Double Critter Nation Degu Cage Tour (Links for accessories in description)

[@wonderbugone]

Nice job making commercial cages more suitable for degus! Your guys look super happy 😊It's great you put two cages together since degus need maximal horizontal running space as opposed to vertical climbing space (we all know they don't live in trees!). Just a friendly recommendation that I would sprinkle the treats around or give them to individuals quickly in succession instead of holding a pile for them fight over. Better to avoid this stressful situation and sprinkling them around has the added benefit of being fun enrichment as they have to forage ☺

[@CreekTribe]

I finally found this particular habitat, size 36" x 24" x 63" (91 x 61 x 160 cm) for my two degus. So far, they love it! They are running all over, playing and eating. I purchased a Giant 12" (30.5 cm) wheel, and that was the first thing they went for.

[@chanellethomas2106]

I have Degus and if tamed correctly are so snuggly! In fact I'm cuddling with one of them now! It also depends on the degu

[@AngelUnderTheSun]

Dang I wish mine were rescues and hate being touched or held

[@alisha_36]

Every morning when I feed my girls one of them will sulk if she doesn't get her morning cuddles. I open the cage she jumps right out and snuggles into my neck whilst I get the food ready for them. They are rescued and I have 3 amazing girls. 2 of them are so so shy the run and hide but they have made huge progress. The one that loves cuddles she was super aggressive at first and would pretty much hiss at her if go near the cage. Its taken 5 months to get this far, may not seen like much to some people but they this is huge progress in my eyes

[@ivyuhart8590]

You are so right about them have great personalities. I have two degus and they are so different; one cuddle and affectionate the other is more wild and adventurous.

[@tiffyah3982]

You seem very knowledgeable! Liked and subscribed!

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Thank you so much! I'm not really planning on making a lot of content..but I appreciate the support nevertheless!! I think more educational videos and content for degu care is needed considering that they're becoming more popular as a pet -

[@smallpetchronicles3586]

Super cool!! I’ve never seen Degus cages before; it’s so fun how you’ve set up their HUGE cage 😍

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Thank you :) I really went out of my way to spoil them, but I also have a lot more degus than most people; therefore, I need a lot more space! I think degus look like gerbils on growth hormones!! ahaha

[@LittleBee5424]

They are snuggly and social with people. It comes with time

[@一人暮らしとデグー5匹]

I also have five degu. That's a great video!

[@BearityBear]

They’re so cute! They remind me of my gerbils a little bit. My boys act the same when they feel the need to assert dominance, and they kinda move similarly. Thank you for making their video, I loved seeing your cage and cute little fur balls :)

[@APExoticPets]

😍🥰 wow.. beautiful and impressive degu enclosure..♥️

[@16s-b3c]

Your videos are very informative. I like your videos

[@kurek_ogorek1341]

your cage looks so clean! my degus just pee everywhere and I have to deep clean very often 😓. one of my degus started peeing on my bed and I honestly don't know how to make her stop...

[@salvolondon]

You don't know what it looks like when she doesn't do a video

[@kryddan._.745]

Lovely video! I just bought a new cage for my 2 degus, They have a pretty big cage but i want them to have room for more toys and heights to climb on, i got alot of ideas now ;D bought an Royal savic XL. im planning to get more degus in the future so they need more room. One of my degus loves snuggling, if he dosen't get his mornings scratches he can be really mad at you in the morning haha. Did you bought all six at once (i thought it was six in there but might be wrong) or did u buy a few at time? If so was it hard for you to introduce them to eachother? Yeah I know im one year late but merry christmas to you and have a nice day :D

[@terrirbeavers4326]

I don't know what that animal is bit I love your set up so much.

[@y2koze]

Nice video thanks! We have only 2 for about 3 years now and we do the same as you!

[@langenandanimals]

Great video, I love my degus so much!

[@tedzzgamerofc]

I can share this vid to my friends infact mine just breezed 3days ago

[@ruthmattson1975]

What did you use under the shavings to cover the caging? Looks like cardboard because its thin, and the idea of having the lip to keep shavings in is smart

[@sonyablade774]

Wonderful cage

[@CreekTribe]

The one thing I'm learning? Do your research, such as watching videos like this, before purchasing any small 'rodent' animal. Don't listen to pet stores employees, unless they themselves have or had these pets at home; they'll tell you ANYTHING to sell you stuff! Many don't think about the fact that these are live animals and they need proper care. I purchased two degus around Christmas time for my child and I'm realizing that I purchased the wrong habitat for them. My dumbass listened to the pet store employees. And I can't return it. Either I need to add a 35" x 18.25 x 24" high-rise to it (which I'm having a hard time finding) or purchase a brand new habitat, such as the one in the video (if I can find it). I've had gerbils, hamsters, and dwarf hamsters. I was very successful in how I cared for them and they lived a long time. These degus are a completely different ballgame! Not only are they runners, they are jumpers and successful climbers. Thank God I have a stairwell that they can run up and down on, until I can get a better habitat for them.

[@janayahlaurelle9441]

What cookie pans did u get? And where can I find them? None seem to fit my cage. Thanks :)

[@huttchIam]

My degu won't stop shredding newspaper and I really want something like this. What are the pans you put in replacement of the plastic trays?

[@girlegendv2rr132]

This is what I need to know too!!

[@huttchIam]

@@girlegendv2rr132 so you can order a galvanized tray from critter Nation for $80 and fill it with newspaper. He will still shred the newspaper but he won't chew through the metal

[@auxanelabanane]

Wow how do they pee in one box?? Mine pees and poop everywhere. It's so hard to clean the cage because of that

[@MadiNewberry]

How many degus do you recommend for a 2 story Critter Nation?

[@evelinkutyeva9545]

Can you link the food you use for them?

[@klarabarunovic9841]

Please explain how is a 12 inch wheel a minimum?!

[@JustElly]

Gosh i miss having degu's :/

[@alanahebert6429]

Elena's Shetlandworld me too I had mine for 8 years since I was in grade three and now I'm in grade 10 so it's hard. I lost them both this year

[@zrsgud]

How often do you clean? and How do you clean this cage? I guess it would be hours of work!, oh and what is those blankets you used on top second shelf? That purple and green ones. If you know the exact product/brand can you give me links or something? I'm thinking about buying this cage. Your cage looks truly fantastic. Thanks!

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Sorry for such a late response, but those mats are called shaggy bath mats and you can find them on the internet on eBay or find them in Ikea. It takes me legit 3 hours to deep clean the entire cage, but I only do that once every 3 weeks. I spot clean the cage every other day 🙃

[@24.07x]

The tray is not that deep, If it was deeper there won’t be any bedding on the floor.😬😟

[@shayrose7705]

my oxyJIN nothing a handheld vacuum can’t do.

[@sortedesenho1132]

Hello, what did you give at 5:55 ?

[@aiimuaz]

Hey! I have a cuestion, what material is your cage base?

[@deborahtaylor7060]

Hi There, great video! I am getting my first Degu's in a few weeks, can I ask what the coloured cloth mats are on their ledges? Are these better than bedding? This video has certainly given me some food for thought.

[@christinaloschy5106]

Hello I know this is a bit late but I always use fleece or bathmats it's reusable and you can spot clean with a car vacuum. It also helps avoid any respiratory issues!

[@AtlantisRatteryExotics]

Great video!

[@issysomething1077]

I’m looking at critter nation double unit for my chinchillas but they’re so blummin expenisve

[@christinaloschy5106]

It's insane how expensive they are I just found a used one for a really good deal so my girls are getting an expansion!

[@issysomething1077]

@@christinaloschy5106 so just after I posted this comment I actually found a cage very similar to critter nation, but bigger!! It was originally £260 but I found one on eBay for only £180, it’s called the Savic suite royal XL

[@dj2000lbs]

Are they still doing well?

[@Amy-xj3kh]

If you only had 2 degus what cage would you recommend?? I love your set up and would really love degus as I already have 3 guinea pigs! Also where could I get this cage in the UK?

[@christinaloschy5106]

Hello! I use a double critter nation for my 3 girls and I would recommend a double. It takes longer to get messy so it can be easier to care for but a single critter nation would work as well. If you have the space and budget I would recommend the double critter nation!!

[@zippgirl123]

love your cage ! i have a chincilla cage så its big for my 2 degu girls they love it so much that they dont want to come out :) i have video on my channel about my degus

[@lucidlemonarts7597]

I will check it out! I am adopting degus in June!

[@angelinaromero417]

How many degus do you have

[@fishfossils8858]

Few things First you're using the wrong type of bedding, you should use grass or hay, they like to chew on it and the shredded wood can give them bumble foot Second use pretzel treats it allows you to give them more if you like because they make those much lower in sugar content (or from what my experience is) Third this was a great video and that's an awesome cage

[@fearlesspinata3882]

The bedding is soft aspen which is not known to cause bumble foot - I do agree that straw and hay are good alternatives. My degus ages range from 8years to 6months, and they all have very healthy feet. I do weekly (if not more often) health checks on all my degus.

[@breckdriskill9176]

Any tips for litter box training?

[@fearlesspinata3882]

They usually pee in a specific corner. As for pooping....they have no control over that xD

[@foot4106]

I don’t have enough room for this in my bedroom sadly, and if I don’t have it in my bedroom my dogs will eat it. (I have 3 dogs) also what food do you give your degus?

[@christinaloschy5106]

Hello! My dogs actually get along really well with the degus if anything my degus chase them around! And I personally use sunseed degu pellets with unlimited hay!

[@denispavsin4744]

How many degus do you have ?

[@Jess-nh3qd]

Im getting two degus in a month are there any tips anyone can give me?

[@bugzyandpetuniathebunnies9721]

Hi! Heres some things I would recommend putting it: A dig box. This can just be a small storage box filled with hay or bedding. Have 2 wheels so they can both run. Provide lots of chew toys and huts Sorry it's not much, but good luck with your babies!! :)

[@deguskatzentipps7259]

Hi iijxss, here are my tips: • don't give them fruits to eat ( Degus can get diabetes quickly ). • They really like to eat hay and herbs (no pellets). The favorite food mix of my degus is this: deguladen.de/degus-familienschmaus-771.html?c=437&number=80040010 • Degus need a stone where they can short their claws • don't touch their tails too hard. My degu Twix had to have a surgery to remove the half of her tail because I accidentally slighty stepped on it. • don't give them a lot of cereals (makes them fat) or fatty treats. My degus are getting oilseeds instead which are more healthy for them. I hope this is of help. Best regards ♥️

[@Jess-nh3qd]

@@bugzyandpetuniathebunnies9721 ty!!

[@Jess-nh3qd]

@@deguskatzentipps7259 aww tysm ill have a look at that food now and your so kind thanks!!

[@bugzyandpetuniathebunnies9721]

@@Jess-nh3qd np! :)

[@shayrose7705]

I’m not sure if you mentioned they need to be in pairs? I’ve never met a Degu fine on its own. I work in a small pet “ shop “ and we have two Degus. Sadly our small breeder paired a female and male so they keep breeding and breeding - we are wanting to neuter and spay or either or. We always paid the babies up, so far we haven’t had an odd number. We try to pair same genders. They get so attached they NEED to be paired. If they can’t even see eachother on either side of the wheel they’ll scream and scream. Update- just saw you mentioned it xx This is the topic I can’t mention enough.

[@yoshi0k262]

I got given a degus because of a friend not being able to look after him he got to old he was 1 when I got him he is now 4 all the other degu I have tried to pair him with he hates for some reason he hasn't become lonely I have kept hamsters and rabies that have pulled out fur or bit there tails because they are lonely but for some reason he hasent

[@kenyattaredden8437]

How do u make that Scatter guard

[@sachikomatsumoto1364]

my degus became tooo violent and had to go the vet we've tried breif encounters with each other non are going well so they are seprated at the moment i'm verry worried as i only have to so they are alone. i would like some advice

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Sachiko Matsumoto some degus just don't get along. I advise you to go join a Facebook group called "Degu mania" or "Degu USA" as there are forums on how to reintroduce Degu to one another, etc.

[@Foxy-qg5jo]

Big habitat but degu cant have plasting thinks it is not good. Maibe you can give wood thinks.

[@ilonasikora3701]

Do you have six degus?

[@aallyyxx]

WOW THAT IS SO COOL

[@sschelkunchiki]

4:50 greedy little degu ))))))

[@addysonelizabeth5740]

I think it’s the ferret nation?

[@christinaloschy5106]

It looks like a critter nation. Ferret nations have 1 inch bars that some degus can squeeze out of!

[@lenskyyyyy8993]

Omg i got a Big degu Cage but this 😳😳😮😮 Ok but i got only 2 Degus

[@muert9600]

When you have to clean it 🥲

[@Solomon0424]

Degus are cute, but I think I'll stick to just having a chinchilla.

[@EviesAnimals]

Hey nice video, your Degus are so cuteee! P.S this is evies_animals from instagram!

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Evie's Animals thank you!! 😂 Seriously, they're all so evil too!! I think degus are becoming more popular. I think making videos on their care is super important!!

[@EviesAnimals]

Fearless Piñata agreed!

[@kaaru__]

PLEASE remove all the plastic... plastic does NOT belong in a degu cage. (I've been keeping Degus for 8 years now - there should only be wood and metal in their cage.)

[@klarabarunovic9841]

And glass

[@theraguchannel8814]

I love your tan degus

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Thank you, if you're interested the colour they are identified as is "Sand" or "Sand pied" I also have regular brown degus, "Agouti" and I have one brown and white degu, "Agouti pied"

[@kluchax-vg6jz]

amazing

[@aniam9537]

Super, extra!

[@dalespink1921]

OK

[@penocny128]

Polska dotarła ? 🇵🇱

[@bloody_pis2976]

Degus are a lot like chinchillas, huh?

[@lenskyyyyy8993]

Never a plastik reel!

[@theraguchannel8814]

I just have auguti

[@salvolondon]

I think degus are one of those species that shouldn't have been domesticated at all , they were so happy there in their habitat in south America and we humans felt the need to have them as pets too , seems like nowadays there is no a single small mammal that is not possible to have it as a prisoner in our homes . I have a guinea pig , it's different though , guinea pigs have been domesticated by the incas for thousands of years , in fact they don't rely exist in nature . But Degu ... I don't see the appeal in having an animal so fast that would have been much happier free than in a cage

[@The.MoNsTeRs]

It’s because degus are at a really good starting point and can be semi easily integrated into a human made replica of their natural environment unlike fox’s, wolves, and tigers. With proper care humans can definitely keep domestic degus happy and healthy just like we do with Guinea pigs. It’s really nice to see people being more open to stopping the wild animal trade though! ❤️

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

To be fair in the wild they tend to die before they reach the age of 1 and in domesticated situations they live until 8. As long as the owner is aware of their space needs i am not entirely sure what you are complaining about

[@terrybaker8156]

1:42 kebabs?

[@hitago4551]

Plastic...more plastic....i wld never buy a cage bc even the most expensive one cant compete with DIY. but hey keep wasting your money..

[@fearlesspinata3882]

Some people don't have the creativity nor the tools to be able to make DIY Definately not something most people would spend their money on, but that's a choice. Some people spend it on clothes, food, travel....