Small Pet Home — Habitats, Bedding, Hides & Comfort

Create a safe, enriching home for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice and chinchillas. Curated by Canine & Co for South African households, this collection focuses on spacious habitats, low-dust bedding, secure runs & pens and cozy hideouts—so little companions can rest well, explore confidently and stay clean with less effort.

What you’ll find

• Habitats & extensions: Cages, pens and add-on platforms for adaptable layouts.
• Bedding & liners: Soft, low-dust paper/aspen options; washable fleece liners for easy changeovers.
• Hides & dens: Multi-entrance shelters, grass huts and tunnels for secure downtime.
• Ramps, shelves & perches: Solid-surface routes to climb, snooze and survey.
• Litter & trays: Corner trays, absorbent pellets and mats for tidy toilet zones.
• Bowls & bottles: Non-tip ceramic bowls and drip-smart bottles sized for small mouths.
• Odour & cleaning: Pet-safe cleaners, deodorisers and spot-clean tools.

Pick by pet

• Rabbits & Guinea Pigs: Prioritise continuous floor space, low-dust bedding, large hides and a hay/litter corner.
• Hamsters: Deep, diggable bedding, solid exercise wheel, multiple hides and cork/wood tunnels.
• Rats & Mice: Multi-level habitats with hammocks, ladders, shelves and secure bar spacing.
• Chinchillas: Well-ventilated, cool enclosures with jump-safe ledges and a dust-bath area.

Home layout tips

• Zone it: Separate sleep, forage, toilet and play areas to reduce stress and mess.
• Solid surfaces: Use solid floors/ramps (no bars) to protect tiny feet and spines.
• Ventilation & light: Bright but draft-free; avoid direct sun and heaters.
• Bar spacing & latches: Choose species-appropriate spacing and secure closures to prevent escapes.
• Safe materials: Untreated woods, seagrass and food-safe plastics; avoid scented softwoods and flaking paint.

Cleaning routine

• Daily spot-clean: Remove soiled bedding; refresh toilet areas; rinse bowls/bottles.
• Weekly deep-clean: Wash habitat with pet-safe cleaner; replace liners; sun-dry accessories where possible.
• Odour control: Use enzymatic sprays and absorbent litter in toilet corners; keep airflow gentle and consistent.

Starter checklist

• Right-size habitat/pen with room to move.
• Low-dust bedding or washable liner + spare set.
• At least one hide per pet (more for groups) and species-appropriate tunnels.
• Non-tip bowl + bottle; litter tray (if your species uses one).
• Mat under the setup to protect floors and catch debris.

Use filters to choose by species, size, material and price. Order online for fast delivery anywhere in South Africa— and build a clean, comfy home your small pet can truly thrive in.