Guinea Pigs Australia

Grids What are Grids? Grids or more commonly referred to as C & C (Cubes and Corflute) or corplast in America is becoming a more popular option for indoor cage design and structure. This innovative idea originated in America – please refer to Guinea Pig Cages for further information on how to construct, build and design your very own C & C cage. Benefits of C & C Cages: Adaptability: C & C cages can be wide, tall, or designed to fit any space. The key feature of these cages is the ability to create a space for your guinea pigs that can be altered or changed with ease. The easy to use lock in grids can create multi levels, ramps, hay racks, floor time areas or outdoor play pens. You have the ability to alter the cage to suit your guinea pigs changing needs and requirements. Space: A C & C cage has the benefit of providing adequate space, accessibility and enables you to provide your guinea pig with a stimulating, fun environment. Please see How Large for further information on size requirements. Please note – always calculate the space you provide your guinea pig by the inside area not the outside. The inside area of your cage is where your guinea pigs will be housed hence this is a much more accurate measurement of the size available to them. Accessories: Grids can be altered to make hay racks, play pens by cable tying them together, tunnels and futons. Please see our Cage Accessories page for ideas. Decorative: Grids can be purchased in numerous colours and contact paper can be used to create a decorative border by adhering to corflute. Themes for your cage can be a fun way to get the family involved in caring for your cavy. Supplies and Availability Always ensure that the inner square or grid is not larger than 3.80cm. In Australia there are numerous locations where grids can be purchased. Please see our list of suppliers below with the inclusion of New Zealand: Australia Bunnings: Regularly supply grids in a 5 pack set with connectors. They are called Ibex Cubes. These grids are suitable for a C & C Cage however the coating is a thick white plastic which some guinea pigs may chew. May be quite expensive for only 5 grids. Cost: $8.49 Reject shop: These grids come in either white or black and are called "stack and rack". They come in a set of 23 grids with 24 connectors. Not always available, hence it is best to contact your local store to enquire. Cost: $29.95 Big W: Coloured grids are also available at Big W called "Wire Storage Cubes". They come in a set of 16 grids with connectors. Colours in a set include yellow, red, green and blue. Please enquire at your local store as stocks are limited and some stored have discontinued this line. Cost: $14.83 ALDI: Aldi stores at times stock grids as part of their weekly specials. They come in a set of 16 grids with connectors, Black, silver and white coloured grids are available. Cost: $19.95 New Zealand: Payless Plastics: Multi coloured and plain grids are available. They come in a set of 16 grids with connectors. Please contact the store prior to purchase to ensure availability. Cost: $39.80 Online Stores Deals Direct: Come in Silver or Black. Sets of 16 grids with connectors. These grids are mesh grids only. For further information please Click here for details. Cost: $29.95 Ebay: Regularly have numerous grids available for purchase from private retailers. Please ensure you check the width of the grid - always ensure it is below 3.8cm each space. How to Build a C & C Cage For an excellent tutorial on how to build your very own C & C cage please see this video by Marquetc.

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