In reply to:
>My wonder is - who makes good ramp covers, and do they cover that gap
>at the top between the ramp and the cage?

I like the Ferret Nation. But with all of it's wires, gaps, and
spaces - they really need to start making it with the FERRETS in mind.

I have three -2-level Ferret Nation cages. I put carpet remnants on all
the shelves and underneath the remnants I tuck a baby blanket, pulling
it through the wires underneath. I cut off the sleeves off old
sweatshirts, slip them over the ramps fold them over the hooks on top
and attach them to the ramps. Also safety pin them underneath to make a
tighter sleeve. Keeps their little feet and paws from catching in any
of the gaps. I eventually throw out the carpet remnants and buy new.

I do agree however, that it would be nice if they came with some sort
of custom-made washable cloth covers.

In terms of this comment:

>Has anyone tried to take out the plastic insert? It's much easier to
>just take the shelf out and wash the whole thing by the time you do
>take it out. And then you don't have to worry about the plastic
>breaking in half.

I gave up on taking those inserts out long ago. I use baby wipes to
clean them daily on the level the litter box is on - the only one
without carpeting. They clean every little bit up and are non-toxic.
They can also be used for the cage bars if they get soiled. I buy
baby wipes by the case because I go through so many.

I've tried all kinds and the ones I like the best are the ones Wal-Mart
sells in the pharmacy section NOT the baby section. They are the
Equate, unscented, Ultra Soft Cloths with a teddy bear logo. They are
thick, always nice and damp and will absorb pee on the carpet instantly
and will also pick up poop quite well.

Another non-toxic excellent cleaning product for accidents on the
carpet is Pet Stain & Odour Remover by NatureClean. Its hypoallergenic,
non-toxic and biodegradable. Its also miraculous - you just spray the
stain and in 48 hours its gone! No blotting, wiping or anything. The
ingredient is deionised water and hydrogen peroxide.

Some ideas for consideration....

Tressie A. Dutchyn, PhD (c)
Dalhousie University 
Research Associate, Community Health & Epidemiology 
 
http://port.mcgill.ca/dutchyn.htm

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