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Rat Rodents for sale in Hawes, North Yorkshire

9 Rat Rodents for sale in Hawes, North 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.

Rat rodents 5 x Friendly Male Rats - Advert 1
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5 x Friendly Male Rats

Rat

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£30Price

Roughly a year old. Need to rehome due to extreme changes in life. They are super sociable and loving. Hand tame, they don’t bite. There is Ronin who is chestnut and white colouring. There is the 1s

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CrookCounty Durham (34mi)
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Rat rodents 2 male rats - Advert 2
3

2 male rats

Rat

4 weeksAge
MaleSex
£25Price

The albino one is lovely but the brown one is very skittish, we don’t have the time anymore to give them the care and attention they need, unfortunately with the skittishness of the brown rat he did l

PrestonLancashire (42.6mi)
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Rat rodents BABY RATS  - Advert 3
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BABY RATS

Rat

3 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 (43.4mi)
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Rat rodents Male and female African soft furred rats - Advert 4
2

Male and female African soft furred rats

Rat

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£6Price

Plenty available will do discounts on large orders available all year round. Stunning mixed colours and sizes available

BuryGreater Manchester (49mi)
0 reviews
Rat rodents Male & female rats for sale - Advert 5
6

Male & female rats for sale

Rat

9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Litters of male and female Norwegian rats for sale, Siamese, full slate and slate roan - feel free to message with any questions

BuryGreater Manchester (49mi)
0 reviews
Rat rodents Rat cage - Advert 6
1

Rat cage

Rat

11 monthsAge
MixedSex
£100Price

Cage, bottles and food bowls is for sale £100

HexhamNorthumberland (46.6mi)
0 reviews
Rat rodents Albino Rat - Advert 7
3

Albino Rat

Rat

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£0Price

Unfortunately her friend died around a month ago so on her own atm. I am moving house and not allowed pets so ideally looking for someone with rats so she has company.

Poulton-le-FyldeLancashire (44.8mi)
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Rat rodents Muffin - Advert 8
2

Muffin

Rat

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Muffin is around 2 years old and has been a family pet since then. He unfortunately does bite so would be best kept on his own as we had to separate him from the other rat we had. He is free to a good

PrestonLancashire (42.6mi)
0 reviews
Rat rodents Male and female rats ❤️💙 - Advert 9
2

Male and female rats ❤️💙

Rat

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£50Price

Only silver/albino males left now! Total of 6 at £50 a pair can deliver if local for fuel cost or more than welcome to collect good loving homes only will have more babies in the next week or 2 😊

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (43.2mi)
0 reviews

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.