All About Rats: The Ultimate Care Guide
Rats are intelligent, affectionate, and highly social animals that make fantastic pets. They are easy to train, enjoy interacting with their owners, and thrive in a well-enriched environment. If you’re considering adding a pet rat to your family, here’s everything you need to know.
Are Rats Right for You?
Rats are perfect pets for those who appreciate their intelligence, playfulness, and affectionate nature. They require daily social interaction, mental stimulation, and proper care to thrive. If you’re looking for a small pet with a big personality, a rat might be the perfect choice!
Housing your Rats
Rabbits need a spacious enclosure, whether it’s a large indoor pen or a secure outdoor hutch. They should have enough space to move freely, stretch, and stand on their hind legs. Soft bedding, hideouts, and chewable toys help create a comfortable environment. Rabbits also need daily supervised time outside of their enclosure to exercise.
Diet & Nutrition
A balanced rat diet includes high-quality rat pellets, fresh vegetables, and occasional treats such as fruits, grains, and nuts. Avoid processed foods, sugary snacks, and anything toxic like onions, garlic, or chocolate. Fresh water should always be available in a bottle or dish.
Socialisation & Enrichment
Rats are highly social and should always be kept in pairs or small groups to prevent loneliness. Regular handling helps them become tame and affectionate. Provide a variety of toys, tunnels, and opportunities for free-roaming playtime outside of their cage under supervision.
Health & Care
Regular health checks are essential for pet rats. Look out for respiratory issues, overgrown teeth, or lumps. Keeping their cage clean will help prevent illness. Rats are very clean animals, so they do not require baths, but gentle brushing can help keep their coats tidy.
Food & Treats
We have a wide range of nutritious food & treats for all of your small animals
Toys & Enrichment
Find the perfect toys & enrichment to keep you furry little friends entertained all day long.
Hutches & Cages
We have suitable Hutches & Cages for indoors or outdoors.
Straw & Hay
We have an ever growing selection of straw, hay & bedding, to keep your fluffy friends safe, warm and healthy.
Grooming
We have a large selection of small animal grooming and accessories.
Some of our trusted brands for our Small Animals
Just a few of the trusted brands we stock in our stores.
