The cleaning frequency for hamster cages is usually recommended to be a thorough cleaning once a month. However, the specific frequency should be determined according to how clean the cage is. Cleaning too frequently might make the hamsters feel uneasy, while cleaning too infrequently could affect the hamsters' health. Therefore, it's advisable to do a thorough cleaning once a month and carry out partial cleanings when necessary.
When cleaning hamster cages, the following points need to be noted:
Try not to disrupt the original layout, and don't replace all the items in the cage at once. This can help the hamsters adapt to the new environment more quickly.
Be especially careful when using flower and grass bedding or moss as bedding, because they are prone to breeding bacteria or growing bugs. It's recommended to completely change the bedding once every 1 - 2 weeks in summer, and the interval can be extended to one month in winter.
The water bottle needs to be cleaned about twice a week, as scale might cause the hamsters to have diarrhea after drinking.
The running wheel can be cleaned according to how dirty it is. If it gets dirty, you can wipe it clean with a wet tissue or rinse it with water.
Through reasonable cleaning frequencies and attention to these precautions, we can ensure that the living environment of the hamsters is clean and hygienic, and promote their healthy growth.