Wooden small animal house ZOLUX COSY 9mm — for hamsters, rats, mice

ZOLUX COSY 9mm is a wooden small animal house designed for hamsters, rats and mice. Built from 9 mm timber panels, the house provides a sheltered space for resting, nesting and hiding inside typical small-animal cages. Its compact dimensions and natural wood construction support species-typical behaviours such as burrowing, gnawing and seeking cover while fitting standard enclosure layouts.

Advantages

The wooden construction offers a firm, chewable surface that small rodents can use to maintain dental wear, while the 9 mm panels ensure a stable structure that resists deformation during regular use. The design creates a dark, quiet interior for nesting and sleeping without including coatings or finishes that might be harmful if chewed. The neutral appearance blends with cage setups and allows for easy placement or relocation within the enclosure.

Suitable for

• Hamsters looking for a nesting and hiding place
• Rats requiring sheltered resting areas
• Mice needing a compact shelter and gnawing surface
• Small-animal enclosures where natural, chewable materials are preferred

Key specifications

• Material: natural wood panels (9 mm thickness)
• Intended species: hamsters, rats, mice
• Function: shelter, nest site, gnawing surface
• Compatibility: fits common small-animal cage layouts
• Surface: untreated/low-finish wood suitable for chewing

How to use

Place the wooden house on a flat area of the cage floor where it will not block access to food, water or other enrichment items. Add a small quantity of nesting material inside to make the interior more inviting. Inspect the house regularly for heavy wear or splintering and remove if damaged. Clean the surrounding area as part of routine cage maintenance; the wooden house itself should be replaced rather than soaked or heavily washed to avoid warping.

Usage recommendations

Position the house in a quiet corner of the enclosure, away from direct drafts and heat sources. Provide appropriate bedding and monitoring to ensure safe chewing behaviour and replace the house if structural integrity is compromised.