What Is This Used For?

[Lentil]

Hello,
We're very new to having guinea pigs (8 days) & need help understanding something about the cage we have for them. My question is; what is the metal barrier used for that sits inside & across the cage (hopefully you can see what I mean from the attached photo)? Currently we don't have it in their cage. But is it something we might benefit from using? Search as I might I can't find anyone with guinea pigs in a cage like ours who is using this barrier. Any idea?
Thanks in advance for your time & help.

 

[eileen]

Hi and to the forum,the metal insert is a shelf/messane or steps,you will need to cover this,ive used lap pads and puppy pads to line this,as grids can cause bumble foot and get feet caught in the metal grids,ive used cat scratchers that you use on doors to cover metal steps/or long socks threaded over metal step ladder.if you do not want to use any of these items just remove,and place hidey hoses/bendy logs as shelters.good luck.

 

[Lentil]

Thankyou. So, it's for the piggies to climb over as a boredom breaker? It takes up quite a bit of space, so we're happy not to use it. Thankyou for taking the time to reply. Best wishes ~Lentil

 

[eileen]

its to give them an extra level to get away from each other maybe if and when they needthere own space,but its fine not to use it.not all piggies will use a ramp.

 

[Lentil]

I see. Many thanks, Eileen.

 

[flowerfairy]

Here is a link with customer pics to show it in use;

Liberta Rabbit 150 XLarge Indoor Rabbit Cage on Sale | Free UK Delivery

I realise that it isnt the same cage but its the same idea.

 

[Lentil]

That's pretty clear & very helpful. Thankyou.

 

[eileen]

Here is a link with customer pics to show it in use;

Liberta Rabbit 150 XLarge Indoor Rabbit Cage on Sale | Free UK Delivery

I realise that it isnt the same cage but its the same idea.

this is the same cage i have in the lounge for two boars,i use the messane and it works very well.ive put a wooden house and small litter tray with bedding and hay.it gives both boys a place to get away from each other.

 

[Lentil]

this is the same cage i have in the lounge for two boars,i use the messane and it works very well.ive put a wooden house and small litter tray with bedding and hay.it gives both boys a place to get away from each other.

I'm curious now to see if ours would like it. If I find something to line the bars with I'll try it. Thanks Eileen.

 

[eileen]

piggiepigpigs do Jumbo lap pads which cover it very well,you will need to put newspaper over first as it is a funny shape ,then place waterproof pad,it is like using a liner.x