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Rat Rodents for sale in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

19 Rat Rodents for sale in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

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.

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Rat rodents Pet rats with cage and accessories  - Advert 1
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Pet rats with cage and accessories

Rat

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£50Price

For sale male-brothers pet rats. With cage and accessories. Got them on February 2025. Very tame and friendly. Can deliver in Hull area. Price ono.

HullKingston upon Hull (49.5mi)
Rat rodents 4 loving females :) - Advert 2
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4 loving females :)

Rat

3 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£50Price

4 loving girls needing new homes, im honestly devastated to have to do this as ive spent awhile bonding with them and theyve become my babies, but i recently got a full time job so ive not had time fo

WarringtonWarrington (47.4mi)
Rat rodents Fancy Siamese rats  - Advert 3
11

Fancy Siamese rats

Rat

7 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£15Price

3 beautiful girls looking for there forever home, two chocolate point Siamese and a chocolate, Rex coats and very sociable. Both parents can be seen

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (11.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats - standard and dwarf  - Advert 4
3

Baby rats - standard and dwarf

Rat

3 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Updated 14/11 baby rats - standard and dwarf available. Dwarf bucks ready to go in trios unless you already have them. May have some does available also. Standard bucks available from 21st Novembe

NottinghamNottingham (43.3mi)
Rat rodents Good verity of male and female baby rats  - Advert 5
8

Good verity of male and female baby rats

Rat

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price

Hi there we have a good verity of baby dumbo rats. We have males and females available. Handled every day and very friendly. Eating and drinking well without mother. £5.00 each

GooleEast Riding of Yorkshire (27mi)
Rat rodents Dwarf Rats  - Advert 6
18

Dwarf Rats

Rat

9 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 (43.3mi)
Rat rodents Two beautiful dumbo, rex girls left. - Advert 7
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Two beautiful dumbo, rex girls left.

Rat

7 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

I am in Staffordshire near Stoke-on-Trent (about 5 minutes off the M6, J15). I am not in the NE 😊 I breed for genetic diversity, health and longevity and am part of the UK Dumbo rat registry and Br

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NewcastleStaffordshire (48.6mi)
Rat rodents Rats looking for 5* homes only  - Advert 8
23

Rats looking for 5* homes only

Rat

6 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 (31.7mi)
Rat rodents Male and female baby rats - Advert 9
4

Male and female baby rats

Rat

11 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have for sale male and female baby rats. Eating and drinking as they should. Handled daily by children and adults very nosey little boys and girls Looking for their forever homes ready to leave now

BeverleyEast Riding of Yorkshire (47.3mi)
Rat rodents African furred rat - Advert 10
1

African furred rat

Rat

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have for sale some African furred rats. Friendly and like to be out in the playpen. Eating well and drinking as they should

BeverleyEast Riding of Yorkshire (47.3mi)
Rat rodents 2 female rats - Advert 11
5

2 female rats

Rat

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£70Price

2 friendly girls like to come out and play and run about comes with full set up cage has 5 levels so plenty of room for them both they are both litter trained

Sutton-in-AshfieldNottinghamshire (30.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby silky dumbo rats x3 boys - Advert 12
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Baby silky dumbo rats x3 boys

Rat

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

I have 3 boy rats last of the litter would like them to go as a trio as they don’t like being alone… black and white … very tame as I handle all my babies lots through the day… 20 pound for all three

Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent (47.6mi)
Rat rodents 2 female rats (4 month old) full cage setup  - Advert 13
6

2 female rats (4 month old) full cage setup

Rat

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£50Price

They are still babies! 2 lovely rats and full cage setup, they come to you for food and have stepped onto my hand a few times. I've only had them 1 month so they are babies and still nervous Reason

ChesterfieldDerbyshire (22mi)
Rat rodents 2 dumbo rats  - Advert 14
4

2 dumbo rats

Rat

MaleSex
£30Price

Naked one and furry one great pets just my daughter doesn't bother with them now n it's a shame they deserve to be played with only reason no fault of there own, wouldn't let me change birthday but th

MexboroughSouth Yorkshire (9.1mi)
Rat rodents Baby Rats - Advert 15
2

Baby Rats

Rat

12 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Baby rats ready to leave More than what’s on the photo (please message and I can let you know who is left) All top eared, range of colours and markings

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WarringtonWarrington (47.4mi)
Rat rodents Lone female rat - Advert 16
1

Lone female rat

Rat

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Meet Remmi, heartbreaking to sell her but her cage mates have suddenly passed and I can’t see myself getting any more rats in the future. She doesn’t bite but we are working on this.

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (11.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for 5*homes only  - Advert 17
281

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only

Rat

15 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 m

ManchesterGreater Manchester (31.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats (males and females) - Advert 18
111

Baby rats (males and females)

Rat

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

My rats are raised with care, socialised daily, and come from healthy, well-tempered lines to ensure they make loving, friendly companions. At the moment, we have an open waiting list for upcoming lit

CastlefordWest Yorkshire (13.2mi)

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.