Pet Rats *** pics now attached***

[Jules32]

Hi all

My 8 year old daughter has been nagging me for ages for pet rats, she saved up her money, we did our research and I made her write me an essay all about rats
cut a long story short we went to LOOK at some last night ( yeah right) we came home with two white rats, female.
I was just wondering if any of you own pet rats, its not something I have ever even considered before but the more I read the more I'm fascinated and can see us absolutely loving these little things.
Just wanted to see if anyone had any advice or tips that I may not have already read. its good to get other peoples perspectives I think.

[ziggyzag]

They are highly intelligent, you can train them to do lots of things, they love being carried around, we used to have a rat bag that they would sit in and look out (only in the house)
They love climbing, so lots of stuff in their cage.
They eat anything lol

[Jules32]

Thank you , we spent a small fortune on hammocks and different toys to rotate in their cage, they have a house each and a wheel. Really looking forward to teaching them some tricks I couldn't believe how clever they are.

[Lell]

My son had two pet rats when he was younger. They are really friendly, intelligent animals.

[ziggyzag]

Originally Posted by Jules32

Thank you , we spent a small fortune on hammocks and different toys to rotate in their cage, they have a house each and a wheel. Really looking forward to teaching them some tricks I couldn't believe how clever they are.

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There a lots of videos on you tube about pet rats and what they can be taught to do

[Omega1]

What are they called? I hope it’s not Bubonic and Plague!

[catherinesian]

I think they are the perfect pet for children - I haven't had any yet but I expect will end up adopting a couple at some point in my life

[wifey]

Just be aware they don’t have a long life span so enjoy them while you can. Have fun teaching them tricks and make sure they don’t eat through your cables if they do get loose.

[Guest]

Any chance of a photo?

I am not sure I could have a rat as a pet.

[Emmie2016]

My friend used to have pet rats, they would sleep behind your neck under your hair. Lively smart creatures. Love watching them when I go the pet shop. Sadly my rats would drive me batty if I got a rodent Haha.