
MEET THE DEGU
Diet Difficulty
Lifespan

Medium

6 - 9 years
Degus are related to chinchillas and guinea pigs - and they all come from South America. Unlike most other pocket pets, degus are diurnal, meaning they are active during the day.
Good With Kids

Older/respectful children
Space Requirement

Medium
Time Needed Outside Cage

High
Potty Trainability

Medium
Care Difficulty

Medium
Cleanliness

Medium
Human Interaction Needs

High
Cuddliness

Medium
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ADOPTABLE DEGUS
ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Dimensions
One degu: 2 cubic ft
Two degus: 4 cubic ft
Three degus: 6 cubic ft
Other Notes
- Wire floors must be covered (we recommend fleece)
- No wire wheels
- Wheels must be at least 12”
- No wood bedding of any kind
- Bar spacing must be 1” or less (1/2" for small or baby degus)
Required Enrichment
Variety of chew toys (wood, lava, cardboard)
Ledges/levels
Hammocks
Hide (igloo, box, etc)
Toys
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