A Home For Your Pet . Be sure to purchase a cage or other habitat when you buy your pet's home where the temperature is constant. Small mammals get cold easily and should be kept away from drafts and dampness. They can't tolerate high temperatures and should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Your pet's home should have lots of room to play and run.
Small animals like to burrow and build nests.
You should provide your pet with plenty of shavings. Be aware that small animals have sensitive lungs, which predisposes them to respiratory infection. Use shavings that are free of additives, preservatives, chemicals and dust. The natural oil found in cedar shavings will repel unwanted pests. Clean your pet's shavings every other day.