Wheel y fit wheel

[GoosofCamelot]

I am on the hunt for buying another new wheel for the goos now, the pets at home ones are rubbish!! Didn't even last a year.

I've spotted a wheel on eBay called 'wheel y fit'.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WHEEL-Y-FIT-LARGE-HAMSTER-RAT-DEGU-STAINLESS-STEEL-QUITE-EXERCISE-WHEEL-STAND-/161326090328?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&hash=item258fc8c858

It says it's suitable for rats degus etc, but it is 8" 20cm, I thought a degu wheel had to be 11"?  Just thought I'd check here before I go buying anything     

[ntg]

You're right in thinking it's too small, the absolute min diameter should be 30cm/12 inches, although we encourage them to be bigger. Unfortunately, there aren't many wheels in the market that fit this criteria, apart from some that are sold in the US so postage can be pricey. Instead we tend to do a bit of diy using various materials. Check out the different how to guides here for some inspiration: deguworld.proboards.com/thread/15486/make-running-saucers-wheels-playpen

[Maravilla]

As ntg already mentioned, this wheel is far too small for degus, rats and large hamsters. It could be used for a small hamster but not for any bigger rodent. Unfortunately, sellers often state things that are not true just to sell their goods and people who are not informed believe these statements. So it is really good that you asked before spending money in something that would harm the health of your degus.

[GoosofCamelot]

I thought so! Thanks guys