9 DIY Hamster Toys You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

Hamsters sure do love to play! Once your hamster’s cage is complete, it’s time to think about providing them with enrichment activities. There’s plenty of options for making toys to keep your furry little friend entertained.

From boredom breaker toys that will encourage your hamster to forage for their food, to cute little donut tunnels that provide them with a safe spot to hide, there are so many different options out there!

We’ve rounded up our favorite nine DIY creations — and there are seriously creative hamster owners out there!

For those looking to learn how to make hamster toys, this is great news! All of these DIY hamster toys require minimal equipment and DIY skills. So even if you have never attempted a DIY project before, we reckon that these are the perfect ones to start with!

We’ve listed the materials and tools that you’ll need for each project, most of which should be easily found in your house already. Don’t forget that if you’re going to use anything with paint, you need to select a pet-safe and non-toxic brand that’s safe for hamsters.

#1: Cute Popsicle Fort From Pinterest

Skill Level: Beginner

This simple Popsicle Fort from Pinterest is a great idea for providing a cozy elevated hideaway for your hamster. All you’ll need is Popsicle sticks and non-toxic glue before you let your imagination run wild! This is a great project for kids to get involved with too.

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#2: Easy Cardboard Hamster Wheel

Skill Level: Beginner

If your hamster loves their wheel, this YouTube tutorial from Mr. H2 for an easy cardboard hamster wheel will keep them entertained for hours. Made using basic materials, this wheel can be made in just a short amount of time, and your hamster will enjoy it for much longer!

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#3: Popsicle Pallet Swing From Pinterest

Skill Level: Beginner

Pallet swings are one of our favorite things, so why not treat your hamster to a miniature version using this design on Pinterest! This cute swing is another extremely easy project to make, and it’ll only be a couple of hours before your hamster can be hanging out on their new toy.

• • See also: What Do Hamsters Like to Play With?

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#4: Paper Mache Igloo House From The Secret Life of My Hamster

Skill Level: Beginner

If your hamster loves hiding away while they sleep or snack on hidden food, this paper mache igloo from The Secret Life of My Hamster is a great way to give them a safe place to sleep, play, and eat! This is another easy project that’s suitable for kids. Once you’ve made the mold, you can create multiple igloos if you have more than one hamster.

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#5: Cardboard Beehive Hideout on Pinterest

Skill Level: Beginner

Another cheap and cheerful option for your hamster is this cute little hanging beehive from Pinterest. Simply made from layering circles of cardboard, your hamster will enjoy playing in this hidey-hole as it swings from side to side.

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#6: Boredom Breaker Food Ball and More From Victoria Raechel

Skill Level: Beginner

This YouTube video from Victoria Raechel includes plenty of great ideas on how to make hamster toys. Each DIY toy idea is sure to keep your hamster entertained. Most of them involve encouraging your hamster to forage for their food rather than eating it straight from a bowl. You won’t need any complicated equipment to get these boredom breakers set up either!

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#7: DIY Donut Tunnel by Erins Animals

Skill Level: Beginner

This extremely cute DIY Donut Tunnel from Erin’s Animals is another easy project that only needs minimal materials to create a fabulous toy for your hamster. Through the YouTube tutorial, Erin explains how you can adapt the size of this donut tunnel to suit your particular hamster.

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#8: DIY Paper Mache Hamster Playground by Victoria Raechel

Skill Level: Beginner to Medium

Let your imagination run wild when creating this DIY Paper Mache Hamster Playground. The YouTube tutorial by Victoria Raechel includes plenty of ideas about how to structure this to suit different sizes of hamsters. Of course, you can also paint this using non-toxic paint once the shape is complete.

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#9: Hamster Obstacle Course by DIY Hamster

Skill Level: Beginner

If you’ve got a particularly active hamster, then they’ll love this obstacle course from DIY Hamster.

Using Popsicle sticks, you can create jumps, ramps, and triangle hoops for your hamster to play with. Once your obstacle course is complete, you can use food rewards to train them to start enjoying running around this fun course!

So, there you have it! Learning how to make hamster toys is now simpler than ever! We hope you’re now feeling inspired to start creating.

There’s plenty of DIY options to choose from, so whether your hamster loves hunting for food or exercising outside their cage, there’s sure to be something to suit them.

Playing with your hamster is a great way to bond with them and get to know their character better, so don’t delay and choose your project now!