The Lost Hamster Alarm System

My hamster is an escape artist who managed to unlock her cage and escape into the crevices of the kitchen, presumably never to be found again. If your hamster is a little hoodini as well, don't give up hope! (And once you find the little bugger, try to figure out how they escaped and make sure it doesn't happen again)

I tried making traps and finally settled on using this method. (We ended up finding her).

Basically this is a food dish that sounds an alarm when your hamster tries get to the food. The alarm didn't scare away my hamster, but instead alerted me as to where she was. Setup only takes a few minutes and most of the items can be found in your home. The alarm is very effective. I'm not responsible if this doesn't work for you, but I truly hope it does. 

(By the way, this is my first instructable so constructive criticism is welcome! :) )

Materials you will need:
1. A cheap magnetic door/window alarm (I found some at the dollar store for $1 a unit. You can also get them online or at Walmart.)
2. A piece of cardboard
3. Double Stick Tape (optional) and Duct Tape
4. Hamster food (Whatever food your hamster usually eats. If you know that there is a particular kind of food they enjoy, then use that.)
5. Peanut butter. (Be careful to use only a little peanut butter. Too much is bad for your hamster.)

Step 1 Assemble the Cardboard Food Tray

Fold the cardboard in half, as demonstrated in the main image.

Comments

[xavec]

love it!

[slovesu]

Thanks! :)

[Cacotechny]

Simple, and effective. I'll end up using this to find out when my brother sneaks something from the fridge.

[slovesu]

Haha great idea.