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C&C Pros and cons of C&C cages

GuineaPigs98

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I'm thinking about getting C&C cage. What are the pros and cons? Thanks
 

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Cons: sometimes people make comments about, "wow that's an awful big cage" because they don't understand us!
Pros: Get to see they run and popcorn, they're super fun to design however you would like! I've changed my cage so many times! They're happier, and it's easier to clean a larger cage than a smaller one, believe it or not. My advice is to DEFINITELY use fleece if you're using C&C. My pigs are burrowers, so my cage has to have fleece going over the sides of the coroplast! Just something you should consider if you decide to use fleece!
 

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Well, I am on my first C&C cage so I am in no way an expert on the matter however here are my opinions.

Pros
Preferred amount of room.
Inexpensive in comparison.
Easily expandable and relatively inexpensive in case new piggies come into your life.
Ability to rearrange to your liking instead of the standard rectangle cages.
Can add on pieces to fit in awkward spaces such as under a window nook or in a strange shaped corner.

Cons
Does take up large amount of room.
Coroplast can be hard to find locally.
It is also difficult to transport in 4X8 sheets depending on the type of vehicle.
Sometimes will need bracers if many levels are added on for stability.
The ability to rearrange upon a whim will have you purchasing tons of zipties and often times new fleece for the different shapes of your cage.
Will also want to add on because it is easy, so room and money come into question here.
 

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Cons: the cage bars are kind of flimsy if not reinforced with zip ties. They are strong enough to support a guinea pigs body...the cage wouldn't look to good if you accidentally bumped into it!
 

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Thanks to all!Your all a great help!
 

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No problem! Glad I could be a help @GuineaPigs98 . Hope you figure things out. I really do love my C&C cage and would not go back to a pet store cage ever.
 
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