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Rat (Rattus norvegicus)
Description
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Rats are intelligent, extremely social and enjoy human interaction.
- - With proper socialization, rats are one of the most social and trainable companion animals
- - The naked tails of rats can be used to regulate their body temperature. Their tails are also used to provide balance and to communicate with each other
- - Rats are extremely clean pets
- - Rats are nocturnal, meaning they are most active at night; however, they can adjust to your schedule
- - Chew on objects to maintain incisor teeth, which grow continuously; ensure they have plenty of wood chew sticks or mineral chews
- - Rats can be kept in same-sex pairs that have been raised together. Different types of small animals should not be housed together
Specifications
| SKU | 291668 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Petco |
| Days to Ship | Item is not shippable |
Live Animal
| Pet Max Length | 8 IN |
|---|---|
| Special Diet | Omnivore |
| Scientific Name | Rattus norvegicus |
| Temperament | Bonded Pairs |
| Care Level | Easy |
A well-balanced rat diet consists of high-quality rat food or lab blocks and limited amounts of grain, vegetables and fruits. A limited amount of grain, vegetables, fruits or Timothy hay can be given daily but should not exceed 10% of their total diet. Vegetables and fruits not eaten within 24 hours should be discarded.
Do not feed chocolate, caffeine or alcohol as these can cause serious medical conditions. Avoid sugar and high fat treats.
