We built a new cage from two big guinea pig cages we got off local classified ads. One of them had a removable top panel, so we took it out, staked them up, and wired them together! The result was a new, huge cage.
We had originally planned to put Chili in the big cage with the other five boys, but we tried it out, and it was clear that six growing boys in there was just too many! Scooter and Chili get along the best, so we put them in the new cage.
We think the cage will be big enough for three (easily, in fact), so we're going to go pick up Scooter's brother from Adelaide's Rattery because he still hasn't been adopted. Ten boys! We're trying to find a new home for Poof and Ninja, though, because they don't get along with anyone else.
I haven't posted pictures of any of the rat cages, so I thought I'd show where they all live!
The new rat castle for Scooter, Chili, and Scooter's brother
Scooter hiding from the camera
Can you find Chili?
The big cage--Twist, Bolt, Soda, and Tank
Twist and Bolt sleeping in what was supposed to be a litter box!
Poof and Ninja's cage. Where are the rats? Check the big bump in the middle of the hammock!