Tatrapet Jumbo Hammock, 37×30 cm is a hanging hammock for rodents from the TATRAPET brand. It's sewn from soft, breathable fabric and attaches to the cage bars with strong fixings. It's easy to hang anywhere in the cage and, once dirty, can go in the washing machine. The manufacturer recommends it for hamsters, mice, chinchillas, guinea pigs and rats. Colours are assorted, bright and varied.
Why a rodent needs a hammock
Many rodents like to rest up high: they can see everything around them, which makes them feel calmer. A hammock gives your pet a soft, cosy spot above the cage floor and an extra "level" — more space without a bigger cage. According to the manufacturer, this kind of hideaway reduces stress and anxiety. Rats and chinchillas often sleep in hammocks in twos or threes, and climbing in is extra exercise too.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | hanging hammock |
| Size | 37×30 cm |
| Material | soft, breathable fabric |
| Attachment | to the cage bars |
| Care | machine-washable |
| For | hamsters, mice, chinchillas, guinea pigs, rats |
| Colour | assorted |
| Brand | TATRAPET |
Pros
- A soft place to rest. Breathable fabric, comfortable for sleeping.
- An extra level. More space in the cage.
- Strong fixings. Hold securely on the bars.
- Machine-washable. Easy to keep clean.
- Roomy. 37×30 cm fits several rats.
- Bright colours. Brighten up the cage.
Cons
- Fabric can be chewed. Check for loose threads and holes so your pet doesn't get tangled.
- Needs a big cage. 37×30 cm takes up a lot of a hamster's or mouse's space.
- Guinea pigs don't climb. Hang it just above the floor for them.
- No colour choice. Supplied in assorted colours.
How to hang it
Attach the hammock by all its fixings so it hangs level and doesn't tilt under your pet's weight. Choose the height by species: higher up for rats and chinchillas, next to a shelf or ladder, and low above the floor for guinea pigs and hamsters so they aren't hurt if they fall. Don't hang it directly above the water bottle or food bowl, as debris will fall in. With several pets, hang it so it can be reached from different sides to reduce squabbles over space.
Care and washing
A hammock soon absorbs smells, so wash it every 1–2 weeks, and straight away if it gets dirty. Use a mild, unscented detergent and rinse well, as strong smells frighten rodents. It's handy to have two hammocks: one in the cage and one drying after washing. Inspect the fabric after each wash — if holes or loose threads appear, it's time to replace it, as your pet could catch a paw.
Which rodents like it best
Rats and chinchillas love hammocks most: they're agile climbers and spend a lot of time in them. Hamsters usually prefer houses and burrows, but some happily sleep in a hammock, especially if it hangs low. For chinchillas the hammock needs to be sturdy — see chinchillas: care and feeding. Guinea pigs are more comfortable on a soft bed on the floor — more in guinea pig care and feeding.
Setting up the cage
A hammock is only part of a cosy cage. Rodents need a house or hideaway, bedding, a water bottle, a bowl and things to wear down their teeth. For water, the TATRAPET Jumbo 250 ml hanging bottle keeps bedding dry. For how to set up a hamster cage, see hamsters: care and feeding.
Who it suits
Owners of rats, chinchillas, degus and other climbing rodents, as well as hamsters in a roomy cage, who want to give their pet a soft place to rest. More accessories are in the ferret and rodent accessories section.
Verdict
The Tatrapet Jumbo Hammock 37×30 cm is a soft, roomy hammock in breathable fabric with strong fixings and machine washing. Rats and chinchillas, which love resting up high, will especially like it. The downsides are that the fabric can suffer from teeth, and for a hamster or mouse it's quite large and needs a big cage.
FAQ
What size is it?
37×30 cm.
Is it machine-washable?
Yes, the manufacturer allows it.
How does it attach?
With strong fixings to the cage bars.
Is it suitable for a hamster?
Yes, if the cage is roomy and the hammock hangs low.
Is it suitable for a guinea pig?
Yes, but hang it just above the floor: guinea pigs don't climb.
Will several rats fit?
Yes, 37×30 cm is enough for several animals.
What colour is it?
Colours are supplied at random.
How often should it be washed?
Every 1–2 weeks and whenever it gets dirty.
