How to Build an Indoor Habitat for a Pet Squirrel

Squirrels can make wonderful pets if you adopt them at an early age. However, if you keep one in the house, you must give him his own space. Building an indoor habitat will provide him with a place to chill.

Things You'll Need

  • One inch non-sanded lumber
  • Saw
  • Hammer
  • Nails
  • Cloth (cotton or fleece)
  • Animal hammock
  • Animal toys
  • Wood chew
  • Jumbo animal exercise wheel
  • Glass, ceramic or stainless steel bowl
  • Shredded newspaper
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Instructions

    • 1

      Gather the necessary supplies to build a squirrel house. Cut entrance holes at least three inches in diameter. Nail corner walls together. Hinge at least one wall for caretaker access.

    • 2

      Provide the cage with a safe, cozy place for a pet squirrel to nest. Either a wooden nesting box or a small cardboard box with a hole for entry is appropriate. Cushion the nest with pieces of soft t-shirt or fleece cloth.

    • 3

      Furnish the cage with a hanging pet hammock, naturally stuffed pet toys, a hard wood chew and a bolted down jumbo animal exercise wheel.

    • 4

      Supply food and water bowls made of either glass, ceramic, or stainless steel. The squirrel may chew through anything that's plastic.

    • 5

      Garnish the floor of the squirrel house with shredded newspaper for waste matter absorption and cover

    • 6

      Instead of constructing a squirrel house, consider purchasing a pre-made animal cage of at least three feet tall such as an aviator or ferret cage with shelves and ladders. Animal cages may be purchased at a pet store or online.