Hamster Wheel Running Disc – Silent, 3 Sizes
A quiet plastic hamster wheel running disc in 12cm, 14cm and 17.5cm. The disc shape gives a flatter running surface than an upright wheel.
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Hamster Wheel Running Disc – Silent, 3 Sizes
Hamsters run several kilometres a night, and a rattling wheel is the reason many owners end up moving the cage out of the bedroom. This hamster wheel is a running disc rather than an upright wheel: it is made of plastic, comes in 12cm, 14cm and 17.5cm, and the disc design keeps the running surface flat so there is less to wobble and knock against the cage bars.
Why pet owners choose it
- ✔ Disc design — flatter running surface than an upright wheel
- ✔ Three sizes — 12cm, 14cm and 17.5cm
- ✔ Quiet in use — less rattle against the cage at night
- ✔ Plastic build — wipes clean, does not soak up urine
- ✔ Blue or red — colours to suit your setup
At a glance
| Material | Plastic |
| Sizes | 12cm, 14cm, 17.5cm |
| Colours | Blue, red |
| Type | Running disc |
| Cleaning | Wipe with warm soapy water |
Which size does your hamster need?
Size matters more than most owners expect. A hamster should run with a straight back, not an arched one, so a Syrian needs the 17.5cm disc while dwarf hamsters are usually fine on the 12cm or 14cm. If your hamster’s spine curves upward while running, the disc is too small and you should move up a size. Check the disc is level in the cage too, since an uneven base is what usually causes noise.
Care
Wipe this hamster wheel down with warm water and mild soap every week or so, and dry it fully before putting it back. Plastic handles this well; a wheel left damp is the thing that starts to smell. Check the spindle and the running surface for cracks, and replace the disc if the surface becomes rough, because a scored surface can catch a small paw.
What’s in the box
1 x hamster wheel running disc in plastic, in your chosen size and colour.
Setting up a hamster cage? Browse our hamster exercise and enrichment toys, or see the quiet hamster wheel for an upright design.
For advice on hamster housing and exercise, see the RSPCA hamster care advice.
| Weight | 15 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 in |
| Material | plastics |
| Choice | yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
A Syrian hamster needs the 17.5cm disc; dwarf hamsters are usually fine on 12cm or 14cm. Your hamster should run with a straight back, not an arched one.
The running surface is flatter and the hamster runs more horizontally, which some owners find quieter than an upright wheel rattling on cage bars.
The disc design reduces rattle, but how quiet it is depends on it sitting level. A disc on an uneven base will still knock.
Yes, wipe it with warm water and mild soap and dry it thoroughly. Plastic does not absorb urine the way wood or fabric does.
If the running surface becomes rough, cracked or scored. A damaged surface can catch a small paw.
Most will once it is the right size. If it is too small, a hamster often ignores it rather than running on a curved back.
✔ Heavy glazed ceramic
✔ Non-slip, tip-resistant base
✔ Seven colours available
✔ Does not absorb odours
✔ Rinse-clean surface
• Press the bowl into the bedding so it sits level
• Rinse and refill daily
• Wash with warm soapy water every few days
• Avoid abrasive scourers on the glaze
• Check the rim for chips and replace if cracked
Hamster Wheel Running Disc – Silent, 3 Sizes
Hamsters run several kilometres a night, and a rattling wheel is the reason many owners end up moving the cage out of the bedroom. This hamster wheel is a running disc rather than an upright wheel: it is made of plastic, comes in 12cm, 14cm and 17.5cm, and the disc design keeps the running surface flat so there is less to wobble and knock against the cage bars.
Why pet owners choose it
- ✔ Disc design — flatter running surface than an upright wheel
- ✔ Three sizes — 12cm, 14cm and 17.5cm
- ✔ Quiet in use — less rattle against the cage at night
- ✔ Plastic build — wipes clean, does not soak up urine
- ✔ Blue or red — colours to suit your setup
At a glance
| Material | Plastic |
| Sizes | 12cm, 14cm, 17.5cm |
| Colours | Blue, red |
| Type | Running disc |
| Cleaning | Wipe with warm soapy water |
Which size does your hamster need?
Size matters more than most owners expect. A hamster should run with a straight back, not an arched one, so a Syrian needs the 17.5cm disc while dwarf hamsters are usually fine on the 12cm or 14cm. If your hamster’s spine curves upward while running, the disc is too small and you should move up a size. Check the disc is level in the cage too, since an uneven base is what usually causes noise.
Care
Wipe this hamster wheel down with warm water and mild soap every week or so, and dry it fully before putting it back. Plastic handles this well; a wheel left damp is the thing that starts to smell. Check the spindle and the running surface for cracks, and replace the disc if the surface becomes rough, because a scored surface can catch a small paw.
What’s in the box
1 x hamster wheel running disc in plastic, in your chosen size and colour.
Setting up a hamster cage? Browse our hamster exercise and enrichment toys, or see the quiet hamster wheel for an upright design.
For advice on hamster housing and exercise, see the RSPCA hamster care advice.
| Weight | 15 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 in |
| Material | plastics |
| Choice | yes |
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