Cage Can I use an old cage for a new cavy?

[ryliem]

I have a cavy, Emmett, and I'm getting him a bigger cage. I'm also getting a new cavy. I want to use Emmett's old cage (It is in very good condition) for the new cavy while he is under quarantine for a couple of weeks. If I clean it out well, can I use it or will his scent stress out the new cavy? Should I deprive Emmett of his well deserved upgrade and give the bigger cage to the new cavy?

 

[Happy Cavy]

personal, I'd use the smaller cage (well cleaned) for quarantine and give the bigger cage to Emmett.If the small cage is cleaned properly I'd image the old scent will wash away.

 

[bpatters]

Sure you can use it. Just wash it well. And ditto on giving the newcomer the smaller cage.

 

[BeckieL]

If you're getting him from a rescue, they might have an extra cage you can use for the quarrantine period. If you plan to put them together eventually you'll have to completely re-clean the new cage when you join them up! I'm too lazy for that, lol. I would try to find a temporary cage for the quarrantine and focus on having the new cage set up for them as a "new home" once you introduce them.

just my $.02