Contrary to popular belief pet rats are not pets
that you can just keep in a cage and forget about. They are highly intelligent,
active, fun and very cute little critters. They need plenty of things to keep
them occupied when you are not around. They enjoy playing with toys with you and
on their own. It is also very important to have more than one rat, so that they
can keep each other company during the day.
So here is your ratty shopping list. First of all
we have the basics:
Large rat cage. Make sure the gaps are not too wide, or your rat may decide to
go walkabout.
water bottle
Food bowl and snack bowl (so you can separate sweet and savoury)
Bedding (I use old newspapers and shredded paper from work).
Rat
Food - a basic cereal/block which you can then add tasty snacks to, to spice
things up.
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But here are some more exciting things for your
rat:
Rat
hammock - Rats love to snuggle up in a bright, fleecy hammock. You can make
one, or buy one.
Igloo - Rats must have somewhere to hide away when the world gets a bit too
much. Put some comfy bedding inside to make a little sanctuary for ratty.
Kong Toy - Just use the ferret Kong toy. Fill it with some yummy rat friendly
food and it is a great way to keep your rat entertained when you are out.
Rat
litter tray - yes rats can be toilet trained and quite easily. You can get a
little corner tray to go in the corner of the cage, or just use a shoe box.
Put some of your rat's poop on the tray and place him in there. He will soon
get the message. It will make cleaning out a lot easier.
Chew toys - Rats love to chew and it is very good for their teeth. You can buy
fruit flavoured wooden chew toys that rats love.
Delicious food - Rats love all kinds of food. You can try various fruits, as
well as cooked pasta and rice and even eggs.
Rat
training - You can add variety to your rat's day by training him for 10
minutes a day. You can teach your rat to come when called, clap and even roll
over. All it takes is kindness and patience.
Rat
harness and lead - An interesting idea if your rat wants to see the outside
world.
Love. Yup that is the main thing. Give your rat a whole lot of love and he
will be a very happy ratty.
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