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Rat Rodents for sale

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 Two Female Siamese Dumbo - Advert 1
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Two Female Siamese Dumbo

Rat

8 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£100Price

I have two female rats for sale moving home and unable to keep them. One is white and the other is black. They come with there cage and there travel cage.

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LeedsWest Yorkshire (36.8mi)
5.0
Rat rodents 2 male rats left looking for new homes  - Advert 2
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2 male rats left looking for new homes

Rat

10 weeksAge
MaleSex
£20Price

I’ve still got 2 male rats available both very friendly and been brought up with children last 2 left from a litter make brilliant pets

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (28.5mi)
Rat rodents Multimammates females in Rotherham - Advert 3
1

Multimammates females

Rat

4 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

2 multimammate females also known as African softfur rats Looking for a new home. Collection from Rotherham

RotherhamSouth Yorkshire (32.8mi)
Rat rodents Rats for rehoming - Advert 4
9

Rats for rehoming

Rat

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£0Price

Good afternoon Our landlord is selling our home and we are having to rehome our babies. We move in less than 2 weeks now. They werent allowed with any house we looked into. We have 6 girls. The gir

ChesterCheshire West and Chester (33.8mi)
Rat rodents Baby Rats - Advert 5
17

Baby Rats

Rat

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

I have 4 baby rats available to go to their new homes now, all boys. All rats must go in at least pairs. Mum and Dad available to see as they come from a pet home. All babies are inquisitive, activ

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BradfordWest Yorkshire (31.3mi)
Rat rodents Taco and Tui - Advert 6
2

Taco and Tui

Rat

9 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

2 month old needs an experienced owner that’s why the small rehome fee there so bitey and I’ve tried everything and with moving home it’s not easy for them two they come with a bird cage

MexboroughSouth Yorkshire (36.6mi)
Rat rodents Female fancy rat with cage and accessories - Advert 7
2

Female fancy rat with cage and accessories

Rat

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

I'm selling a female fancy rat with cage and accessories. Due to no fault of her own. Break up in family. ➖️Name: Jellybean ➖️Sex: Female ➖️Colour: beige/white ➖️Age: 6 months old With... ➖️x1 two-ti

BlackpoolBlackpool (45.5mi)
Rat rodents Gorgeous baby rats dwarf and full size Sheffield - Advert 8
161

Gorgeous baby rats dwarf and full size Sheffield

Rat

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

We have some baby rats available from our breeding programmes including a small number of pocket sized dwarf rats. They are lively and inquisitive and used to being handled. Our full size rats are mos

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SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (28.5mi)
Rat rodents  albino male rats (twins)  - Advert 9
41

albino male rats (twins)

Rat

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£120Price

Theses rats have a very gentle personality and trusting behavior really show how loving and affectionate they are and they come with the cage and all the stuff inside of the cage

Ashton-under-LyneGreater Manchester (5.9mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for 5*homes only  - Advert 10
331

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only

Rat

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£35Price

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only Please message me to see the babys available or to go on my waiting list for future litters my next litter will be ready for new homes end of February beginning o

ManchesterGreater Manchester (6mi)
Rat rodents Albino white rat - Advert 11
3

Albino white rat

Rat

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Looking to rehome my male solo fancy rat as we unfortunately lost his brothers, we no longer have the facilities to keep him and are searching for a good home to better his wellbeing, he’s very shy an

OldhamGreater Manchester (9.3mi)
Rat rodents Beautiful rex babys - Advert 12
9

Beautiful rex babys

Rat

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

All babies now reserved , Next litter will be April/may time thank you We have two litters in the nest , born on 19th and 24th January ready to leave from 7th March , Experienced and new rat owne

DerbyDerby (44mi)
Rat rodents 3 male rats - Advert 13
5

3 male rats

Rat

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Due to an unfortunate change in circumstances, I am looking for a new home for my sweet boys. 2 are 1 years and 1/2 and the other is only 6 months old. I would love to find them a forever home where t

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (28.5mi)
Rat rodents Rats looking for 5* homes only  - Advert 14
31

Rats looking for 5* homes only

Rat

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£35Price

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 (6mi)
Rat rodents WAITLIST OPEN - Advert 15
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WAITLIST OPEN

Rat

11 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

I have a beautiful litter ready 20/03/26 The cureent pictures are on a previous litter and will be updated soon. Waitlists fill up fast! Message to get on the waiting list. Both parents are viewabl

WarringtonWarrington (18.3mi)

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.