchiesPlace]

They have a lot more learning to do. OOOOOO man wait till you see the next video.

[@LumeanTV]

@@MunchiesPlace .....Oh no. Kaytee.... It's been years. Please.

[@audreycaroline7837]

Munchie's Place what video?

[@disaceter1130]

I actually used this as a retirement cage for my oldest rat. He absolutely adored it! He started losing control of his hindlegs so he couldn't climb up the bars or ramps of his bigger cage anymore. He needed a cage that was longer rather than taller and this was absolutely perfect for him. He was also a pretty big rat, and he still fit comfortably in the cage. My rats were never big chewers, so I can't comment on the plastic or how hardy it is, but overall I highly recommend it.

[@ramzisramce1272]

This video is just a rollercoaster 😂 "I like it" "and that I don't like" "this I like" "don't like it" 😂😂 this cage doesn't seem very secure, but ayy!!! At least kaytee tried to make make a suitible cage 😄

[@clumsycritters5633]

I ruined the 123 likes >:)

[@13dragonka]

I don't even have a hamster, just a dog, and still I'm watching the whole video.

[@reaganwalsh2672]

Vtheres people that have hamsters and wouldn't even watch this video bc they don't do research lol

[@13dragonka]

@@reaganwalsh2672 you're right, it's better that way lmao

[@tiffanispiker8886]

Same here, but I used to have one and wish I knew then what I know now.

[@sony_pony_3573]

I have 2 guinea pigs, a toad, and 2 bettas

[@jen_sen8508]

I have 2 rats 2 ducks and a crestie

[@tarantulakat]

I have a young female syrian hamster who is chewing me out of house and home, so thank you for mentioning that because I thought I just got stuck with a spicy one lmao

[@bellebelle7868]

Do you have a wheel big enough for her? They chew the cage a lot due to boredom... mine used to bite the bars but since I got a cage with a higher ceiling he can’t reach it. I also change his toys every few days they can get bored very easily

[@tarantulakat]

Amy Belle yes it’s 10.5 in >.

[@toxinistired849]

@@tarantulakat this is old, but that's till probably not big enough. Mist syrians will need a 11 inch or higher

[@mistythehamster8405]

I’m so glad this vid doesn’t have a dislike! it deserves 1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000+ likes and no dislikes Love ur channel munchy !! U are literally THE BEST❤️😭🥺🥺🥺❤️ (happy tears). I love ur personality so much! Edit: Thank u so much for 25 likes I’ve never had this many❤️😍

[@mistythehamster8405]

Kamryn Grace noooooo 😓😓😓😓

[@nissi2711]

It has 3 now :(

[@mistythehamster8405]

Kamryn Grace 😪

[@ahaokatano3153]

I'd still personally just get a bin cage

[@megan_williams074]

But some parents say no because "it's not a hamster cage"

[@peytonbourassa]

same that’s what my hamsters in and he loves it meow then bar cages

[@firstname9066]

I prefer a tank because many people have issues with their hamster chewing out and escaping (40 gallon breeder tank is minimum @648 square inches of floorspace)

[@arevv9441]

Bin cages are ugly like why would anyone want a plastic bin as their hamster cage. I’d rather spend the money on a tank or large cage

[@ahaokatano3153]

@@megan_williams074 well then they probably shouldn't have a hamster

[@celtichound9889]

That awkward moment when Kaytee made an ok cage.

[@lizbay3985]

I’m happy they’re starting to listen yay hopefully more to come. I still like my 3 enclosures better 1 is a custom build that has a bit over 1600sq in plus a 2nd level , 2nd is a 75 gallon and a 40 breeder tank connected by a custom built top and then a ikea detolf with a raised lid.

[@maddiepierre527]

Liz bay wow I wish I had room for that all o have room for is a single detolf and for my other hams cage to 540 bins connected together

[@unknownunknown-wf7yg]

They should make a clear one for a more minimal looking

[@cheesythehamster9399]

Yes!

[@ctkairos]

Me: I have a new cage for you! My Syrian: Is it a metal box with five locks and no air holes? Me: Uh... No... Actually, it's got a piece at the top that doesn't latch properly... Syrian grinning: Perfect. I won't be in it long. Lol! Seriously tho, let's hope the stores actually stock this! Edit: I am *living* for Munchie scolding the cage. 😂

[@TheBunnycheetah]

I live in Australia where you can't get hamsters, yet I watch all of these videos for your personality and also cute hamsters 😂

[@theshapemonster]

I feel like munchie should be sponsored by prevue for all the promotions she is doing for the 528

[@ThanosTheManos]

I don’t get the complaints about bin cages being too cloudy. Critter trails are so dense and I feel like you can’t see anything, and I hate the tacky colors they use. It’s like a child threw up on it. Bin cages, although they are cheap, have more visibility in my opinion, and doing simple things like customizing the lid and theming the inside makes it way cooler than any ugly brightly colored cage. I mean when I look at my hamster, I’d rather see him slightly cloudy rather then blue or pink because of the plastic..

[@obster6708]

Thx ikr but still don’t need the negative coment

[@IMakePeopleSaltyApparently]

I personally like the blue. It's just the cage itself I hate

[@cxrtney]

I think bin cages can be cute if customized to your taste but they do look cheap no matter what lol. I think I’d like this critter trail if it was in a neutral color. And if it did come in neutral colors maybe more parents would buy this cage instead of the tiny colorful ugly ones.

[@ronclark9724]

If you don't like a cloudy bin, well, buy a much more expensive 55-75 gallon aquarium... Aquariums are clear glass, but much heavier... None of these flimsy Kaytee Crittertrail cages are safe cages...

[@kakiexo1423]

$80/$90 for this plastic Kaytee super habitat when literally you can go to walmart & get a plastic tub bin for $15 or so aha. Name brand & cheaply made is all it is. I'll stick to my homemade bin!

[@ronclark9724]

I bought the Sterilite 200 quart bin/50 gallon at Home Depot along with a roll of steel mesh and two bags of zip ties. I used a old soldering iron to punch in the holes for the zip ties, and a box cutter whose blade was dipped into a pot of boiling water to heat the blade for easier scribing and cutting the large hole in the lid for proper air ventilation... Without any doubt whatsoever, as far as proper animal husbandry is concerned with hamsters, this giant bin is the best value overall... Over 600 square inches... Even thrifty Munchie uses this giant bin...

[@WhiteVioletButterfly]

I researched the laws, and unfortunately the minimum enclosure *by law* for hamsters is abysmal. According to the USDA Animal Welfare Act (Part 3, Subpart B, section 3.28, as of May 2019) the minimum *height* of an enclosure is six inches, but the minimum floor space for the biggest hamster is 15 square inches with a maximum of 13 hamsters per enclosure. Yikes. Both the ASPCA and the US Humane Society recommend a minimum of a 10 gallon tank. The California Hamster Association recommends a minimum of 450 square inches, which is the only official source I can find for that number. The US is sadly not very good at hamsters.

[@Carolinagirl1028]

WhiteVioletButterfly Yes, I noticed the same a couple years ago which is why it is hard to get some on board as 450 square inches is not actually an official minimum but rather a minimum set mostly by various forums that focus on hamster care and as you mentioned the California hamster association. Those ones obviously know what they are talking about and I fully agree with them and if anything think it should be even higher but to those who question it seeing the ‘official’ minimum and recommendations you mentioned above often makes them feel satisfied that their care is just fine and that those who push for 450 square inches are incorrect to do so. Animal care in the US is abysmal in regards to many animals but their hamster care in particular is some of the worst and greatly needs updating!

[@nicolebakirtjy5613]

Unfortunately, I think a lot of the US animal rights laws are designed with laboratories in mind. The standards for various rodents are appalling and make me want to vomit. We can do so much better, but it's hard to get politicians to care about what they see as "throw away pets" which is so frustrating.

[@rosairedaigle7816]

Mom pack your bags, we're moving to Germany

[@MadisonReeves5423]

My grandparents own a local pet store/feed store chain that sells hamsters, I'll definitely let them know that this is something they should look at stocking 💜

[@countingstarz2310]

Yes!

[@joltjolt5060]

Yes, ty. I was sold the largest cage in PetSmart and it's only 240 sq feet. I can add to it, now that I've heard the forums, and the hamster seems not stressed, but still, it was sold as "the big cage".

[@matthewkline7513]

I’ve seen this cage at Petco, in Illinois. Although the lady who sold us a hamster told us he could squeeze out of the bars, and it was not suitable for any type of hamster, after asking if the cage would work for my Syrian hamster William.

[@MunchiesPlace]

Then it might have been the guinea pig "Critter Home" cage. Are you sure it was the blue one and not the green/blue/purple one?

[@Halloween_Central]

@@MunchiesPlace The critterhome is laughable for a guinea pig but at least they are trying.

[@matthewkline7513]

Munchie's Place not totally sure, although that's probably more likely. my bad! ill call the store tomorrow and ask. :))

[@kairasmussen1384]

I have this cage and the bars are ridiculous. They bend VERY easily, but my hamster has no way of squeezing through them still.

[@rookieisabelle8384]

Actually bars aren't good for hamsters for several reasons , so the lady did good I'd say

[@user-jm3ob3hl2t]

You can buy a detolf for $60. If this product was cheaper I would probably buy it. Props to Kaytee for finally making a decent cage though!

[@melissaverdoni845]

you can get them second hand for even less, my mom actually has one downstairs, i regret so much having given it to her now LOLLL

[@Coyoteari]

I’ve never seen that Syrian wheel before, that’s an absolute UNIT of a wheel!! I bet it’s great for some of the chunkier hamsters you have! ☺️

[@harkple]

thank you so much for this! so many people own the horrible cages and its wonderful that you are educating them! 💓

[@MunchiesPlace]

Of course!!

[@emilyminer3649]

I have seen them at my petco in greensburg pa. I was there and I had adopted a baby guinea pig who was returned and it is going so good with my older girl! And I also gave someone proper advice for their hamster bc the petco lady had NO CLUE what she was saying. She said that they need 35 INCHES OF SPACE, and she also said that hours could cohabit Syrians. So I told the young couple about PROPER care.

[@chyname]

It's like the brand version of a bin cage. I never owned hamsters by the way , but I keep watching these videos

[@babiesarentcool4109]

It was 10:00 pm my time when u uploaded this and yt didn’t give me the stoopid notification... but you BETCHA I’m stayin up to watch this!!! Thank you for making such amazing helpful content!!! I bet you’ve saved hundreds of hamster and small rodent lives by posting this!!

[@thehelpfulhammy1372]

Great review, Munchie! Thanks for spreading awareness and information about hamster care!

[@drbettyschueler3235]

I love my 528 but I also love my 50 gal. bin cage. I have mice in both cages and each one allows me to give them vertical as well as horizontal enrichment. I have suspension bridges in both cages. I just drill two little holes, on opposite sides of the bin cage, and hang the suspension bridge from planter chain. One end of the chain goes in the bridge hook and the other goes out through the little hole. You can hot glue a washer on the inside of the hole if you have a plastic chewer in your group. The end link, of the chain is secured with a small ring or anything else that keeps the chain from falling back into the cage when the bridge is jostled. I use the: 4Pack - 24 Inch 4 Leads Hanging Chain with Hooks Flower Pot Chain Replacement Plant Hangers for Bird Feeders, Planters and Lanterns (Black) as I hang a lot of things using the chains. It is easy to bend the links to open and close them so that you can use whatever length you need. You could also use sisal twine but some rodents will chew the twine which is why I use chain to hang things.

[@Anna-hs3ef]

A 59gal bin cage??! What is it called

[@sinandcyanide7505]

What a great step in the right direction. Let's hope they continue this way. Unfortunately, I do think they'll continue producing the tiny, inappropriate money makers that appeal to children, but maybe they'll start making those larger?

[@evie402]

I just got this cage used for 30 usd, my mice love this cage! I love it to 😍 it's so pretty and fits on my table better than my bin cage was, I have so much I can hang with the bars to! I personally recommend this cage!

[@leenamartin581]

just a simple ✨i love you✨ needed to be said. favorite youtuber ever!! i’m getting a hamster on my birthday (august 25th) and have been researching proper care since quarantine started!! (im planning on getting a 200 quart bin which is roughly 854 sq in) your channel has been a main source of info for me and i appreciate you and the other hamster channels!

[@ROSE_reddy]

Yes I loved your thoroughness! 💕

[@badlandz6200]

I got a extra large critterhome its 700 sq inches and its only about 90$ so I would say to bye that instead of the super crittertrail more space is always better. It came in today my hamster is a little stressed from the new environment but he'll get used to it. Also lots of people say the bar spacing is too big for hamster but looking at it only small robos might be able to fit threw definitely not syrians

[@HyperKittyArt]

I would be careful as Syrians can squeeze through 1cm wires if they really want to :) Sounds like an awesome size though!

[@peytonbourassa]

Max Wallace 1 cm? never but they can squeeze through a half a inch

[@HyperKittyArt]

@@peytonbourassa it's been known to happen! They'll bend the bars to fit through if they're determined enough. We're always told here to keep bar spacing under 1cm

[@badlandz6200]

@@HyperKittyArt Very true bar bending is possible but ill keep a watch on my hammy incase he starts acting up

[@sofiaa9228]

I have this cage for my dwarf hamster. She was having trouble getting up to the platform so I removed it. I wish the cage was taller so i could fit in a bigger wheel but I really like the amount of space. My only issues is that many wires came bent and the door is difficult to open and close. Also, the connector always falls out which is annoying, However, my hamster loves this cage and so do I!

[@dez2950]

It’s nice that you care about your Dwarf! Although I do not own this cage I was instantly worried about fitting a big enough wheel inside but, this cage is a step in the right direction, if Kaytee continues making cages like this they’ll be a blessing for hamsters lol

[@human1715]

My Syrian has a similar cage (height) and I can't put in any bedding where her wheel is but she deals fine.

[@betzology6711]

Can you try glewing the connecter on?

[@dez2950]

BetZology I don’t think that would be a solution, as the issue is that the Dwarf can’t get up onto the platform. Not that it’s loose

[@sofiaa9228]

I connected this cage to a smaller crittertrail so she more room to explore, I know it doesnt add floorspacw btw. She gets up there easily even without the platform because I put cardboard over the bars so she can have 9 inches of bedding on one section. So, she just walked on the top of the bedding to get on.

[@carolinaelizondomartinez8438]

So good that they made a suitible cage 😃

[@cloverwork2931]

😁

[@flip6125]

They made another one that’s 756 or something between 700-800 (I don’t remember) that costs more and I’m saving for it

[@drakeadamson3657]

Kaytee reminds me of petty from dog man, he was so evil than he is trying to be good, tiny tales is just every other villain, they listed the Dino cage as xl but the main base was less sq inches than they’re castle

[@ishax5247]

I have a hamster and called him munchie as you have always been the person to watch whenever i am stuck on hamster care. I dont know what i woul do without you!

[@timothyseifrig3553]

I love your videos i have been wanting a hamster so i was and still am happy that i found your channel

[@mistythehamster8405]

10:03 and 23:35 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I died from laughter!🤣🤣🤣👏🤣

[@MunchiesPlace]

I left it in there just for the kicks ;)

[@mistythehamster8405]

Omg! Thx so much for responding u just made my day😍😍😍😭😍 I have a hamster channel too! I’m a huge fan of u❤️❤️😍 (😭) happy tears 🤣

[@jaquelineschaefer1762]

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[@jenna8058]

I love that you educate people on proper hamster care, keep up the good work!!💕

[@Hope-ei6qf]

Thanks Munchie for putting in so much hard work to bring awareness and run your organization while life’s rough. You’re awesome!!

[@hmmmm808]

They have this cage in my local pet shop, petsmart, and petco:) I live on whidbey island, Washington state:)

[@regina_r04]

She is so excited about the plastic. I love it! 😂

[@bellebelle7868]

Btw congratulations for advocating for positive cages and thank you Kaytee for listening!

[@kimpanther5110]

EEEEEEE I've been waiting for your opinion on this cage!! Thank you so much!!! I LOVED the comparisons to a bin cage and the 528! Exactly what I wanted to see about this cage! Your videos are so informative and have really opened my eyes to proper small animal care! Thank you!! 💜💜💜💜💜

[@rulerzreachf4n200]

Should be called “the actual recommended size habitat”

[@fabiennevandommelen]

I’m so glad to see companies actually trying to make there products better! I recently bought the ferplast criceti 100, the cage is great! However the accessories are hideous. Everything including the platforms went right to the trash. Our 11 inch wheel does fit perfectly. And she has 7 inches of bedding to dig in. Our russian dwarf hamster does seen to enjoy it a lot. The cage is as big as the cage where my parents use to have there bunny in! I feel so bad, I’m glad I can do better. I don’t blame my parents because pet shops are awful. But video’s like this are giving me some hope that enclosures will go bigger eventually

[@reginaphalange8390]

You see how BIG that box is? Already a great sign

[@LeifEricsonYT]

My local Petco in the US has these in stock. I made the mistake of not doing enough research and ended up getting this for my new hammy. It's not bad, but really overpriced. Long story short I'm giving her plenty of enrichment until I can upgrade to a bin cage or similar. I'm glad to see pet stores sell something that's somewhat adequate! With the proper amount of bedding (which can actually fit in this cage) and taking out the plastic ramp, it's miles better than any other of the Crittertrails.

[@somerlov3202]

i LOVE how this video has no dislikes!

[@majavictoria2009]

Well now it has 7 dislikes :( but that's basically nothing compared to 1k lol

[@dubliners0999]

I watched Pickle's pets review in 2018 and ended up getting this cage. Now, I've had several. The only thing I didn't like about them is the door is hard to open and ultimately, one of the plastic tabs would break off. Others have said that reaching in from the top of a cage (rather than have a side door) means your small animal may think you're a predator. That said, I love the transparent deep tub and the 1/4" wire spacing. p.s. None of my gerbils ever chewed the plastic on these cages.

[@selinametalslasha]

I’m so so happy they stepped their game up

[@maddierodriguez3624]

Hello I love your videos

[@MunchiesPlace]

TY :)

[@maddierodriguez3624]

Oh munchie thanks to you I want to run a hamster rescue when I am old enough thank you

[@welkerfamily7265]

I’m glad that kaytee critter trail at least has one suitable cage

[@ailajay1582]

Munchie’s back!!!

[@Embernie101]

I had no idea about hamsters or mice until I found your page. I learned so much and my husband and I had been discussing getting a new hamster. I told him never again are we doing a small cage. we will do like I did for my rats big 50 gallon tank. or a bin cage looked nice to. And simple.

[@maddyh1026]

As someone who’s lives in the UK, we may have better animal laws but nobody knows about them and most treat hamsters the same as most do in the US

[@E-qv4ii]

FINALLY THEY ARE CHANGING THEIR WAYS

[@meatballthehammy7410]

the way i had to cover my ears when you scratched the plastic 💀

[@Andy-ul6ox]

I have one Katee even bigger, it’s supposed to be for rabbits but I bought it for my Syrian and she is so happy.

[@srslymylife2687]

Omgoodness, what is Carlos. He is so cute. I have never seen a syrian hamster with such rounded features. Is he a pup? I think Munchie mentioned that. absolutely adorable.

[@Zalesaa]

Funny story about gerbils and chewing through plastic crittertrails... I used to work at PetSmart and a lady came in wanting to buy her son 2 gerbils and put them on the small standard crittertrail that everyone has seen before. I told her they need to go in an aquarium because they will chew out of the plastic enclosures and escape. She said she understood, but wanted the plastic cage anyways. At PetSmart, employees actually have the right to deny an animal sale if we suspect they won’t be cared for properly, so I told her I wasn’t going to sell her the gerbils. Of course this upset her and my pet sales manager sided with me, as she had gerbils herself. The customer yelled at me, called me many colorful names, and said “if it isn’t an appropriate cage, why would they put a gerbil on the box? They would be sued if they lied like that!” I said “because they want to sell you the cage.” And walked away lol afterwards a new manager we just hired went behind our backs and sold her the gerbils anyways, and lectured me saying I shouldn’t talk to customers that way and literally never forgave me/ or let me forget about it. Yeah sorry I did the right thing, and sorry to the customer when she finds out there are gerbils running free in her house 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@goodtimeswithgrian5542]

I saw it in Jolly’s in the UK there was 4 and a worker was putting them on the shelf but 2 workers noticed and took them and shoved them in the bin and me and my Mum just stared.

[@MrArod]

Hi!!!!im a big fan!!

[@LaurensAdventures1]

Yay!!!! You posted!!!!! I love your videos!!!

[@izzyhayden1451]

i saw that in my local 7 seas in PA and a couple Petsmart's.

[@fallingfeelzlikeflying]

I’ve seen this at my local petco! In NH!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Was it this exact one or the Critter Home which is the Guinea pig version of this cage.

[@daniela-ch7sf]

Munchie's Place same! It was critter trail

[@daniela-ch7sf]

Munchie's Place and this one

[@-_YouMayFind_-]

@@daniela-ch7sf but critter home is also critter trail?

[@daniela-ch7sf]

Verrottesok noo

[@tirill452]

Oh, it was the camera falling, I was sitting here like "grab the bin cage, grab the bin cage, its tipping over! Grab it! Grab it!"

[@jadynzobell2955]

so happy they made a bigger and better cage!!!

[@leahfearing4890]

i got the prevue cage bc of your other video about the cage! my dwarf loves it, ive been debating taking out the big ledge and getting smaller ledges to add it. love your videos 💗

[@joshuasmith4450]

I have this cage for my robo and I think that it is very good and you can fit six inches of bedding in it and it was very easy to put together I would recommend this cage

[@ItsAki14]

Omg i love this and i love it finally a good cage review from crittertrail

[@miku39chan]

Throwing in my comment for the algorithm!! I love your videos :) keep up the great work and vids, they are such a heart blessing to me 😭💕

[@HannaFardew]

My syrian is stunted due to having been a pet store hamster for 4 months of her life. The vet did confirm that she is stunted, so I'm able to use a slightly smaller wheel for her (9.5 inch wheel)

[@jaidensjungle2309]

I keep my robo dwarf hamster in a 360 gallon tank it’s was really really expensive but I how can you put a price on making a hamster have a good life

[@gerardomaldonado4197]

Love your videos ❤❤

[@eulalia1769]

cool video! I’m glad to see some well-researched youtubers🤗

[@maxie7822]

I work at a Pet Supplies Plus in NY! I believe we sell this! We got them in a week or 2 ago and I was amazed that Kaytee came out with them!

[@nyx4995]

Glad to see their IMPROVING but they still need to improve little by little but at least they are getting there

[@kasialeparska2480]

It is a good deal to make your own enclosure, but not all of us feel like doing that! 😀🥴😂 Love your videos, thank you! 👍🤍🐭🐹❤️

[@cxrtney]

Yea I’ve looked into and I had none of the tools the people were using so it’d end up just costing me more plus more work lol. Would be nice to have someone to borrow the tools from though.

[@laneyreamer5100]

My fav KZbinr 🥺❤️

[@MunchiesPlace]

AWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE You flatter me. Ty for loving the content. :3

[@laneyreamer5100]

Munchie's Place omg I’m crying you like my idol I want to be like you and have a little rescue in my house I just love it you made my day

[@mistythehamster8405]

Same!!!❤️🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@CocolovesCozumel]

I got my hamster a couple of days ago and she is from a pet store I’m sorry for supporting them but there were none up for adoption online but at the store she had like 2 inches of bedding no chews and a VERY small enclosure and now that she has a big cage and 6 inches of bedding she is so much more happier

[@andrealopez-we4tx]

Please notice meee!! 🥺I love you!! And your rescue!!!

[@MunchiesPlace]

Noticed!

[@andrealopez-we4tx]

Omg!! I can't believe you actually noticed

[@mistythehamster8405]

❤️❤️💕

[@akaufmann8570]

I saw that exact one in Petco for $50-$60

[@bobbinthepirate]

I like your vibes. You're like... A gothic Miss Fizzle.

[@raeannaschnittgen1875]

YEEESSSSSSS!!!!!! Im so excited u got one and ive been waiting literally all day for you to upload!!!!!!

[@Merrymouseis13]

Target sells a 40 gallon bin with wheels. (Clear bin, purple wheels). Which is just over 450 square inches of floorspace but a lot taller than the 110 qt. Sterelite. You should definitely look into it

[@insomniacslive]

i like the rubbery plastic! it seems like it has a bit of give to make it less brittle and less likely to snap

[@Tekacreates]

In response to wanting it to be purple, I will paraphrase you in other videos "if you're buying a cage because it is cute, and not because of the care for the hamster, you want a toy/decoration, not a pet." Just picking 😋 love your videos

[@calliemyersbuchanan6458]

Question: Is the ideal floor space before or after the addition of...stuff (so like bowls, toys, hides, wheel, etc)? In other words, do i have to add up the total footprint size of what I plan to add and then subtract that from the total size of the enclosure floor space? I hope that makes sense...

[@joltjolt5060]

Stop stressing.

[@kalxco]

It's been a year so I'm sure you've found an answer, but if not: The floor space is the space before adding in any toys/hides/wheel etc, however you just have to make sure you don't overcrowd the space and that your hamster can still move around without having to squeeze through everywhere. Hope that helps!

[@Anna-hs3ef]

Ur overthinking, the length and the width multiply those and u get ur floor space, height does not count, adding another cage does not count

[@emmaarstall9480]

My dad hates mice but when I move out I will definitely get some 🐭

[@stephaniewest3576]

This is why I like the Zoozone 2. Enough space and is easy to use. Plus its deep for bedding etc.

[@SlotCar2021]

Cheaper to get smaller cages and join them together, the main thing to concerntrate on having is a 12 inch wheel, 4 inches of burrowing substrate, toilet area, scatter feeding and puzzles that have food in so they have to work for their food. Time outside their cage is probably the most important aspect. I think people are too caught up in having massive enclosures for hamsters. From the studies I have seen cage size was not the main factor in stopping stereotyped behaviour and a proper burrowing system helped with deep substrate and tunnels. I haven't had great success with large singular cages for hamsters but have had great success with large cages for gerbils. The main difference being intelegence. I can toilet train a gerbil and leave burrows 12 inches deep intact for 6 months. When I tried this with a hamster, the hamster used the toilet area for a bit but then started going to the toilet in their nest so I obviously had to clean it. I had better success with hamsters with 300sqfs main cage with levels and tubes and other compartments. I found the hamster would stash food in the tubes, always wee and poo in the same place. Connecting multiple cages I feel is better. I found that in the larger cage I was destroying burrows and the next time they would then change their nest and it seemed more stressful.

[@gtfbmjufde]

munchie: Katie ( it is supposed to be Kaytee) Me: falls of my chair

[@lilq-tip8547]

So is this. Good home for hamsters if I fill up more bedding

[@lauracoleman2985]

I have a 50 gallon breeder tank for my long haired Syrian hamster. I'm glad I have a good size for my baby. I love him he's so cute and sweet. I feel bad for my past hamsters because they had small cages bc I wasn't educated.