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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.

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Rat rodents 2 male pet rats and cage and everything I have for - Advert 1
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2 male pet rats and cage and everything I have for

Rat

10 weeksAge
MaleSex
£100Price

These 2 lovely pet rats are very friendly, I have a toddler and they are very friendly with her, they have never bit me, they are amazing I am purely looking for a new home for them because I cannot h

HarrowGreater London
Rat rodents 4 Rats & Full Set-up - Advert 2
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4 Rats & Full Set-up

Rat

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£150Price

4 Female rats the full set-up. Including food and another set of bedding. They are super cute and friendly, litter trained, but unfortunately I don't play with them as much as I want.

BexleyheathGreater London
Rat rodents Need gone by the end of the week - Advert 3
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Need gone by the end of the week

Rat

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£100Price

They have a coco large cage and stuff in it which I can sell for another £100 but if you don’t want cage then you can just have the rats and once you come get them you can have my number for WhatsApp

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OrpingtonGreater London
Rat rodents 5 weeks Adorable & Friendly Baby Fancy Rats - Advert 4
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5 weeks Adorable & Friendly Baby Fancy Rats

Rat

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Our location: SE1, near Tower Bridge. 15 mins walk from London Bridge station. We have a variety of colors and features available, including: • Sex: (Sold out) 8 girls - 3 black-eyed / 5 red-eyed 6

LondonGreater London
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for loving homes  - Advert 5
181

Baby rats looking for loving homes

Rat

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

🐀 Sweet Baby Rats Looking for Loving Homes 🏡 🐀 Our gorgeous litter of 13 baby rats will be ready to leave for their forever homes from 9th March 💛 • 6 boys and 7 girls available• A mix of Rex an

LondonGreater London
Rat rodents 2x rats Remy and Emile - Advert 6
41

2x rats Remy and Emile

Rat

14 weeksAge
MaleSex
£100Price

I’m looking to rehome my lovely 2 smart rats Unfortunately they can’t cook but the names suit them. I’m looking to rehome them as i now have a dog and my dog isn’t friendly with them. They’re just

LondonGreater London
Rat rodents  albino male rats (twins)  - Advert 7
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
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for 5*homes only  - Advert 8
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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
Rat rodents Albino white rat - Advert 9
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
Rat rodents Rats for sale  - Advert 10
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Rats for sale

Rat

15 weeksAge
MixedSex
£25Price

Colours can range from cream, dawn , agouti , blue agouti , blue , black and black & white. Coats range from smooth, Rex and double Rex. Continuous litters every 4-6 weeks . Socialised from 2 weeks

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CroydonGreater London
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Rat rodents Rats looking for 5* homes only  - Advert 11
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Rats looking for 5* homes only

Rat

5 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
Rat rodents Two cute rats sisters - Advert 12
6

Two cute rats sisters

Rat

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

Etsy (Russian Blue Hooded) and Gala (Russian Blue Agouti) are looking for a new home. I have to give up rats because I'm being evicted. They are healthy and friendly. Maybe a bit spoiled and too frie

CroydonGreater London
Rat rodents Ginger and summer  - Advert 13
8

Ginger and summer

Rat

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

Hi everyone this is ginger and summer they are 18 months old They are from a breeder but I've contacted a breeder they have said they can't take them back/ I took them in for someone they do not want

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OrpingtonGreater London

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.