I am also paranoid about whether or not my degus are getting enough water because I have had water bottles like and including the Super Pet clear view water bottle jam up or completely leak out.
If you push on the metal ball at the end of the spout, does a drop of water come off on your finger? If you get a good drop each time you push it, then I think it is producing enough water for your hamster. Also, what do you mean when you say you have it angled? The flat side of the bottle should be parallel to the cage.
What kind of cage is your hamster in? What is the water bottle like that came with the cage?
When I am very paranoid, I provide my degus with two water sources – either two different water bottles or a water bottle and a small bowl of water. (I use either one of their ceramic food bowls or a small custard dish from our kitchen). The bowl of water will need to be cleaned often because it becomes easily soiled but that way I know they have access to water.
Hope this helps.
If you push on the metal ball at the end of the spout, does a drop of water come off on your finger? If you get a good drop each time you push it, then I think it is producing enough water for your hamster. Also, what do you mean when you say you have it angled? The flat side of the bottle should be parallel to the cage.
What kind of cage is your hamster in? What is the water bottle like that came with the cage?
When I am very paranoid, I provide my degus with two water sources – either two different water bottles or a water bottle and a small bowl of water. (I use either one of their ceramic food bowls or a small custard dish from our kitchen). The bowl of water will need to be cleaned often because it becomes easily soiled but that way I know they have access to water.
Hope this helps.
