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Post by revolvingsheep on Sept 11, 2011 7:05:58 GMT -5
I want to custom make a litter box for the bottom left side of my 142 Ferret Nation. I want to get some sort of bin that will span the entire side of the cage under the first shelf.... something that I can cut into so that the ferrets can easily climb inside. I have seen these things made in lots of cages but I didn't see a thread specifically about this.
I measured the space as 22"-23" in length and about 17" deep. I need the bin to be as high backed as possible.
Suggestions? Thanks!
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Post by Sherry on Sept 11, 2011 9:51:00 GMT -5
I know some here have used sterilite containers that just fit into there.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2011 11:08:45 GMT -5
Here's my old setup:  It's an under-the-bed rubbermaid container with one side cut low and holes drilled in the back for attaching. It's not that high in the back, though I never had a problem with mine about that. You could probably slide a piece of panel or plexi or the like between it and the bars. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2011 11:32:33 GMT -5
Check out the sterilite 28 qt bin.
Dimensions:
23" L x 16 1/4" W x 6" H
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Post by revolvingsheep on Sept 11, 2011 13:54:49 GMT -5
Wow that 28qt bin seems perfect... almost exact dimensions. I just bought a dremel and so I can cut it and sand off the sharp edges easily. I take it the best way to attach it to the cage is to use a few clamps? Or I could do something like the lock crock bowls have.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2011 15:02:42 GMT -5
I use shower hooks because I already had them on hand. A clamp or a lock-crock mechanism would also work great though.
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Post by revolvingsheep on Sept 12, 2011 9:09:21 GMT -5
What about brand of litter? What should I buy for my Sterilite?
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Post by Sherry on Sept 12, 2011 14:16:36 GMT -5
Right now, I'm using hardwood pellets normally made for a stove. They have been baked/treated so there are no resins left, so perfectly safe. I pay $5.00 for a 40lb bag.
Previously, I'd been using swheat scoop cat litter(wheat based), or World's Best Cat Litter(corn based). Both are rather expensive here though. If I had to pick a favourite it would be world's best.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 12, 2011 17:26:25 GMT -5
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Post by revolvingsheep on Sept 13, 2011 10:52:50 GMT -5
Hardwood pellets? What brand?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 13, 2011 11:12:01 GMT -5
For litter I love worlds best cat litter multicat formula. It clumps and keeps odor down pretty well. It's flushable too. My last bag cost me about $25 and has lasted me 6 weeks. Pricey but it makes my life easier  |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 13, 2011 11:44:42 GMT -5
Currently I use Yesterdays News. It's okay i guess. Petsmart here sells it for $15 for a 30lb bag and sometimes there's a manufactures coupon on the bag for Buy 1 get 1 free. So its $15 (plus tax) for 60lb of litter as opposed to the Marshall's $10 for 10lb.  |
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Post by Sherry on Sept 13, 2011 19:40:40 GMT -5
I'm in Canada, so our brands would likely be different.
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Post by revolvingsheep on Sept 15, 2011 12:22:13 GMT -5
Hmm... I emailed the breeder and asked what litter she used. She said in a past email that they learn to use the litter box from day 1... so maybe it would be best if I used the same litter she uses. If I buy two of the $25 Worlds Best bags then that should last me 3 months if one bag lasts around 6 weeks.
My finances now has 266 every 8 months for 500 large adult mice from Rodent Pro... with the idea of feeding each of my ferrets one a day. And now I added $50 every 3 months for litter assuming I go with Worlds Best. And then I added $50 a month in raw food costs for my ferrets combined.
I didn't realize it would be so crazy expensive to own ferrets. I haven't changed my mind... I'm still getting them... but it's a real eye opener.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2011 13:46:11 GMT -5
And that hasn't even started with vet bills. They are IMO the biggest and scariest expensive of all.
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