Small Pets Hub: Rabbits, Hamsters & Guinea Pigs
Welfare-led housing, bedding, exercise and enrichment for rabbits, hamsters and guinea pigs.
Small pets are too often sold short on space and stimulation. This hub puts welfare first: how big a hamster cage or rabbit hutch really needs to be, safe bedding, proper exercise with runs and wheels, and enrichment that keeps clever little animals busy.
We follow UK welfare guidance — including that rabbits need companions and far more space than the traditional hutch — so you set up a home they thrive in.
Practical and honest. For illness or sudden changes, an exotics-savvy vet is essential — this is care guidance, not veterinary advice.
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Buying guides
Pick the right thing, first time.Hamster Cage Size Guide: How Big Should It Really Be?
How big a hamster cage needs to be in the UK, the widely recommended floor space minimum, and why Syrians and dwarfs need more room than you think.
Rabbit Hutch Size: UK Welfare Standards Explained
How big should a rabbit hutch be? UK welfare guidance, the real minimum space rabbits need, and what to look for when choosing a hutch and run.
Best Hamster Wheel Size: How to Avoid a Bent Back
A wheel that's too small forces a hamster's spine to curve as it runs. Here's the right wheel size for Syrian and dwarf hamsters, plus what to avoid.
Beating Small-Pet Boredom: Enrichment Toys That Work
Bored rabbits, hamsters and guinea pigs chew bars and over-groom. Here are the enrichment toys that actually work, and how to rotate them so they keep working.
Hamster Bedding: Safe vs Unsafe Substrate Explained
The wrong bedding can cause real harm to hamsters. Here's a clear UK guide to safe vs unsafe substrate, plus how deep it really needs to be.
Guinea Pig Housing Guide: Cage Size, Setup and Companionship
How big a guinea pig cage really needs to be, indoor vs outdoor hutches, and the kit that keeps a pair healthy, warm and happy in the UK.
Problem solving
Fix the everyday struggles.Taming a New Small Pet: Building Trust Without Stress
Taming a hamster, rabbit or guinea pig is about patience, not handling. Here is how to build trust step by step so your nervous new pet learns you are safe.
Rabbit and Guinea Pig Diet Basics: Why Hay Comes First
Hay should make up about 80% of a rabbit or guinea pig's daily diet. Here's how much they need, which types to choose, and how to feed it well.
How to Litter Train a Rabbit: A Beginner's Guide
Rabbits naturally use one corner as a toilet, which makes litter training surprisingly doable. Here's how to set up a tray, pick the right litter and get there.
Do Rabbits Need Company? Why One Bunny Is Never Enough
Rabbits are highly social and should not live alone. Here is why a single rabbit struggles, how to bond a pair safely, and what good company really means.
Are Hamster Balls Safe? What the Welfare Experts Say
Are hamster balls safe? UK welfare guidance is increasingly sceptical. Here are the real risks, safer time limits and the alternatives that actually work.
Compare & decide
This or that — settled.Rabbit Hutch vs Indoor Housing: Which Is Right for You?
Indoor rabbits get more interaction and stable warmth; outdoor rabbits get space and natural light. Both work well if the setup is big enough. Here's how to choose.
Hamster Wheel vs Ball: Which Is Better for Exercise?
Hamster wheel vs ball: a solid wheel is the safer, healthier daily exercise choice, while balls carry welfare risks. Here's the honest comparison.
Checklists
Nothing forgotten.How to Set Up a Hamster Cage: A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up a hamster cage is mostly about deep bedding, a big enough wheel and the right substrate. Here's the order to do it in, step by step.
Rabbit Run Setup and Predator-Proofing: A Safety Guide
A safe rabbit run keeps foxes out and rabbits in. This UK checklist covers size, digging defences, fox-proofing and weatherproofing your outdoor setup.
Winter Care for Outdoor Rabbits: Keeping Bunnies Warm
Healthy adult rabbits cope with UK winters outdoors if their hutch is dry, draught-free and well-bedded. Here's a practical checklist to get them through.
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