I'm working on a set of videos about the new treadwheel because there are people that would be interested in a wheel this size for small animals. This looks like it is going to be way better than the best wheel currently available for hedgehogs - which I have one of them (and it's good, just too small). This new wheel is only an option for people that can commit to a generous cage size. Sophie has two 26" x 68" cages, which are connected with a bridge.

Once we get a little further into identifying and making needed adjustments I'll come back and post links. We're still a little early into testing to proceed with the videos just yet. Height from floor, angle of running surface . . . there are a lot of details that can impact acceptance by the animal. One little thing can make a big difference. Identifying those details with Sophie is especially difficult because because she considers her running to be a private, solitary activity.

This will only be night twelve, so plenty yet to observe and think about.My first choice for an upgraded solution is a different computer. Changes to the wheel design need to be very carefully considered. One little change could be a lot of trouble, and then there is the question of how many things will need to be adjusted because of the adjustment.

Here is a link to where we were last week, when we had nowhere to go but up. Last night was a great night for her. I am hoping tonight will build on that.
http://youtu.be/dih9VTV-KZc


She's a bit happier in this video taken during one of her mini-baths.
http://youtu.be/w_m2NfrJaWU

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