It is also a generously wide cork lined wheel, which means Deaky can change direction easily and is kind to his feet.

The most important thing to consider when purchasing a wheel is the size of your actual hamster, as you don’t want to purchase one too large or small for them. Wooden wheels are also available and usually the quietest, however, they require varnishing to prevent stains and don’t last as long. It’s tail safe, resistant plastic hub also aims to provide a silent experience for owners and a comfortable, sure-footed run for any hamster. This is an obvious example of an unsuitable product being marketed as suitable, when looking at a Syrian hamster use this wheel the back curvature issue is obvious to see.Be sure to check whether it’s possible for the wheel to be fitted to the cage or whether it must remain on its stand. There is a bar that sticks out but it’s not sharp and is pretty high up, I’ve been looking at it tonight and wonder if it makes the whole thing a bit more wobbly. Smaller dwarf and roborovski breed hamsters don’t require a huge wheel, and something between 16 cm and 18 cm should suffice! And if that wasn’t enough, it’s also the only hamster wheel to feature an eye-popping optical illusion design, meaning it’s not just your little furball who’s going to be getting entertained! It’s a scientific fact that hamsters love to run, and so an exercise wheel is a pretty crucial piece of equipment when it comes to kitting out your little pet’s cage.

However, I will say that the Trixie plastic wheels have actually improved slightly with a few modifications. They also make 12 inch metal wheels in various colors, and I wouldn't go smaller than that with Syrians just to be completely safe - something bucket wheels are severely lacking in terms of wheels like the Carolina ones which are somewhere around 10 inches or just over in diameter which isn't going to work for many Syrians as it would be too small for them to properly run with a flat back. This 28cm diameter hamster wheel can be either mounted on it's frame, or attached to the side of your hamster's cage. It came with replacement cork, but I don't see how you would replace the cork since whatever adhesive they used is very strong.

Perhaps Hams got used to the open front from the tiny savic one his cage came with or maybe he just doesn’t like it enclosed? Lovely wheel – so sturdy and SILENT 😛 it looks great inside the wooden cage – so stylish and classy looking compared to bright wacky cages and squeaky/rattling wheels. It has been reported that the wheel is quiet and we are also pleased to see there is no inner cog which could trap a gerbils tail or long fur. They are designed to provide a smooth and quiet running experience, so your pet can exercise without disturbing you or other household members. Anyone who’s ever had a hamster before knows that while an exercise wheel is often the joy of your little furballs life, it is conversely nearly always the bain of yours.