Hamsters-Cages.blogspot.com Posting Plan

Question: What does a young and growing blog need?
Answer: Practical guidance from bloggers who have achieved a reasonable amount of success.

After doing some research and reading, the advice I received today is:
Come up with a 'posting plan' for my blog.

What are the benefits of having a posting plan?

• To have a steady stream of ideas that are ready to be developed into useful blogposts.
• To give readers a feeling of certainty about what to expect. (When is the next post? What is the next post about, etc)
• To give myself some structure and discipline about how often to post.
• When I have a schedule, it's easier to move forward with other projects and tasks because I can relax knowing that there's a time and place for everything and that everything that needs to be done will get done.

After some consideration, having 'Themed Days' seems to be a good idea. I can have :

1. Hamster-Related Fact of the Week | Hamster Fact of the Day | Trivia | General Knowledge
2. Hamsters Cages Photo of the Week or Day
3. Hamsters Cages Tip / Idea of the Week or Day
4. Hamster Cages Offer of the Month!
5. Hamster Cages Insight of the Day / Week (focusing on a particular hamster cage - specific reviews; real photos of the cage with hamsters inside posted by actual hamster owners, not stock photos) | Hamsters Cages Highlight of the Week

Other interesting ideas worth developing are:

• Interview of the Week with Hamsters Owners
• Cool Cage for Hamsters Idea
• Videos of Funny / Cute Hamsters
• Polls - about what are the most popular hamster cages for Syrian and Dwarf hamsters
• Share Your Idealistic Hamster Cage Dreams
• Suggested Hamster Article / Website

The possibilities are endless!
 Hopefully, after creating this posting plan for Hamsters-Cages.Blogspot.com, this blog will blossom into a healthy, useful and well-loved space for hamster lovers. :)

Is there something you would like to see featured on our blog?
Feel free to comment and let us know!

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• The first post ever on our blog: http://hamsters-cages.blogspot.com/2010/05/hamsters-cages-how-to-choose-hamster.html

Came across this great article about how to catch a mouse without
a mousetrap [http://glass.typepad.com/journal/2005/09/how_to_catch_a_.html]
and simply had to share it here because it's so relevant to
how to catch an escaped hamster. (Yes, it can happen even with the best
of hamsters cages at times.. which is why it's so important to assess the safety
of your hamsters cages)

A picture speaks a thousand words...

How to Catch an Escaped Hamster

[photo credit: http://glass.typepad.com/journal/2005/09/how_to_catch_a_.html]

This method makes more sense to me than what I've
read from other articles and forums even. Everyone talks
about the ramp method but my question is always...

"How's the hamster going to smell the food all the way in the bucket?"

The method she describes soothes the doubts in my mind because
it's now possible to put the bait (hamster treats) at the TOP of the ramp,
not at the bottom of the pail/bucket.


 [photo credit: http://glass.typepad.com/journal/2005/09/how_to_catch_a_.html]

Using an additional tunnel (toilet roll), put the food inside and place it
at the top of the ramp so that it tips over once the hamster gets in it.
(Doesn't it just make more sense to you too?)

Summary of How to Catch an Escaped Hamster

[I quote]:

1. Get a toilet paper tube and crease two lines to form a flat sided tunnel.
   
2. Put a treat on one end of the tube: A cracker and dab of peanut butter works great.
   
3. Get a tall (at least 20 inches) bucket. A trash can works well.
   
4. Balance the tube precariously on the edge of a table or counter with the treat hanging directly over the tall sided receptacle.
   
5. The mouse will scurry to the treat (they like tunnels) and fall into the trap.

[end quote]

Wishing your hamster returns safely home soon!

P.S. Hammu ran away thrice in his lifetime and he always came back
for Sunflower Seeds. If you're still not sure what your hamster's favourite
treats are, you can also try using Mealworms (our female Roborovski hamsters prefer this).
Otherwise, something Sweet like yoghurt drops or fruit might do the trick. Good luck!

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Hamsters Cages - How to Choose a Hamster Cage in 5 Easy Steps

How to Choose a Hamster Cage  - 5 Simple Steps to Help You Buy Cheap and Good Hamsters Cages

What happens when you Google 'hamster cages'? Millions of search results appear. Follow these 5 simple steps to navigate your way through the huge variety of hamsters cages being bought and sold on the Internet... Buy a cage that's the right size, is easy to clean, safe, looks great and go easy on your bank account too! Let's get started! I'm excited for you and your pet hamster..

(Note: After LOTS of painstaking research looking through tons of websites, here's the best sales offers we've seen on the Internet for new Rotastak, Ferplast, Habitrail, Crittertrail hamsters cages. Includes Free Delivery within UK. Click here.)

Step 1. Decide on which hamster cage SIZE to buy.

Did you know there's a minimum cage size you should get according to your hamster's breed? Keep your hamster happy by giving it enough space to run around and still have room for its toys.

Experienced owners recommend:

1. Syrians hamsters cages - at least H12" x W12" x D24" (H30.5 x W30.5 x D61cm)
2. Dwarf hamsters cages - at least H16" x W16" x D20" (H40 x W40 x D50) for 2 dwarfs

Keep in mind how big your hamster will be when it grows into an adult and whether more than one hamster will be living together in the same cage. (Note that adult Syrian hamsters need to live alone.)

(Visit here for more information on what cage size to get for two dwarf hamsters) 

Step 2. Decide what TYPE or types of hamster cages you prefer.

There are 6 general types of hamsters cages. Each has its advantages and disadvantages.

1. Wire hamsters cages
2. Fully Plastic hamsters cages
3. Bin/tub cage
4. Plastic top and base with wire sides
5. Glass hamster cages / Glass tanks
6. Acrylic hamster cages / Acrylic tanks 

Step 3. Assess how SAFE the hamster cage is.

• Will it hurt itself if it falls down? Hamsters might jump from a high place when startled.
• Are there places where your hamster might get stuck?
• Are there sharp or rough edges where your hamster might cut itself?
• Can other pets potentially reach your hamster and harm it?
• Is the cage door tight enough? Some hamsters, especially Syrian hamsters are very good at unlatching their cage doors.
• Are there potential places your hamster can escape from?
• Does it give your hamster enough ventilation? Hamsters can fall sick or die from overheating.
• Will it protect your hamster from cold drafts? Hamsters can fall ill or die if the temperature changes a lot in a short period of time.

Step 4. Assess how EASY TO CLEAN this hamster cage is.

 
Is it easy to disassemble and reassemble? While it's recommended that you need to clean the cage at least once a week, it makes more sense to clean or refresh your hamster's cage when it starts to give off an unpleasant smell. Choosing a cage that allows you to do this easily helps you to give your pet a clean and hygienic environment.

Step 5. Find out What OTHER OWNERS Have to Say about the hamster cage you want to buy.

The easiest way is to visit a website that sells hamsters cages and read the customer reviews and comments.

Here are some reliable sites that have sold to many customers, offer a cheap price, and include discounts like free delivery:

• [UK] *http://www.Petplanet.co.uk (*highly recommended: the cheapest site for new Rotastak, Habitrail, Ferplast, CritterTrail cages + customers give the most honest reviews we've seen so far!)
• [UK] Amazon.co.uk (many suppliers to choose from, can be confusing.)
• [UK] Ebay.co.uk (can be quite confusing and reviews are not very specific.)
• [US] Ebay.com (beware hidden delivery shipping charges)
• [US] Amazon.com

If there's more than one cage that you like and you need even more help to choose a hamster cage, why not use a scoring system? Give the hamsters cages you like a score from 1 to 5 each in the area of

• size,
• safety,
• easy-to-clean,
• price.

Relax and invest your money in those hamsters cages that scores the highest.

Wishing you and your hamsters fun, health and happiness!

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• Where to get the guaranteed Best Price for Rotastak, Habitrail, CritterTrail, Ferplast hamster cages, and much, much more 'On Sale' + Free Delivery included?