Top 10 Reasons to Hide  

Many small pets are burrowing animals by nature. HIDEAWAYS ARE BENEFICIAL, if not essential, for the mental and physical well-being of small animals. That’s because they:

1. Satisfy the animal’s natural instinct to burrow, hide and rest in a sheltered, protected area.

2. Help relax nervous, tired or stressed animals.

3. Provide a retreat when the animal doesn’t want to be touched or wants to sleep, or eat in private.

4. Create a sense of safety, security and well-being, which can help reduce biting or other aggressive behaviors.

5. Provide environmental enrichment, encourage play and aid in relieving cage boredom.

6. Prevent damage to your furniture and other belongings.

7. Satisfy chewing and foraging instincts, if the hideaway is edible, and help keep teeth worn down.

8. Provide a dark, private place for nocturnal animals to sleep during the day.

9. Offer a place to store excess food and sleep after a large meal.

10. Pets that feel secure in their environments will be healthier, happier pets.