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Shopping list for your pet rat

Contrary to popular belief, pet rats are not pets that you can keep in a cage and forget about. They are very intelligent, active, funny and very cute little creatures. They need a lot of things to keep them busy when you are not around. They enjoy playing with toys with you and alone. It is also very important to have more than one rat, so they can keep each other company during the day.

So here is your shopping list. First of all we have the basics:

  • Large cage for rats. Make sure the spaces are not too wide, or your rat may decide to walk.
  • water bottle
  • Food bowl and snack bowl (so you can separate the sweet and the salty)
  • Bedding (I use old newspapers and shredded paper from work).
  • Rat Food – A staple cereal / block that you can then add tasty treats to to spice things up.

But here are some more exciting things for your rat:

  • Rat Hammock – Rats love to snuggle up in a shiny, fluffy hammock. You can make one or buy one.
  • Igloo – Rats must have a place to hide when the world gets too much. Put some comfortable bedding inside to make a little sanctuary for the tattered ones.
  • Kong Toy: Only use the Kong toy ferret. Fill it up with some delicious rat food and it’s a great way to keep your rat entertained when he’s out and about.
  • Rat Litter Tray – Yes, rats can learn to use the toilet and quite easily. You can get a small corner tray to place in the corner of the cage, or just use a shoe box. Put some rat poop on the tray and place it there. You will receive the message soon. It will make cleaning much easier.
  • Chew Toys – Rats love to chew and it’s great for their teeth. You can buy fruit-flavored 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 turn around. All it takes is kindness and patience.
  • Rat Harness and Leash – An interesting idea if your rat wants to see the outside world.
  • Love. Yes, that’s the main thing. Give your rat lots of love and he will be a very happy rat.

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