Title: (Optional) Explain the housing and equipment requirements of rodents.
Course: Small Animal Care I (18102-18) > Section: Caring for and Managing Rodents

Explanation should include the reasons for rodents’ basic housing and equipment needs, including environmental enrichment/stimulation and exercise.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What types of containers/enclosures can be used to house pet gerbils? Hamsters? Mice? Rats?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of cages, aquariums, bins, combo cages, and homemade cabinet housing?
- What are the minimum space requirements for pet gerbils? Hamsters? Mice? Rats?
- What elements can be added to rodent housing to provide opportunities for exercise?
- Why is a nest box or an enclosed refuge an essential housing component for a rodent?