"Silencing" The Noisy Comfort Wheel!

So I thought for this entry, I'd show you how I "silenced" my 8.5" Comfort Wheel, it really helped me a lot, I could finally go to sleep without the noise of some bouncy wheel!  :P I've tried using a paper towel for this method, but that kept falling off and I had to constantly replace it which was a big pain in the butt!   

I had to find a way to cushion the wheel, so the bouncing doesn't vibrate against the back on the wheel down the stand. For some reason, "cushion" reminded me of cloth and I had a new dishcloth just lying around. So I cut a piece of it vertically, only a few inches in height  I folded it in half to make it a bit thicker, then twisted it and stapled the ends, Ellie has never got her teeth to touch the cloth , bit it your hamster finds a way to chew it, then perhaps sew the ends instead of using staples to be on the safe side.
Then wrap it around the axle (the space between the wheel and stand and tie the ends (or tuck the ends in) that stick out. See how your hamster runs on the wheel. 
MY first few tries, Ellie was struggling to run on her wheel because the wheel was too stiff against the cloth, so you may have to adjust the length of the cloth piece or retie it. I finally got it right and Ellie has no problem running, and I've never replaced the cloth since then, and it's been on for two months now! (of coarse I still remove the wheel to wash it but the cloth stays there like a stiff, smooched doughnut :P ) 

Here's a visual! 

I've bought some white Kaytee Clean n' Cozy and some treat mix before I realized the treat mix had dried leeks in it. Oh joy.  The Kaytee is okay, but not as soft nor as absorbent as BOXO. I've mixed the two together to get a nice bouncy bedding!  I've made some yummy baked banana treats for Ellie, but completely forgot to take pictures!  Next time I will though. :P

Enough blabbering, time for Ellie pictures! 

Ellie and her new eyebrow 


How I see Ellie everyday (She hates her hut, she prefers the corner more) ...




Ellie and her cheese teeth... (ugh, sorry for the darkness!) 


Ellie lying on the ground enjoying savouring her carrot.



Bye for now!  

Random Fact: If you were to spell out numbers, you would you have to go until 1,000 until you would find the letter "A".
I'll add another one, just for fun! 
Random Fact 2: Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite. Watch out, your hamster may be planning for an "explosive" escape! xD 

My Favourite Memes!

For some reason, I just can't get enough of memes (especially cat ones!), so I thought I'd make an off topic post about a few of my favourite memes! :D I'll share a few of my favourites:

You all know Grumpy Cat! 


You know how much pain there is when you step on Lego? A lot of pain :P


Hamster memes, DUH!






Some cat memes:




Lastly, some dog memes!








That's all for now folks! :D

Yummy Homemade Hamster Treat Recipe!

A lot of times, sugar is one of the first ingredients of pet store treats. It's rare to find a healthy treat, one that doesn't have artificial colours or those ingredients you have no clue of. Do you want a cheaper option, and one that is healthy for your furry friend? Then here's a recipe I've tried myself and are a big success with my hamsters. :)
*Remember treats should only be occasional, I only feed a treat like this every 1-2 months.

Hamster Cake

Check out this LINK for the recipe pictures and how to make "cake icing."

You Will Need:

• 1 Teaspoon Flour
• 1 Teaspoon broken plain (no flavour) Cheerios or sugar-free Corn Flakes
• 1 Teaspoon Shredded Carrots
• 1/4 Teaspoon honey (replace with olive oil for dwarfs)
• 1/4 Teaspoon smooth Peanut Butter (no added sugar or salt)
• 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda
• Splash of Water to hold the mix together

1. In a bowl, mix/mash in all the ingredients together with a fork. 
2. With your hands, form the dough into a ball (if sticky, add a bit of flour and if too dry, add a bit of water)
3. Oil a microwavable bowl lightly, and put the dough ball into it.
4. Microwave for 1-2 minutes (make sure to check in between times, as microwave power varies) It should be dry, use a toothpick and it should come out clean.

Your hamster will stuff his cheeks! ;D