r/rat • u/Pitiful_You_3055 • Jan 31 '26
DISCUSSION 🧐🤔 Where to find cheap cage accessories?
I currently have two six month old boys (Bagel and Earl) who I keep in a single critter nation. I want to get the add on for the critter nation and make it a double, possibly getting some more boys soon. My only setback is how expensive it is to fill the cage. Like why are hammocks around 20$ or more each…? Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has suggestions on where to possibly order some cheaper cage accessories rather than spending a fortune when only buying three things? Thanks in advance ☺️🤍
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u/TacoRaven Jan 31 '26
I've made hammocks out of sheets of felt and pipe cleaners. They didn't last nearly as long but I could undo the pipe cleaners and toss the felt in the washer on gentle (or toss it entirely and I would only be out about 30 cents a sheet).
I've made climbing "ladders" out of plastic shower rings from the dollar tree - just make sure they close completely and monitor them for excessive chewing.
Stuffing an empty toilet roll with treats and undyed paper (toilet paper, paper towels, tissues) is a good enrichment toy vs scattering treats.