Setting Up A Naturalistic Hamster Cage | The Petri Dish

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  • @dianaramos1846
    @dianaramos1846 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6226

    Would love to see a video on how u clean this particular type of cage

    • @jim92atyahoo
      @jim92atyahoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +160

      You don't have to clean it

    • @dianaramos1846
      @dianaramos1846 5 ปีที่แล้ว +144

      Jimmy Zgmf please elaborate

    • @tabby8141
      @tabby8141 5 ปีที่แล้ว +382

      @@jim92atyahoo please tell me you dont have a rodent

    • @jim92atyahoo
      @jim92atyahoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +724

      Well bioactive enclosures will have microorganisms that help clean up their poop, and yes I have rodents, which I do clean their enclosures because they are not in bioactive ones. If you overcrowd the enclosure then yes, you will need to clean it every now and then, common sense.

    • @tabby8141
      @tabby8141 5 ปีที่แล้ว +200

      @@jim92atyahoo Yet wouldn't the soil, aspin, wooden toys, ect soak up the hamster's urine? I doubt there are any springtails added into the enclosure yet I'm quite curious,

  • @arsonLynn_
    @arsonLynn_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5455

    hamster: *sees pebbles*
    hamster: *is discouraged*

    • @gracesworld7365
      @gracesworld7365 5 ปีที่แล้ว +103

      Pastel Boii i laughed harder than i should’ve. someone help 😔.

    • @fdsjdhebjcs6726
      @fdsjdhebjcs6726 5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Why is this so funny to me

    • @merimeow7183
      @merimeow7183 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Your pfp says it all 😂

    • @crunchykitkat7957
      @crunchykitkat7957 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      lmao i dont get it but im still chuckling

    • @merimeow7183
      @merimeow7183 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@crunchykitkat7957 I'll explain it to you, so it goes like this, Since Erin said she would put pebbles in the water bowl because it discourages the hamster to jump in the water so that's what the joke is about I guess? 😂

  • @Jude-to7lw
    @Jude-to7lw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5078

    How can you set this whole thing up, and not let us see the hamster running around in there? I watched the whole video anticipating seeing a little hamster exploring its new home. Only to be let down. It’s like watching a really good movie that abruptly stops with out an ending. And Thank you everyone I eventually did get to see it.

    • @kaylarose9012
      @kaylarose9012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +201

      Omg I was 5 minutes til the end waiting for the same thing until I read your comment - I'm disappointed!!

    • @mega88maru
      @mega88maru 5 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      she did, in the video after this one

    • @ileanabriannemari
      @ileanabriannemari 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      There's actually a ten minute video of the hamster (Nitrogen) exploring the new place!

    • @Jude-to7lw
      @Jude-to7lw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thanks, I eventually found the video.

    • @ani.dimitrova
      @ani.dimitrova 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      at the very end you can see the hamster :D

  • @Rainkit
    @Rainkit 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1360

    I just want to say, I've been studying habitat design and this habitat looks absolutely perfect for an animal like a hamster. I know hamsters in traditional cages often suffer from stress and boredom, but with all the things you put in there for him to play with and explore, I'm sure he'll be really happy. And most of it looks handmade too. I love that amount of commitment for a pet most people wouldn't spend more than $30 on. It really shows that you love them.

    • @FitMoose
      @FitMoose 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      I've spent way too much time and money hand building my hamster's living environment. I regret nothing.

    • @sen3599
      @sen3599 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Would this enclosure also be suitable for a mouse? I’m considering buying one.

    • @mezzyartiist
      @mezzyartiist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@sen3599
      I don't know much about mice, but I think this type of enclosure should be good as long as you have lots of vertical space with lots of things to climb on.
      Also, mice live well and happy if they have a partner or two. Unlike hamsters, they are very social animals!

    • @silosaur
      @silosaur 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      LovelyRenn i heard from multiple websites that mice (if u have a pair of them) wouldn’t really like a space that big, because they’d be kinda stressed. It said their cage should be smaller than this one, about 400 sq inch. Is this true? Haha

    • @mezzyartiist
      @mezzyartiist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@silosaur
      Hm... I'm not sure- I really dont know much about mice. I assumed bigger was better, its definitely something to research more!

  • @hanna7074
    @hanna7074 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1134

    Let’s all take a moment of appreciation because she didn’t talk for 2 minutes like almost every video on TH-cam.

    • @catm590
      @catm590 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      • Jade’s gacha studio • It’s gotten so tiring to constantly watch topics that aren’t actually about whatever the videos are supposed to be about because the people would rather talk over whatever’s going on and all the while they don’t even talk about informational stuff/what the actual video is supposed to be about, while being super ADD/ADHD and very self-absorbed while trying to make lame pre-planned jokes on top of lots of advertising🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @sonofhibbs4425
      @sonofhibbs4425 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      No obnoxious background music either.
      *sigh of relief*

    • @jael2188
      @jael2188 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Cat M ADD/ADHD is not an adjective, they're real conditions and should not be given respect. You cant *act* like a medical condition

    • @user-mn6lz9lh5t
      @user-mn6lz9lh5t 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      What about the Indian people building slides

    • @sebastiaodeabreu7297
      @sebastiaodeabreu7297 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@user-mn6lz9lh5t that is next level stuff I watch it all the time 😂

  • @SuperSablei
    @SuperSablei 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3481

    Dude, can you PLEASE upload a 20+ minute video of your hammy exploring the place? Please? I love these cage-making videos but I really wanna see the hamster explore the thing!!!
    Also, are you willing to share how much this entire set up cost? I'm curious

    • @colbyjack6678
      @colbyjack6678 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Super Sablei I would love that. I really want to see the little guy explore

    • @brrr792
      @brrr792 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Me same here

    • @Lucien-si5yx
      @Lucien-si5yx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      Yeah that’s like the whole reason I clicked on this video, glad I saw your comment so I can make a quick 180 out of here

    • @leatherneck7296
      @leatherneck7296 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's all BS, read my 1st article on this, don't waste your time or money!

    • @leatherneck7296
      @leatherneck7296 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Lucien-si5yx I agree, read my article I just placed, it's all BS and a waste of money and time, don't waste yours on this!

  • @mariajuanesta3319
    @mariajuanesta3319 5 ปีที่แล้ว +742

    I didn't even realize how much I hate background music until I watched this.
    Thanks for a peaceful video.

    • @ThousandTimesBefore
      @ThousandTimesBefore 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I was wondering why I enjoyed this video so much more! No music certainly makes a huge difference :)

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol!

    • @hi.587
      @hi.587 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i've always hated background music

    • @euph4687
      @euph4687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lowkey asmr lol

    • @louisa1178
      @louisa1178 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Almost fell asleep 😴

  • @Axqu7227
    @Axqu7227 5 ปีที่แล้ว +576

    Ooh! I never would've thought to make a naturalistic vivarium for a mammal, but it makes perfect sense to do so! Adding a false bottom/drainage layer will help keep humidity stable and keep the substrate from molding. Also, if you add springtails and isopods to the setup, it'll help keep the enclosure clean and help clean up the hamster poop! Live plants are great for keeping ammonia out of the substrate.

    • @octaviaanika3419
      @octaviaanika3419 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      i can't tell if your trying to make fun of it being a vivarium or if your being serious

    • @theultimategod1060
      @theultimategod1060 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Byron Burke nope he’s serious

    • @someguy3186
      @someguy3186 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I wonder if isopods would bother the hamster at all though.

    • @Riversongwho
      @Riversongwho 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Some Guy they mostly stay underground so I don’t think so

    • @sophiabultena6781
      @sophiabultena6781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same set up I use for my crested geckos and chameleons and for my rabbits and even my breeder insects

  • @oliviaj9037
    @oliviaj9037 5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Hamsters deserve homes like this and no tiny cages.. bless you!

  • @iloveyou-tq3fw
    @iloveyou-tq3fw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1822

    The dislikes are the hamsters with the tiny tale cages from petsmart.

    • @dreamturtle12
      @dreamturtle12 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I didn't dislike the video, but I see some things why some people can do that... Maybe they have a good reason for this, but they don't type it in comments...
      For example - as for myself - I am afraid of the flowers he put there... I think they are poisonous if chewed, I can't imagine putting something like this into hamster habitation, when hamsters are known for chewing everything...

    • @iloveyou-tq3fw
      @iloveyou-tq3fw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      @@dreamturtle12 this is no hate at all against you, but shall i add she is very caring of her animals and will know or have done research before this. No hate!

    • @stubeii
      @stubeii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      dreamturtle12 I’m pretty sure those are perfectly fine for the hamster to chew on besides most hamsters don’t really like eating flowers nor herbs but they’re a nice touch to naturalistic enclosures. Besides Erin is a lovely person and in her videos you can clearly tell she cares deeply for her animals and does plenty of research before giving them something! So no worries!

    • @katiehelton3224
      @katiehelton3224 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      well sometimes that’s all ppl can afford

    • @VeinrinNgeeslg__
      @VeinrinNgeeslg__ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      @@katiehelton3224 and all the time,u shouldn't get a pet if u dont have the financial to do so,vet care,food etc

  • @VictoriaRaechel
    @VictoriaRaechel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2379

    thank u for the Asmr I appreciate it

    • @tar4825
      @tar4825 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      This isn’t ASMR... this is just setting up a hamster cage...

    • @VictoriaRaechel
      @VictoriaRaechel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +170

      Velvet9150 - Ajpw and more! It’s a type of asmr, asmr doesn’t have to be your typical whispering or purposely making sounds or role plays.

    • @katjamohr7529
      @katjamohr7529 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Hi Victoria! I really want to know what you think of this setup? And this type of bedding? Is it really natural? Because I’m planning on doing this myself 😊

    • @peanutmartinez8796
      @peanutmartinez8796 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Katja Mohr
      um if it was wrong she would say something about it so she did it so

    • @ChloroformHM
      @ChloroformHM 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Galaxy Paws WOAH U SO SMART! NOBODY WOULD HAVE EVVVEERRR REALIZED THAT THIS WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A HAMSTER CAGE :O
      Even worse! What if this was possibly...a joke...? Oh no!

  • @myhomeaquarium98
    @myhomeaquarium98 5 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    My heart rate is now down in to the 60's LOL please do more calm videos like this! Loved it! And AHHHHHH new hammy face!!

    • @acehasaface948
      @acehasaface948 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      totally agree, love ya' Erin. Been watching you since I was six.

  • @jaybrown9488
    @jaybrown9488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    I literally have to watch this every night before bed it’s so satisfying it’s a whole level of ASMR for me

  • @hanna7074
    @hanna7074 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5034

    If reincarnation is real I wanna come back as your hamster.
    Edit: I- wow thanks for all the likes. 😳✨

    • @PageShearling
      @PageShearling 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      No I want to. Pick me!

    • @fruitjuiceTTV
      @fruitjuiceTTV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @supremeclips9302
      @supremeclips9302 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      This hamster got a bigger home than me! Wtf

    • @Amynity
      @Amynity 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      If reincarnation is real, i would like to be one of the cream heroes.

    • @darkmistican6696
      @darkmistican6696 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      • Jade’s gacha studio • aww man, you practically called dibs.... IM NEXT AFTER YA THOUGH!

  • @Cyb3rstatic
    @Cyb3rstatic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +404

    Me watching this at 3AM knowing that I don’t have a hamster: 👁👄👁

  • @PianoDisneygal10
    @PianoDisneygal10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1258

    This hamster lives in a better house than I do lol

    • @aqor4496
      @aqor4496 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      PianoDisneygal10 it’s not a house it’s paradise

    • @4axxyy
      @4axxyy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same tho

    • @vixmoon3706
      @vixmoon3706 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      PianoDisneygal10 my mans is living in a dirt hut though

    • @6cyanide622
      @6cyanide622 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      U should've put the smoulder face for profile pic 😂

  • @ssomeoneyouknoww
    @ssomeoneyouknoww 5 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    I can’t believe you got a new hamster! He or she is so incredibly beautiful. Nitrogen is such an unique name. I can wait to see more! 🤗

    • @ssomeoneyouknoww
      @ssomeoneyouknoww 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ODD 2004 Yeah I know. I really like how unique it is 🤗

    • @MsCBash1
      @MsCBash1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kaylie Jakobsen it’s a male

    • @acehasaface948
      @acehasaface948 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ODD 2004 not Thistle and Einstein.

    • @night-shadevirgo2104
      @night-shadevirgo2104 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@acehasaface948 that was before she started the element theme like around 2012..?

  • @alexisyates7057
    @alexisyates7057 5 ปีที่แล้ว +232

    What I really want to see is erinsanimals and hoppinghammh do a cage theme together. Their both great at themes and Erin is great at diys! I can just imagine. Also it looks absolutely amazing and I love it so much!

    • @anny4133
      @anny4133 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That would be awesome but they live so far away so, sadly, that's not possible 😭

    • @acehasaface948
      @acehasaface948 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      we're forgetting about Victoria Raechel

    • @alexisyates7057
      @alexisyates7057 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bean W idk about that 🤔 Although if she did help too that would be cool

  • @staceyr.3075
    @staceyr.3075 5 ปีที่แล้ว +413

    I just made a hamster cage, now I want to redo the whole thing.

  • @SirLipe
    @SirLipe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +390

    Why Is this hamster Cage better than my house

  • @audreyjensen9653
    @audreyjensen9653 5 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    I was experiencing some really bad anxiety today and this video really helped me calm down, thank you for this :) Nitrogen is an absolute darling

    • @AlisonClaires
      @AlisonClaires 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You should try out GentleWhispers ASMR for your more anxious days. It helps me out a lot! Especially the no-talking videos

  • @frozen7900
    @frozen7900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I like how there’s no music, just the sounds, it’s pretty relaxing

  • @stefanyhb6880
    @stefanyhb6880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1192

    The last number digit is the hamster u get
    1 Campbell Dwarf hamster
    2 winter white dwarf hamster
    3 Syrian hamsters
    4 roborovski dwarf hamster
    5 Chinese hamster
    0 ,6,7,8,9 chose one of your choice
    Good luck

    • @flwrthorn
      @flwrthorn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      What if it is a 6, 7, 8, 9 or 0

    • @jillianesabin
      @jillianesabin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stefany HB if I get 0 do I not get one

    • @hayleighknots5691
      @hayleighknots5691 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@jillianesabin 0 should be pick of your choice

    • @stefanyhb6880
      @stefanyhb6880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jillian Sabin you can pick your favorite

    • @hayleighknots5691
      @hayleighknots5691 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stefanyhb6880 i got 10... hard decision... i really want a campbell dwarf... so i guess ill pick that! :)

  • @maxinelaragarcia
    @maxinelaragarcia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Hope you can make a video to show how you clean the cage!!!

  • @ilovesnakes5456
    @ilovesnakes5456 5 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    Hamster: *sees pebbles*
    Hamster: *surprised pikachu face*

  • @adrienuhhhh
    @adrienuhhhh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm currently sitting here right now holding my dying hamster Loki. He's been a wonderful friend to me and the reason I got him was because of your channel. He's been an absolute joy to love and care for and has spent all his life with lots of healthy food and a massive cage and lots of love and affection all thanks to you. I actually did research by watching lots and lots of videos, including yours, for roughly seven months to ensure that whichever hamster I got would have a wonderful life with me. My mom told me early this morning to come home to see Loki one last time. He's held on for as long as he could and every time I look at him he looks so tired. I'm sad that it's time to go but I also know that I gave him the best life he had ever known since I got him from a pet store. I have loved every minute of his adorable adventures and antics. One time he escaped from his cage because of a large toy and after all of two days he decided that it wasn't for him and fell for our bucket trap. I'm glad he came back and I'm glad I'm with him one last time. Thank you Erin for providing all your viewers with lots of knowledge and advice. Love your channel lots.

  • @darciecowley2690
    @darciecowley2690 5 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I absolutely love the way the way that this video is so aesthetic and that any way that you make a theme it all looks perfect!

  • @suveybekld7523
    @suveybekld7523 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    i really like that you didnt add music it is relaxing to watch in a way. also great theme i love it

  • @finnebean
    @finnebean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Whenever I see people give this much love and time into their animal's enclosure, it just warms my little vet heart.

  • @green7412
    @green7412 5 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    Pebbles: in water
    Hamster: goddamn it >:((

    • @CactusBerto
      @CactusBerto 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      jocelyn williams lol

    • @muse4348
      @muse4348 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is spelled god damnit bro bro

    • @amaravega838
      @amaravega838 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@muse4348 Does it really matter, bro bro?

  • @LittleFeatheredKingdom
    @LittleFeatheredKingdom 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    As soon as I saw the 7 I knew it was a hint to a name...BUT NOT a new family member right away!
    Congratulations, Nitrogen has fallen into some wondrous hands. The cage is stunning.

  • @icouldbeevil1015
    @icouldbeevil1015 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Someone stated that you needed music playing. I thought it was perfect the way it was and very relaxing. I'm very jealous of your hamster. I would love to live in what you created.

  • @takeitslowbb
    @takeitslowbb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Istg this hamster is living it's best life better than anyone else

  • @outrotearseven
    @outrotearseven 5 ปีที่แล้ว +305

    who else wants to become hamster and move in

  • @muffet5076
    @muffet5076 5 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    And to think that some peoples hamster cage is as big as that hide house smh.

    • @oopoop4299
      @oopoop4299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i once saw a cage that had 50sq inches if floorspace. i was so mad because it was for a Syrian and the bare minimum is 600

    • @em9zz
      @em9zz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      oop oop the bare minimum is 450

    • @soph4850
      @soph4850 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oop oop I saw one with only 30 sq inches it’s smaller than my travel cage

  • @lildog1424
    @lildog1424 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Sees title a video: is there a hammy we don’t know about?
    Sees Nitrogen .............. I have no words to express the amount of cuteness in my heart right now!!♥️

  • @suitedzombie9846
    @suitedzombie9846 5 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    Does this seem like an ASMR, or is it just me??
    I definitely enjoy the sound of you sifting the play sand 😊

  • @I_Freya_I
    @I_Freya_I 5 ปีที่แล้ว +278

    **insert markiplier dirt reference**
    Edit: ooh new hammy!!!!
    Nitrogen is adorable!

    • @I_Freya_I
      @I_Freya_I 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Hello dirt pile! Dirt pile. Pile of dirt. Dirt? I'm looking for some dirt, have you seen some dirt? It's about yay high. Looks like dirt. Hello? Dirt? Hey, someone took this dirt! Where'd all the dirt go? Huh better check with this dirt over here. Hello dirt? Have you seen some dirt. It looks pretty brown earthy. Kinda like dirt. Goes by the name of earth if you've ever heard of it before. Also known as dirt. It's in the ground- actually is the ground. Have you seen it? Ground. Dirt? Really fine, powdery dirt. Have you seen it? A dirt pile? It's in a pile, well not really- it's flat, but it's dirt. Have you seen it? No?
      Well f**k you then.
      Boy that took a while

    • @BluEseXHd
      @BluEseXHd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      .

  • @danak5913
    @danak5913 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First this is amazing, but I definitely didn't expect you to put only ONE HAMSTER in this enormous thing.
    Second, this hamster is adorable.

  • @sharonvanderheijden3553
    @sharonvanderheijden3553 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    SUCH A GOOD EXCAMPLE OF HOW IT SHOULD BE! A BIG AND NATURAL ENCLOSURE, THANK YOU!!! :)

  • @joeharris3667
    @joeharris3667 5 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    Loved this!! It was like ASMR 😍

  • @Kayla-db8sg
    @Kayla-db8sg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I love this cage!!! Its so beautiful good job Erin😊💜

  • @sylvie_on
    @sylvie_on 5 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    Just Thinking of Cleaning it makes my arms get tired...

    • @demonicsnowh.280
      @demonicsnowh.280 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Won’t be that hard to clean if he makes the soil area bio active. Then it would be just a few areas to clean.

    • @Riversongwho
      @Riversongwho 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jerry Andersen springtails and isopods

    • @Riversongwho
      @Riversongwho 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Jerry Andersen springtails and isopods actually can take on mites. They also clean up fungus. They clear the waste your hamster or other animal would produce so you need to do minimal cleaning. Even If you need to clear the soil, just dig out a few and keep them on the side to put into the new soil or enclosure as they reproduce quite quickly

    • @muse4348
      @muse4348 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jerry Andersen are you going to make a vid of the final product

    • @muse4348
      @muse4348 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jerry Andersen thank you man you got a PS4 or something

  • @willowsecord6035
    @willowsecord6035 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Not gonna lie, seeing this brought back my obsession w wanting hamster. I miss my pebbles. We uses to do this on a very ghetto level.

  • @tillieallam51
    @tillieallam51 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Soil as bedding is a great idea! Never thought of that. 👍🏼❤️

  • @justriah1350
    @justriah1350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    14:28
    Girl when you were putting rocks in those plants pots it sounded like those black magnet rocks we used to play with...

  • @shapironianz
    @shapironianz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    You will literally only have to clean this cage like once every 6 months it's so big and beautiful 😍😍😍

  • @leonoorknol7391
    @leonoorknol7391 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I only saw the tumbnail and that looked perfect👌
    Edit: i watched the video and I LOOOOOVE IT. Congrats with Nitrogen he/she will have a awesome life with you! 💕👏🎉

  • @LizardsVideos
    @LizardsVideos 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am honestly enamored with this set up! A naturalistic setup that uses soil as the bedding and incorporates plants into it had never occurred to me before. This is giving me so many ideas!!

  • @bigsigh3169
    @bigsigh3169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have an important question! Do you think my hamster would be stressed if I changed from Care Fresh bedding, to soil, and natural esk theme? I really wanted to do a cage theme like this, but he has lived in CareFresh bedding his whole life. Thanks! 😁

  • @missloo12
    @missloo12 5 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    So... Would you say the soil is rich in... Nitrogen? :D

    • @linkheuliheuli9593
      @linkheuliheuli9593 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No flower bedding please! The white things in it are toxic. Take Terraristik bedding

    • @issywissyOoO
      @issywissyOoO 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Link heuli Heuli she’s making a joke but it is a good point but Erin spoke about the white balls in her latest video (setting up a hamster garden)

    • @mochiiattoo
      @mochiiattoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      *ba dum tss*

  • @Marcyf0001
    @Marcyf0001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow , this cage is amazing 😍 I do natural themes for my two but i think I'd be too scared to use soil all over and not just for digging!! I love how you've included different colours and textures too 😁Wow, I'm blown away by the wheel !! I've found so many new ideas in this video !

    • @SomethingAnimal
      @SomethingAnimal  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I'm so happy that it inspired you!!! 😊

  • @vladilissfairywinds6972
    @vladilissfairywinds6972 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Erin : "hey I found this awesome background! I love it it's so pretty!"
    Also Erin: *covers it with everything possible on Earth* xD
    (I know that this is better to use as much space as possible than showing the background of the cage but it makes me laugh x3)

  • @chazzeroonio8181
    @chazzeroonio8181 5 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    i really wish i could do something like this for my hamster but it seems too expensive

    • @Xeno_Des
      @Xeno_Des 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      If you at least want more space look up munchies place, she has a tutorial, on how to diy an enclosure and it would be a big space for them to have fun in

    • @Xeno_Des
      @Xeno_Des 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Also somewhat cheep, for the cage

    • @chazzeroonio8181
      @chazzeroonio8181 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      True Desbear thanks a lot, i’ll look it up :)

    • @stubeii
      @stubeii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Chazzeroonio I can’t tell if it’s the enclosure or the cage you’re talking about but I’ll give you some tips on both! If you want a large but cheap cage try a bin cage or if you can maybe a IKEA detolf which is a little more expensive than a bin you can get at Walmart but it’s around 950sq inches of floor space and is only $70!As for toys and other stuff try paper bedding it’s very cheap and can last such a long time! It looks very nice too! Also if you have any trees or something that you know don’t have any weird chemicals added to them, then cut off a branch or something and sanitize it by putting it in the oven this works for rocks too (you can also bleach them) I got most of my toys from thrift stores and I also made some of them myself! That’s all the advice I could give haha

  • @TartanOfficial
    @TartanOfficial 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’ve never seen a cage set up like that for a small rodent, that is like heaven. Great cage I love it

  • @Yoga665
    @Yoga665 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I would watch a live stream of Nitrogen enjoying his/her hamster life in this cage, tbh.

  • @the_animal_ark
    @the_animal_ark 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Love this cage. I wish I could build this for my hamster

  • @CharlieVarley-rs1ju
    @CharlieVarley-rs1ju 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've never clicked on a video so fast! I can't wait to see the final finish😍
    Had to edit because I was like 'their has to be someone going in at the end and I wasn't disappointed! How cute! Cant wait to here their story😁

  • @sottacquastobene
    @sottacquastobene 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Does your hamster live the whole time on the soil? And do you ever clean that cage at all? I'm very curious about it! I'd love to build something like that for mine.

  • @Coyoteari
    @Coyoteari 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    “Pebbles to discourage X” is the new meme i need in my life

  • @roksanadev5468
    @roksanadev5468 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Hey Erin!
    How often you need to clean this cage? Is required changing everything in one 'round' ?
    Greetings from Poland

  • @isabellaw1070
    @isabellaw1070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Would love to see a cost breakdown of this new enclosure. It is really awesome. Also a vid of Nitrogen exploring his new digs

  • @kelidavies4806
    @kelidavies4806 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Your so amazing!! Your by far my favourite TH-camr ❤️ you have helped me with so much over the years ❤️❤️

  • @chemoheterotroph
    @chemoheterotroph 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    If I had a place like this, I'd never leave home.

  • @rosalynfreeman1122
    @rosalynfreeman1122 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You have done an amazing job on his/Her cage and I really enjoyed his/her outings in it. I bet you have the happiest hamster in the world cause he/she don’t have to worry about any predators. I love your videos,the best I’ve ever seen.

  • @christofrr
    @christofrr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    how do you go about cleaning the areas where the hamster is weeing and pooping?

    • @euph4687
      @euph4687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't worry bout cleaning poopies and weewee bcs the soil will do it🤣

    • @Apollo-hi1jj
      @Apollo-hi1jj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      poppinreds that’s actually kinda smart

  • @keramik3371
    @keramik3371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your Cage is soooo amazing!!!!😍
    It's like ASMR!!!! The sound is perfect after a long day to relax!

  • @windkin45
    @windkin45 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The new enclosure looks great and the new hammy is adorable. I can't wait to see more of Nitrogen.

  • @cet765
    @cet765 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All I can say is, "Wow!!!!" All this for a hamster!? Wow! You must really love your little pet! The cleaning of this setup would discourage me! Overall very impressive! Thank you for sharing!

  • @rebecca07s
    @rebecca07s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i honestly don’t understand how you are this smart that you come up with the best cage designs and ideas like 😌💖

  • @mania6420
    @mania6420 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wish I had crafting skills to make that for my little hamster. Amazing setup!

  • @frogwithlegs
    @frogwithlegs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have three questions about soil in hamster cages.
    1. Is peat safe for them?
    2. Does it hold up borrows?
    3. Is it bad that they groom them self when they are dirty or is it completely safe?
    Big thanks to any one who answers :)

    • @audreyjensen9653
      @audreyjensen9653 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Katrīna Šitca Erin posted a video all about soil substrates a while back. I suggest checking it out

    • @frogwithlegs
      @frogwithlegs 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@audreyjensen9653 i watched that video like five times and still have questions :D I'm going to watch it again tomorrow

  • @Loveofpets
    @Loveofpets 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Absolutely beautiful! Are the plants real or artificial? If they are real is it safe to be chewed or eaten?

  • @sparkeythehamster
    @sparkeythehamster 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is there a good soil substitute you can suggest?
    I live in a country where temperatures can get very low in the winter and soil tends to get cold even in the house. I can't help but feel this would be a risk to the animal living in it.

  • @LuthfanDanaswara
    @LuthfanDanaswara 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question: how do you cleanup them? And how often?

  • @marsgaming3386
    @marsgaming3386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I feel like I would have more fun designing the cage then the hamster lol

  • @b3rlinki
    @b3rlinki 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I want to do something like this for my gerbils but more their climate, but my parents always say:
    "No it would cost too much!" or "No they're ok with their cage now!"
    the cage i have now for them is like 50x70x37 cm big

  • @farissie
    @farissie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    People:that's so beautiful
    Hamster:*HEAVEN*

  • @alienindisguise5546
    @alienindisguise5546 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is it me or are videos about making a fancy shmancy pet homes, SOOO satisfying

  • @paigek409
    @paigek409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How do you know there’s no bugs in the soil? I know whenever I get soil there can be spiders and other bugs in it

  • @ChloroformHM
    @ChloroformHM 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Bruh this hamster’s cage is fancier than my entire house

    • @emilee.victoria
      @emilee.victoria 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ControllerTheNW .-. Same lmao 😂

  • @ragdoll1021
    @ragdoll1021 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You should totally dude more of these nice calming videos! I really enjoyed it, and nitrogen is so cute!!

  • @momshei3727
    @momshei3727 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love that you used soil and coconut chippings as substrates. Love the plants too! I'm halfway done with my bincage. I'm more inspired now! Thanks. This is really cool!

  • @drums4life937
    @drums4life937 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this because most people think that hamsters and other animals like that only need the soft bedding and a wheel but really that’s not their natural habitat and they really should even in captivity should have natural looks and enrichment

  • @lesliemejia6398
    @lesliemejia6398 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What kind of wood do you use for those DIY hideouts?

  • @EpinyOfStormrage
    @EpinyOfStormrage 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is the best diy cage/habitat I have ever seen. Absolutely amazing.

  • @themeparkkrazykid4420
    @themeparkkrazykid4420 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing set up!! Well done

  • @lailacarr4233
    @lailacarr4233 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Woooooo Erin is back guys with an even more amazing interesting video ... content is fabulouso !!! Love you Erin ☺️♥️xxxx

  • @jacelantz-dennis5999
    @jacelantz-dennis5999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how often do you have to change out the soil in the cage?

  • @Lost1ncedloved
    @Lost1ncedloved 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Admit it , this was a ASMR 😊, I loved the sounds and how peaceful this video was and the set up is BEAUTIFUL.

  • @renthenethie8996
    @renthenethie8996 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hello, I was just wondering if this set up would work for gerbils as well

  • @moose-music
    @moose-music 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    roughly how much did this entire set up cost you?

    • @SomethingAnimal
      @SomethingAnimal  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The soil was about €1.50 a bag, I used 4 or 5 I think so lets say €7.50. The sand I buy in a 1kg bag for €6 and only used about 1/4 of that so about €2 worth. Coconut chips were €4 I think, the plants were about €1-2. The basic costs (and what will be the recurring costs) came to less than €20. It a very cheap set up all things considered :)

    • @annikahe6189
      @annikahe6189 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ErinsAnimals how do you clean this thing

  • @stickeredshells1612
    @stickeredshells1612 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This was really neat to watch- I don't even have a hamster 😂💕

  • @veedinero7247
    @veedinero7247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does anyone know what the little like underground maze box is? I fell in love with it and would love it for my mice

    • @SomethingAnimal
      @SomethingAnimal  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's called a multi-chamber hide, you can buy them on some online stores but mine was homemade. The tutorial for it is on my channel and it can also be made from cardboard :)

  • @olicastle1435
    @olicastle1435 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That was the cutest and most satisfying thing I’ve ever watched

  • @DIYHamsterMaze
    @DIYHamsterMaze 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    🤩Wow, did you make such a cool house for your hamster? Did it take a long time?😊

  • @MarianTracy-r5r
    @MarianTracy-r5r 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love seeing people create these types of homes for their pets ❤️ :)

  • @pb4018
    @pb4018 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Amazing!!!! 10/10 hamsters would love to live here🍾💖🐹

  • @FalconerZone
    @FalconerZone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    Cage is awesome but after 17 long minutes of watching you setup to see 17 seconds of hamster doing nothing..... I have no words

    • @jessiegarner2772
      @jessiegarner2772 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Title of the video says it's about setup. Not the hamster.

    • @cheeseekimbap4903
      @cheeseekimbap4903 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The video es painfully slow and we only got that much of the little guy.

    • @Jessemxly
      @Jessemxly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it was because she hadn’t introduced the hamster yet so it was supposed to be like a cliffhanger for the next video

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Jessemxly (So where's the next video??)

  • @princesslylachewie9704
    @princesslylachewie9704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didnt know hamsters could have dirt enclosures 😅but its REALLY cool