Mouse Wheels

Every mouse habitat needs a mouse wheel, along with various other activities for play and fitness. Chewy carries some of the best mouse wheels available, along with a variety of rolling mouse ball toys and mouse tunnel play tubes for added workout options.

Small animal wheels come in two main styles: the traditional ferris wheel-shaped design and the flatter, saucer-style wheels. Traditional wheels come in a variety of sizes, styles and materials, and you can choose from free-standing or cage mounted designs, solid-surface or wire construction and sizes ranging from small to large. The best wheel for your mouse will be big enough to let him run without arching his back, with a solid or fine mesh surface that protects his feet and tail from the injuries that wire bars can cause. Saucer or treadmill-style wheels provide a naturally flatter and usually solid running surface, but you still need to make sure your wheel is big enough that your mouse can run without twisting his body. Whichever style you pick, make sure to get a quiet mouse wheel to avoid disruptive squeaking while you're trying to relax or sleep.

Exercise balls are another great way to let your mouse get in some healthy running, and you'll find lots of good options to choose from. The best mouse balls feature transparent construction, so your mouse can see where he's going, and enough space that he doesn't have to contort while running and risk back or tail injury. Tunnels can also be set up to provide space to run, and the best mouse tunnels for sale will be wide enough to allow airflow and made of a chew-resistant, easy-to-clean material.

You can get a mouse cage that comes equipped with a wheel and/or tunnels, but always make sure they're adequately sized and ventilated to allow your mouse (or mice) to play safely. You can encourage other forms of healthy exercise by providing mouse toys in the cage for your pet, and you'll find that your mouse loves to tunnel and play in his mouse bedding, as well. Mouse chew toys, will also provide a good workout for your rodent's teeth, and activity center toys with lots of chew surfaces can help with both mental and dental health. Whatever mouse supplies you need to keep your little friend happy and healthy, you can find them at Chewy.com. Shop our great mouse wheel selection and start building the perfect playground for your mouse!