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Rat Rodents for sale in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

18 Rat Rodents for sale in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

The Rat, commonly known as the pet rat or fancy rat, originates from the domesticated form of the brown rat (*Rattus norvegicus*). In the UK, they are popular companions valued for their intelligence and sociable nature. Physically, rats come in various varieties including distinct coat colors such as black, beige, and chocolate, as well as patterns like hooded, Berkshire, and blazed. Notably, the dumbo rat variety is distinguished by its large, low-set ears, giving it a unique appearance. Temperament-wise, rats are friendly, curious, and highly social animals that thrive best when kept in pairs or groups. They exhibit no temperament difference tied to their variety; rather, personality is shaped by upbringing and environment. These pets are suitable for owners seeking engaging, interactive companions but require regular handling and stimulation. Care involves maintaining a clean cage, balanced diet, and ensuring social interaction. When looking for pet rats for sale in the UK, opting for reputable breeders or rescues is crucial to avoid less suitable feeder rats. Overall, the fancy rat is an affectionate and intelligent pet choice for those ready to provide proper care and companionship.

Rat rodents Rescue rat for adoption - Advert 1
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Rescue rat for adoption

Rat

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Rescued this rat today from pets at home in the adoption part, he doesn’t get on with other rats… but so nice to humans just needs extra love and a cage he can climb! He loves climbing!

AlfretonDerbyshire (8.4mi)
Rat rodents Two male rats - Advert 2
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Two male rats

Rat

3 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price

Hi I have two male rats 15 weeks old with cage and accessories getting used to being handled they are my sons but he’s not around to take care of them

OldhamGreater Manchester (46.3mi)
Rat rodents 3 male rats - Advert 3
9

3 male rats

Rat

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price

Due to an unexpected life change I feel I have to look for a new home for my boys, this is a heartbreaking decision as I love them so much but I just won’t have the time for them next year and I know

AlfretonDerbyshire (8.4mi)
Rat rodents Rats for sale - Advert 4
4

Rats for sale

Rat

9 weeksAge
MaleSex
£15Price

Rats for sale all super friendly handled since birth lovely. Colours great personalities. Must go in pairs or to existing rat breed from family pets in home environment

DoncasterSouth Yorkshire (25.9mi)
Rat rodents Lovely tame rats for sale red eyed, normal, albino - Advert 5
21

Lovely tame rats for sale red eyed, normal, albino

Rat

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have 21 hand tame rats, they are a mix of red eyed normal and 1 full albino they are fed on a mix of dog food, chicken food, seeds and fresh veg with occasionally cooked meat or boiled eggs. WhatsAp

DerbyDerby (19.4mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for 5*homes only  - Advert 6
281

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only

Rat

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only mum & dad are very friendly, mum is a hooded agouti standard ears & dad is a red eyed siamese dumbo ear the baby's colouring & markings will be similar to there m

ManchesterGreater Manchester (48.7mi)
Rat rodents BABY RATS  - Advert 7
9

BABY RATS

Rat

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£25Price

****JUST ONE PAIR OF MALES LEFT****I HAVE A COUPLE OF PAIRS OF BABYS THAT WERE NOT PRE-BOOKED. THERE IS TWO MALE PAIRS AND TWO FEMALE PAIRS.PRICE IS FOR A PAIR.TWO FOR £26

LeedsWest Yorkshire (47.2mi)
Rat rodents Mixed sex rats  - Advert 8
11

Mixed sex rats

Rat

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

We bought a few rats from pets at home and it turned out the males we thought we'd bought were all female but 1 so I currently have 3 litters that will be ready to go in the next 6 ish weeks if you ar

ChesterfieldDerbyshire (10.9mi)
Rat rodents Baby full size and dwarf rats ready now /January - Advert 9
282

Baby full size and dwarf rats ready now /January

Rat

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

*full size rats available January, dwarf rats available now *. We have some baby rats available from our breeding programmes including a small number of pocket sized dwarf rats. They are lively and in

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SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (19.5mi)
Rat rodents Young Female Grey/White Rats - Advert 10
5

Young Female Grey/White Rats

Rat

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£100Price

Beautiful approx 6-7 month old female rats being rehomed as my daughter isn't caring for them as she did previously with her pet mice. Hoping to rehome to someone who will give them the love and atten

SwadlincoteDerbyshire (30mi)
Rat rodents Two brown and white make rats  - Advert 11
12

Two brown and white make rats

Rat

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Two beautiful brown and white, male rats! They are 7-8 months and are lovely characters. Decided to get rid of them due to a change in lifestyle which means I cannot handle them as much as I’d like to

LincolnLincolnshire (41.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats - standard and dwarf  - Advert 12
5

Baby rats - standard and dwarf

Rat

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Updated 23/12 baby rats - pair/trio of 10wk standard bucks available. Dwarfs - currently some bucks available.

NottinghamNottingham (13.7mi)
Rat rodents Dwarf Rats  - Advert 13
18

Dwarf Rats

Rat

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£40Price

I have for sale a variety of dwarf rats from recent pairings. Both sexes are available, colours include Russian blue, cinnamon, blue hooded, chocolate, black, Siamese, roan and double rex, with a few

NottinghamNottingham (13.7mi)
Rat rodents Rats looking for 5* homes only  - Advert 14
23

Rats looking for 5* homes only

Rat

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only mum & dad are very friendly, mum is a hooded agouti standard ears & dad is a red eyed siamese dumbo ear the baby's colouring & markings will be similar to there mum

ManchesterGreater Manchester (48.7mi)
Rat rodents Mixed - Advert 15
4

Mixed

Rat

12 weeksAge
MixedSex
£0Price

I have various male and female rats available now! Also have litters growing up and ready in around 3-6 weeks! Dumbos, Rex, Dumbo Rex, standard top ears , hooded, etc £30 - £50 . It says they are 4 we

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LincolnLincolnshire (41.7mi)
Rat rodents Free for re home  - Advert 16
3

Free for re home

Rat

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

4months old rats for good home. Both males. Can include cage for £50 ( used for a month, original price £100

LeicesterLeicester (35.5mi)
Rat rodents BABY RATS  . Beautiful tame babies  - Advert 17
32

BABY RATS . Beautiful tame babies

Rat

14 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Beautiful baby rats . They are 10 weeks olds and have amazing personalities. All have been handled from 2 weeks old and are tame . They must go in a min of 2 as rats are social animals . £15 rat . Co

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LeicesterLeicester (35.5mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats  - Advert 18
4

Baby rats

Rat

3 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Baby rats available to go to forever loved home. Only girls left. Rats are handled by kids too so not biting.

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ManchesterGreater Manchester (48.7mi)

FAQs

Is it better to get 1 or 2 rats?

It is generally recommended to get at least two rats rather than just one, as rats are highly social animals and thrive with companionship. A single rat can become lonely and depressed without a cage mate, so having two rats ensures they support each other's social needs.

Is 3 rats better than 2?

Three rats can be better than two because if one rat passes away, the remaining two will still have companionship and are less likely to suffer loneliness or depression. However, having three rats also means slightly more maintenance and cost compared to two, so it depends on your capacity to care for them.

Can I buy just one rat?

You can buy just one rat, but it is not advisable because rats do best with at least one companion for social interaction. A single rat may experience loneliness and reduced wellbeing without a fellow rat.

Are rats good pets in the UK?

Rats make good pets in the UK when kept in pairs or small groups. They are affectionate, social, and interactive animals that many UK owners enjoy. With proper care, rats are popular and suitable pets for many households.