Night Quarters

As most caged animals tend to defecate in one area of the cage, sleeping areas and food placement should be set as far away as possible from the defecation area.

If animals are seen not to practise this sort of cage discipline, containers and bedding must be raised above floor level.

Water and food containers in bird cages should never be placed under perches.

All animals should have dry night quarters that protect them from weather extremes.

Big Cats

A big cat's transportation wagon may also serve as its night quarters. Bedding material such as dry straw or another suitable material that can be changed daily, will provide adequate insulation.

Dogs

Suitable bedding material must be provided for insulation and an area free of bedding must also be available for each dog.

Monkeys and Chimpanzees

A primates' transportation wagon may also be used as its night quarters. Bedding material must be provided for insulation. Suitable materials include dry straw and shredded newspaper.

Birds

Birds must have high perches and/or night boxes to provide shelter when they roost for the night. These should be set well away from the sides of the cage to prevent cage panic.

• Also see Housing and Display Housing