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Cage My new cage?

Pipandpoppy

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This is a cage we made from plywood.
The upper level is a pull out shelf and the bottom level has a shelf as well.
They have loads of space.
It is about 2/4 grids on each level. Is it good enough for 3 pigs.
Don't really have enough space for C&C cage but it is a dream.;)
 

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I'd love to see a photo :)
 

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This is the cage.
 

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Nice! What are the actual dimensions?
 

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Pippin. Having a cuddle
 

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42 across 18 wide very rough I can't remember it this is what I can ;)
 

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Nice! What are the actual dimensions?
Re: My new cage?
42 across 18 wide very rough I can't remember it this is what I can
 

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It's not large enough for 3. Each level is 5.25 square feet while the minimum should be 7.5 square feet per level. My other concern is that it's made out of plywood which can absorb urine. Do you have a waterproof layer under the fleece? The top, bottom and sides are closed in so ventilation is also an issue.
 

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@pinky
thanks for your reply.
We are adding in more ventilation on top and sides and the dimensions I gave were way off.
It was 50 across & 18 wide times two.
But two of my girls are very small yet and we give them a long floor time every day, but if it is still way to small we can add a third floor.
They love running up and down the stairs popcorning.
 

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50 x 18 is only 6.25 sq.ft.
Levels don't count towards square footage.
 

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I plan to expand with grids to the side when I have enough money,they are happy in the mean time and I will give extra floor time.thank you for your reply ,now I know to expand.
 
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