Kaytee Run About Ball Led 7"

Overview

The Kaytee Run-About Ball LED 7" is an illuminated exercise ball that encourages healthy, secure activity for hamsters, gerbils, and other small pets. Featuring built-in LED lights that create a fun light show as your pet runs, this durable ball provides interactive entertainment while serving as a safe temporary holding area during cage cleaning.

Key Features & Benefits

• Built-in LED lights for visual excitement and easy tracking—creates light show as pet runs, easier to locate in dark rooms
• Encourages healthy exercise in a secure environment—allows pets to explore safely
• 7" diameter—ideal for Syrian hamsters and gerbils (not for dwarf hamsters—use 5" size)
• Durable plastic construction with a little "give" for comfort—won't hurt paws like hard plastic
• Makes a great temporary holding area during cage cleaning—keeps pet safe while you work
• Provides interactive fun for both pet and owner—entertaining to watch
• Easy-open secure lid prevents escapes—twist-lock design
• Smooth-rolling design for indoor use—works best on hard floors, carpets may impede rolling
• Ventilation slots provide airflow during exercise
• Battery-powered LED system (batteries typically included)

Specs

• Diameter: 7 inches
• Recommended for: Hamsters, gerbils, and similar-sized small animals
• Materials: Durable plastic with LED lighting system
• Colors: Available in various colors (varies)

How to Use

Place your hamster or gerbil inside the ball and secure the lid by twisting until it clicks. Set on a flat, safe surface away from stairs, other pets, or hazards. Supervise your pet during use—never leave unattended. Limit sessions to 10-15 minutes to prevent exhaustion, stress, or overheating. Provide water after exercise. Remove pet and return to habitat. Clean ball with pet-safe cleaner between uses.

Size Guide

• 5" ball: Dwarf hamsters and mice
• 7" ball: Hamsters and gerbils
• 11.5" ball: Rats and chinchillas

Safety

Always supervise pets during use—do not leave alone. Keep away from stairs, water, direct sunlight, other pets, and young children. Limit exercise sessions to 10-15 minutes maximum to prevent overheating, dehydration, and stress. Watch for signs of distress (frantic running, trying to escape, freezing). Not recommended for very young, elderly, or sick hamsters. Clean regularly to maintain ventilation. Some hamsters may not enjoy exercise balls—respect your pet's preferences.