Small pets benefit from environments that let them explore, forage, hide and interact with safe materials.
Use tunnels and hideouts
Provide multiple safe hiding spaces so animals can retreat when they want privacy.
Encourage natural foraging
Where appropriate for the species, scatter part of the daily food allowance or hide it inside safe paper and cardboard items.
Offer species-appropriate chew items
Chewing is especially important for rabbits and many rodents. Only use materials known to be safe for the species.
Change the layout occasionally
Small changes can make an enclosure more interesting, but avoid changing everything at once if your pet is easily stressed.
Always research the specific needs of your animal because rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters have different diets, social needs and housing requirements.