Width Problem

[piggy2470]

I hope I posted in the right area. I wasn't sure if I should post here or in "About Cages".

I'm planning to order a medium size cage from Sue on this site. I'm planning to put the cage on the wet-bar in my home. But, the problem is the width of the cage is 2 1/2 inches too wide! It'll hang off the side a little. The length is perfect, though.

Is this something to be concerned about? Will the cage possibly tip onto the floor? How about if I put heavier cage stuff on the side resting on the surface?

[Toadies]

I have my 2x5 grid cage on a 2x4 grid stand, overhanging by 1/2 grid on each end and I have pulled it forward to hang over the front edge by about an inch. So far it has posed no problems. The cage is heavier than you think, so I wouldn't be concerned about a little overhang.

[piggy2470]

OK! Thank you so much.

[lissie]

You'd need to add grids under Coroplast tray and zip tie to the grids on the side.
I think Sue's cage only has the grids on the side with Coroplast tray but not the grids under the tray.

[MaggieMae]

If you were really worried I bet you could post some pics of the space once you tested it out and we could figure out a creative way to anchor it just to be safe.

[pinky]

You can pick up an inexpensive piece of plywood the same size as the coroplast bottom to place under it as extra support.

[piggy2470]

Thank you all! I feel reasured. I'll try some of that.

[1frankie7]

What size cage did you order?

[piggy2470]

I am going to order a medium-planning to do it tonight.

[lissie]

How many piggies do you have? Are they boys or girls? Medium size cage is only 2x3.5 grids. If you have boys, they will need a bigger cage. I'd recommend getting 2x5.

[piggy2470]

How many piggies do you have? Are they boys or girls? Medium size cage is only 2x3.5 grids. If you have boys, they will need a bigger cage. I'd recommend getting 2x5.

I have only one piggy for now, but have found one availble for adoption I like. My piggy is female and so is the pig I'm interested in. Also, considering Amos is in a pets store cage right now with 2.5 square feet, it will be quite an improvement!

[piggy2470]

Update: I'll make the cage instead of buying from Sue. I will have extra grids and coroplast so I'll try to make a second level.