Housing — species-specific needs?
Cage size, enrichment, and environment vary by species.
Housing — purpose?
Environment for small mammal care.
Diet — key for herbivores?
High-fiber hay, low-calcium greens, and balanced pellets.
Enrichment — role?
Stimulates natural behaviors, promotes health.
Enrichment — purpose?
Stimulates natural behaviors, prevents boredom, promotes health.
Vertical Space — importance?
Allows climbing, meets arboreal needs.
Torpor — description?
Reduced physiological activity for survival.
Substrate — function?
Absorbs waste, comforts, encourages natural behavior.
Temperature — ideal range?
65-85°F to prevent stress.
Escape-proof cage — necessity?
Prevents escapes, ensures safety.
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