Oxbow Enriched Life Small Animal Play Table

Interactive Wooden Platform with Replaceable Hanging Toys for Small Animals

Product Description

The Oxbow Enriched Life Play Table is a multi-functional wooden platform designed for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, and small animals. Features replaceable dangling toys made from natural wood and sisal rope, encouraging chewing, climbing, and exploration. This interactive table provides essential daily enrichment promoting natural behaviors while supporting mental and physical well-being through diverse engagement opportunities throughout the day.

Benefits

• Interactive Design: Encourages natural exploration, chewing, and active play behaviors.
• Supports Dental Health: Natural wood materials promote healthy chewing, wearing down continuously growing teeth.
• Prevents Boredom: Engages pets' minds and bodies, reducing boredom-related stress and destructive behaviors.
• Customizable Entertainment: Replaceable danglies add variety, maintaining sustained engagement and novelty.
• Multi-Functional Platform: Supports climbing, hiding, playing, and exploring natural instincts.

Materials Used

• Untreated Wood Construction: Natural wooden posts and base made with pet-safe materials and non-toxic glue.
• Sisal Rope Danglies: Natural sisal fiber attachments are safe for small animals to chew.

Features

• Wooden Post Base: Sturdy construction provides a stable platform for safe climbing and exploration.
• Replaceable Dangling Toys: Interchangeable toys made from wood and sisal maintain engagement and novelty.
• Multiple Activity Zones: Supports chewing, climbing, and exploring throughout the table platform.
• Veterinarian-Approved: Developed with guidance from leading veterinarians and nutritionists.
• Safe Construction: Free from harmful chemicals and made with food-safe materials throughout.

How to Use

Specifications

• Dimensions: Approximately 11" W x 11" D x 12" H (platform base, wood posts, hanging toys)
• Materials: Untreated wood, sisal rope, non-toxic glue
• Suitable For: Rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, rats, gerbils, small animals
• Replaceable Toys: Includes interchangeable wooden and sisal dangling attachments

Usage Instructions

• Placement: Set the play table on a flat, stable surface within your pet's enclosure.
• Initial Introduction: Allow your pet time to explore and discover the table naturally.
• Encourage Interaction: Watch as pets climb, chew, and play with dangling toys independently.
• Supervise Initially: Monitor first interactions, ensuring safe engagement with the platform and hanging toys.
• Toy Rotation: Replace worn danglies with fresh hanging toys, maintaining engagement and novelty.

Additional Information

Care Instructions

• Regular Inspection: Check weekly for damage, loose components, or structural wear affecting safety.
• Replace Worn Toys: Remove and replace deteriorated dangling toys when showing wear or damage.
• Store Safely: Keep in a dry location, protecting the wood's integrity when the toy is not in use.
• Monitor Consumption: Watch that primary interaction is play and chewing rather than consumption.
• Clean Debris: Remove wood shavings and sisal debris regularly from habitat areas.

Safety Instructions

• Always Supervise: Supervise your pet during playtime, especially during the initial introduction period.
• Check Structural Integrity: Regularly inspect for damage, loose joints, or deteriorating components.
• Remove Damaged Toys: Discontinue use immediately if danglies show damage, creating choking hazards.
• Proper Size Match: Ensure table height and dangly placement suit your specific small animal species.
• Prevent Entanglement: Monitor that the sisal rope doesn't become wrapped around the pet's neck or limbs.

Shipping & Return

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the Play Table provide enrichment compared to other small animal toys?

Ans: The Play Table combines multiple enrichment benefits – climbing, chewing, exploring, and playing – in one interactive platform. Replaceable dangling toys maintain sustained novelty and engagement. The multi-level design encourages physical activity, and natural wood materials support dental health while engaging natural instincts.

Q2: Are the replaceable dangling toys easy to exchange or replace?

Ans: Yes, dangly toys are designed for simple replacement. As toys wear out or your pet loses interest, swap them with fresh attachments, maintaining engagement. The replacement system keeps enrichment fresh without requiring complete toy replacement.

Q3: What size small animals is the Play Table appropriate for?

Ans: The table is suitable for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, and similar-sized small animals. Ensure your pet's size is appropriate for the platform height and dangly toy reach before purchase. Larger animals may need additional supervised use.

Q4: Can the Play Table be used in both indoor cages and outdoor enclosures?

Ans: The Play Table works well in indoor habitats and protected outdoor areas. Protect from excessive moisture and direct rain that could damage the wood's integrity. Store indoors when not in use and during harsh weather.

Q5: How long do the dangling toys typically last before needing replacement?

Ans: Duration varies based on chewing intensity and play habits. Active chewers may need replacement within weeks, while light users might enjoy toys for several weeks. Inspect regularly and replace when showing significant wear or damage.

Q6: Is the Play Table stable enough for larger rabbits and guinea pigs?

Ans: Yes, sturdy wooden construction provides stability for standard-sized rabbits and guinea pigs. However, very large or exceptionally heavy animals may benefit from additional stability measures. Monitor usage with larger pets.

Q7: Can I clean the Play Table if it gets soiled or dusty?

Ans: Wipe with a damp cloth to remove dust and debris, then air dry completely. Avoid soaking or excessive water that could damage the wood's integrity. Minor cleaning maintains hygiene without compromising structural quality.

Q8: What should I do if my pet shows limited interest in the Play Table?

Ans: Place fresh treats on or near the table to encourage exploration. Some pets need time to discover interactive toys; reintroduce after several days. Position near favorite habitat areas increases the likelihood of discovery and engagement.

Q9: Is the Play Table suitable for senior or less active animals?

Ans: Yes, the table accommodates different activity levels well. Senior pets can engage at their own pace without requiring vigorous play. The platform supports gentle exploration and occasional chewing, providing mental stimulation suited to lower activity levels.

Q10: How does regular enrichment with the Play Table improve my pet's overall well-being?

Ans: Daily enrichment engagement prevents boredom-related stress, supports natural behaviors, improves mental health, encourages physical activity, and strengthens dental health. Combined, these benefits significantly enhance the overall quality of life and behavioral wellness in small animals.