Small animal accessories
Rabbits, guinea pigs and other small pets need more setting up than their size suggests — a secure water bottle, comfortable bedding and something to chew or explore all matter for day-to-day welfare, not just appearance in the cage or hutch.
Water and feeding
A gravity water bottle, such as the Classic Crystal Deluxe Bottle, keeps water cleaner for longer than an open bowl, which small animals can tip over or foul with bedding, and is worth checking daily to make sure it is still dripping freely.
A dish like the Classic Colortone Midi suits dry food and treats, and having separate containers for water and food reduces the chance of one contaminating the other.
Bedding and comfort
Paper-based bedding, such as Safe Bed Paper Shavings or Back 2 Nature Animal Bedding, is generally more absorbent and less dusty than traditional wood shavings, which matters for animals with sensitive respiratory systems living in an enclosed hutch or cage.
Bedding needs changing regularly rather than topped up, since a damp or soiled base is uncomfortable and can encourage bacteria to build up faster than most owners expect, particularly in warmer months.
Toys and enrichment
Something to chew, like Happy Pet's Willow Sticks, is not just entertainment — many small animals, particularly rabbits and guinea pigs, have teeth that grow continuously and need regular gnawing to wear down naturally, alongside a hay-rich diet.
A Zorb N Orb or similar foraging toy encourages natural behaviours like digging and exploring, which helps prevent boredom in an animal that would naturally spend much of its day foraging in the wild rather than sitting in one spot.
In this section
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Adjustable Tortoise Harness and Lead
An adjustable harness and lead set sized for tortoises and turtles, for safe garden adventures.
£7.99
Four Flags Quick Ferret Muzzle — Grooming & Handling Aid
A temporary, reliable muzzle designed specifically for ferrets — useful for grooming, medicating, and routine handling.
£14.99
Hamster Exercise Ball
A clear rolling exercise ball that lets your hamster roam and stay active safely around the home, with ventilation slots and a secure lid. Supplied in a random colour.
£7.99
Rabbit No-Rinse Dry-Cleaning Foam
A no-rinse foam that gently cleans and freshens your rabbit's coat between full washes, no water needed.
£7.99
PawHut 12-Panel Small Animal Playpen for Guinea Pigs, 105cm, White
Twelve 45 x 35cm panels and multi-angle connectors that build a 105 x 105cm open pen at 45cm high, for evening floor time with guinea pigs or hedgehogs.
£35.99
Poultry Nappy Harness for Chickens, Ducks & Geese
A washable fabric nappy harness for house poultry, catching droppings to keep your home clean.
From£7.99
Hanging Cage Hammock for Small Pets
A soft sherpa-lined cage hammock that gives small pets a warm, lofted spot to curl up.
From£8.99
Selective Timothy Hay
UK-grown Timothy hay for rabbits and other small animals, for unlimited daily feeding
£9.99
Small Pet Carrier Shoulder Bag with Bubble Window
A ventilated travel carrier bag for hamsters, guinea pigs and other small pets, with a clear bubble window and breathable mesh panels. The adjustable shoulder strap makes outings and vet trips easy.
£13.99
Selective Naturals Woodland Loops
Dandelion and rosehip flavoured loop treats for rabbits, guinea pigs, degus and chinchillas
£3.99
Selective Naturals Orchard Loops
Apple-flavoured loop treats for rabbits, guinea pigs, degus and chinchillas
£3.99
Selective Naturals Meadow Loops
Pea-flavoured loop treats for rabbits, guinea pigs, degus and chinchillas
£3.99
Common questions
- How often should I clean a small pet's cage?
- A full clean and bedding change is generally needed weekly, with spot-cleaning of soiled areas in between. A damp or dirty base can encourage bacteria and become uncomfortable faster than it might look at first glance.
- Do rabbits and guinea pigs need chew toys?
- Yes, genuinely. Many small animals have teeth that grow continuously throughout their life, and regular gnawing on safe items like willow sticks helps wear them down naturally, alongside a good diet of hay.
- Is a water bottle better than a bowl for small pets?
- Generally yes, since a bottle keeps water cleaner for longer and is harder to tip over or foul with bedding. Check it daily to make sure the ball or nozzle is still working properly.
- What bedding is best for a small pet with a sensitive nose?
- Paper-based bedding is generally less dusty than traditional wood shavings and tends to suit animals with more sensitive respiratory systems better, though every animal is a little different in what it tolerates.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.