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Rat Rodents for sale

106 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.

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Rat rodents Mixed baby rats  - Advert 1
12
28 minutes
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Mixed baby rats

£15
Rat6 weeksMixed
11 adorable baby rats for sale Some Rex, straight fur and dumbos Mixed colours including grey/white cream/white Red eyed white Curly or straight fur, boys and girls super friendly, super tame and well handled
Sore Parallel K.
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
Rat rodents Adorable Baby Rats, available 6th December  - Advert 2
33
45 minutes
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Adorable Baby Rats, available 6th December

£15
Rat6 weeksMixed
Lilly has given birth to 16 Adorable Baby Rats. £15 each and sold in pairs or more. Each rat comes with a birth certificate and a "how they have been cared for" sheet. Details: Handled regularly to ensure they are friendly and social. Both parents (Lilly and Bob) and all my rats are available for viewing at pickup. I also offer holiday cover if your rats need looking after
TeresaID verified
5.00
Maldon, Essex
Rat rodents Baby Dumbo Rat's Males & Females - Advert 3
16
1 hour
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Baby Dumbo Rat's Males & Females

£10
Rat11 weeksMixed
Baby Rats Dumbo eared Males and Females available From six weeks old All tame and use to interaction Feeding on either a complete rat pellet or a rodent mix with added seed's and grains , apple and carrot given with fresh grass once a week when available , fresh water always available Best kept in same sex pairs or groups The pictures were updated on the 11.11.25 with ne
Pets CraftID verified
5.00
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Rat rodents 2 x Gorgeous Very Friendly Male Fancy Rats - Advert 4
52
2 hours
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2 x Gorgeous Very Friendly Male Fancy Rats

£15
Rat6 monthsMale
Im regrettably having to re-home my two handsome boys, They have both been well handled and are extremely friendly and curious, ghost (the white one) even loves to give kisses! and shadow (the grey one) is more adventurous. I've had them from 10 weeks old and now they are approximately 6.5 months old. They have been very spoiled and loved and i really don't want to part w
ZOE B.ID verified
Rochester, Medway
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Rat rodents 2 male rats for sale - Advert 1
9
1 hour

2 male rats for sale

£80
Rat11 weeksMale
I got 2 male rats for my daughter but she's allergic to them so need gone asap. Collect only and will need a carry box. Comes with the cage.
Joanne N.
Ipswich, Suffolk
Rat rodents 2 male rats  - Advert 2
7
2 hours

2 male rats

£25
Rat15 weeksMale
Due to me moving out, I need to re home my 2 male rats and there 3 story cage, along with toys, cleaning spray and travel container (x2 hammocks, wood bridge, naw toys, hoop toy) Brown rat - Remi, wh
Jessica H.
Crewe, Cheshire East
Rat rodents Beautiful baby rats looking for forever homes! - Advert 3
35
4 hours

Beautiful baby rats looking for forever homes!

£30
Rat7 weeksMixed
Beautiful baby dumbo and rex rats ready to go now! Very well handled and have been raised around children.. Eating and drinking fine! Sociable animals so need to live in pairs of groups! Message me fo
Leah L.
Maidenhead, Berkshire
Rat rodents 2 female rats - Advert 4
2
Rat rodents 2 female rats - Advert 4
4 hours
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2 female rats

£10
Rat1 yearFemale
I adopted these 2 girls to keep our boy company as his brothers passed away, he has unfortunately also passed and I'm looking to rehome these sweet girls as i simply don't have enough time to care for them as well as i want to. They are around a year and a half old, born on 4th of March.
Jessica T.
Hungerford, Berkshire
Rat rodents BABY RATS - Advert 5
4
5 hours

BABY RATS

£20
Rat7 weeksMixed
SIX WEEK OLD BABY RATS.WELL HANDLED.BECAUSE RATS NEED COMPANY 2 FOR £20 THREE FOR £25 THE TUB IN THE PICTURE IS USED FOR PHOTS AND CLEANING OUT ONLY THEY HAVE A BIG TWO TIER CAGE.LOOKING FOR GOOD HOME
micks
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Rat rodents Rats for sale Hull Rex,fancy,dumbo&hairless - Advert 6
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Rat rodents Rats for sale Hull Rex,fancy,dumbo&hairless - Advert 6
Rat rodents Rats for sale Hull Rex,fancy,dumbo&hairless - Advert 6
17 hours
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Rats for sale Hull Rex,fancy,dumbo&hairless

£10
Rat6 weeksMixed
🐭✨ Gorgeous Pet Rats Available – Hull, UK CASH ONLY Looking for clever, cuddly companions with loads of personality? These hand-raised rats are friendly, social, and ready to join loving homes! Whether you're a seasoned rat owner or just starting out, there's a perfect match waiting for you 💕 --- ### 🧬 Available Breeds & Prices 🐁 Fancy – £25 per pair • Sleek,
mariemarie
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
Rat rodents Two brown and white make rats  - Advert 7
12
21 hours

Two brown and white make rats

£0
Rat7 monthsMale
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
Megan E.
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Rat rodents 4 gorgeous rats for adoption  - Advert 8
21
1 day

4 gorgeous rats for adoption

£75
Rat5 monthsFemale
I am so sorry upset to re-home these girls. I have recently started college and have slowly realised that I can not provide the perfect care for my girls. They deserve the absolute best and I'm no lon
bethany s.
Chester-le-Street, County Durham
Rat rodents Free to good home - Advert 9
5
1 day

Free to good home

£0
Rat7 monthsFemale
2 female rats which are 7 months old. In good health and do t have any health conditions. They are sweet little girls but are not handled very much. They will come to the cage door and take food but I
Giselle G.
Falkirk, Falkirk
Rat rodents Stunning baby rats! - Advert 10
4
1 day

Stunning baby rats!

£20
Rat6 weeksMixed
I’m so excited about this new bunch of babies! This is the first litters of my new line and they are just gorgeous! I have my first ever PEW Rex which are just stunning and I’m so pleased with them 🥰
JS Rats and HamstersID verified
Rugby, Warwickshire
Rat rodents Brother rats - cuddly and cute - kid handled - Advert 11
17
1 day

Brother rats - cuddly and cute - kid handled

£80
Rat1 yearMale
We’re sadly rehoming our rats as my son has become super allergic to them which is my fault because it was a birthday gift and I hadn’t consider his allergies. They are soooo sweet. I thought I’d be a
NATALIE W.ID verified
5.00
Cobham, Surrey
Rat rodents Beautiful pair of female rats - Advert 12
8
2 days

Beautiful pair of female rats

£50
Rat7 weeksFemale
Beautiful pair of rats needed a new home through no fault of their own. The girls are stunning. One is a very unusual colour and changing every day. The other is a creamy and white colour. Both ar
Greys Mousery 💜
Hereford, Herefordshire
Rat rodents 7 female rats - Advert 13
82
2 days

7 female rats

£250
Rat6 monthsFemale
7 female rats all well loved only selling due to allergies. Comes with large cages and all their toys and accessories. £250 ono
Carol-Anne B.
Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire Council
Rat rodents Male and female rats  - Advert 14
5
3 days

Male and female rats

£15
Rat7 weeksMixed
Here we have some gorgeous male and female rats for sale. We have ones ready to leave now aged 7-8 weeks Also ones in the nest and grow ons at 4 weeks old. Black, greys,husky/roans, beige and white
KATIE P.ID verified
5.00
Warlingham, Surrey
Rat rodents Pedigree Dumbo Rats - Advert 15
8
3 days

Pedigree Dumbo Rats

£20
Rat7 weeksMixed
Please find me at ukdumborat.com and on Facebook at Broadwaters Rattery & Friends for more information and to see updated views of available kittens. New keepers welcome. Lifetime support given via
Broadwaters SmallholdingID verified
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Rat rodents Male rats very friendly ready now  - Advert 16
5
4 days

Male rats very friendly ready now

£20
Rat6 weeksMale
Babies ready as drinking and eating for themselves now. These babies are GORGEOUS !! very friendly and handled multiple times a day. Mix of Rex and straight haired with the most beautiful markings. H
The petting zooID verified
5.00
Warwick, Warwickshire
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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.