Another reason to avoid this wheel with Syrian hamsters (who tend to be more destructive chewers than dwarves). One thing that could be changed somehow (although I have no idea how) is the back where the wheel attaches to the base. Ah yea, that's if the topper has 1 small entrance which can be blocked/defended by a gerbil, if theirs one big entrance or 2, then a topper should be fine (assuming one isn't added to a clan on the verge of declanning). Syrian Hamsters: 12” and up ( Some male or smaller Syrians can use a 10” wheel without issue, but most Syrian hamster owners say that 12” is better.

Also check out how cute Baloo from Insta account BenjiandBaloo is on his cork-lined Niteangel Acrylic wheel! This is an item you don’t want to skimp on- having the wrong wheel can create health problems for your hamster that can be painful for your hamster later in life. of these wheels in the size M/8” size because they fit perfectly in the Kaytee Crittertrail Quick Clean cage. I personally own this wheel for my hamsters and i absolutely love how silent it is and how smoothly it spins, i think it's a great wheel for the hamsters but I was wondering how you guys felt about that wheel for gerbils? You can also attach this wheel to the sides of a cage fairly easily, but I’ve had various success with this due to different construction on these wheels.I’m not sure what happens exactly, but they get stuck and I’m constantly trying to fix them for my hamsters to use. The Niteangel quiet hamster exercise wheel is best suited for dwarf hamsters because it has an eight-inch diameter.

Pros: clear design goes with any cage set up, heavy base won’t shift around as your hamster runs on it, very quiet! I purposely removed the center screw cap piece just for safety to protect little tails from getting caught.You want to look for a hamster wheel that has no spinning axel sticking out as it can put pressure on your hamster’s back when they are running. But I copied the product page into Fakespot, which implied there are a LOT of suspicious reviews, bringing the rating down from five to two stars. It is made with dual ball bearings which makes it extremely quiet when your hamster runs on it, which is desirable if the sound of your hamster’s wheel keeps you up at night. It is silent and makes a great solid running surface for hamsters who prefer to run on a flat wheel design. Exercise saucers are a bit controversial and in some countries are not considered appropriate for hamsters.

However, larger species such as Syrian hamsters should have a wheel with a diameter of at least 11 inches. The adjustable stand works perfectly, and the the transparent plastic is great for the hamster seeing me approach a little sooner. I have since then read a few reviews from hedgehog owners saying that their hedgehogs had gotten their toes stuck in this wheel. When choosing the best wheel for your hamster there are three factors you need to consider which include the size, material, and safety. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising.I no longer use the Kaytee Silent Spinner as I have found other wheels that my hamsters seem to prefer. My 42 years of being on this planet I have never owned a hamster wheel that doesn't make noise and runs so smoothly! A hamster wheel should be large enough that your hamster’s back does not arch or curve underneath the running axel. This wheel comes in three different sizes, such as an which makes it suitable for all types of hamster. This type of hamster wheel looks like a standard hamster wheel laid on its back for a low running surface.