DESIGNING A HAMSTER HOME
I decided to make two enclosures and used fiberglass materials for both.
My first design had a basic front and top view with the opening on top. Holes were provided on the side for ventilation. Commercial accessories and beddings were used. My objective for solving the issues of the DIY bins were improving their aesthetic appearance and making them more durable.
My second design was more complicated. The hamster could only be viewed from the front as the door opening also served as the viewing window. The floors had holes that served as position markers for DIY accessories. There was a waste tray below, where bedding or absorbent material could be placed.
I also designed accessories, such as bathrooms, feeders, drinkers, and a customized exercise wheel. They all worked well, except for the wheel except for the wheel, which I thought was too heavy because of the material I used. Built-in fans and LED lights were also installed.
I was satisfied with both my designs and tried them for Syrian, Campbell, and Roborovski hamsters, all of which seemed to love their new homes. I recently constructed a 36x24 inch enclosure for a small Roborovski hamster community that I was contemplating to care for.
One of my primary goals for my beloved companion animals is to continuously find ways to make them live more comfortably. My small arsenal of ideas and simple fiberglass-making skills make my goals easier to achieve. I look forward to finding more ways to make our companion animals happier and healthier.