How Do You Build A Squirrel Cage For A Red Fox Squirrel?
Red fox squirrels are tree squirrels that require a tall cage for a habitat. A recommended size is 4 feet by 6 feet by 6 feet tall to give the squirrels room to climb and play as in a natural setting. The addition of branches, shelves and a nesting box in a squirrel cage will help mimic a woodland environment. Measure the inside of the pre-made pan and cut hardware cloth with wire cutters to fit each of the four sides. The measurements will be slightly smaller than the 4-foot by 6-foot exterior size. Cut two pieces for each side to use for the sides and obtain a 6-foot height by stacking with double-tall sides. Place four of the sides inside of the metal base pan. Connect them together using cage clips and cage clip pliers on the corners where the sides meet. Spacing the clips 3 inches apart on each corner will provide stability. Attach each of the additional four sides one at a time on top of the bottom four sides with cage clips. Drill a hole in the center of the base pan on each sid
