C&C Alternatives Bookshelf/Drawer Cage?

I found a better way to use a bookshelf

https://s1321.photobucket.com/user/takakageri/media/guinea pig/DSCN2334_zpsb0a1a9f6.jpg.html

I have a second one in progress that I decided to glue/staple plastic to the back of. I found the cheaper backs will allow some urine absorption and then buckle causing leaks. They are a bit shy of 9sq ft.

A piece of trim can hold the plexi in place

I think @MrCavyMadness has a cage like that. Here is the thread https://www.guineapigcages.com/foru...y-done!!-*Clicking-here-is-a-must*?highlight=

guineapigcraz27 said:

I think @MrCavyMadness has a cage like that. Here is the thread https://www.guineapigcages.com/foru...y-done!!-*Clicking-here-is-a-must*?highlight=

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His cage is quite small. I would recommend making something bigger, and allow more ventilation.

See the alternative cages gallery for more ideas.
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lissie said:

His cage is quite small. I would recommend making something bigger, and allow more ventilation.

See the alternative cages gallery for more ideas.
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I dont think its that small-each level is 8 sq feet, and if there are two or three levels I think its large enough for a pair. However the bigger the better, so if one had more space available one should take advantage of that.

Also (just wondering and not trying to make this sound harsh at all) a lot of people say the ventilation on these style cages is not enough? Looking at it it appears to offer pretty decent ventilation....

Banshee said:

Also (just wondering and not trying to make this sound harsh at all) a lot of people say the ventilation on these style cages is not enough? Looking at it it appears to offer pretty decent ventilation....

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It would provide better ventilation if there are mesh panels on the side walls.

lissie said:

It would provide better ventilation if there are mesh panels on the side walls.

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True enough. Just wondering as my pet room is super cramped and my dad has a thing for aesthetics. Do you think such a cage, if given more levels and having a larger ramp structure, would work for a boar pair? I have a single pig right now (I most likely wont be able to get a friend-I have like a 5% chance of being able to get out), so I'm just wondering.

Levels require ramps, and ramps are invitations for boars to squabble with each other. Boars need room to run without getting in another pig's way.

bpatters said:

Levels require ramps, and ramps are invitations for boars to squabble with each other. Boars need room to run without getting in another pig's way.

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Ah alright. Sorry for derailing a bit