To use this habitat, first, place the food dish and water bottle in the cage. Then, put your small animal inside and let it get used to its new home. When you want to interact with your pet, open the front wire door or use the removable petting zone. Make sure to clean the cage regularly. During cleaning, you can put your pet in the removable petting zone. When connecting it to other CritterTrail habitats, use the CritterTrail Fun - nel accessories. Check the bar spacing regularly to ensure your pet's safety. Always keep fresh food and water in the cage for your small animal.