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Rat Rodents for sale in Newport, Telford and Wrekin

18 Rat Rodents for sale in Newport, Telford and Wrekin

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 Adorable dumbo baby rates for sale ♥️ - Advert 1
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Adorable dumbo baby rates for sale ♥️

Rat

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Experience breeder located in Walsall have been breeding for many years 🐭 I enjoy breeding the perfect pet for all ages, my babies are well handled and use to house hold life, I’ve been breeding for

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WalsallWest Midlands (20.5mi)
Rat rodents Adorable Dumbo Baby Rats ❤️ - Advert 2
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Adorable Dumbo Baby Rats ❤️

Rat

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Experience breeder located in Walsall have been breeding for many years 🐭 I enjoy breeding the perfect pet for all ages, my babies are well handled and use to house hold life, I’ve been breeding for

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WalsallWest Midlands (20.5mi)
Rat rodents Young Female Grey/White Rats - Advert 3
5

Young Female Grey/White Rats

Rat

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£100Price

Beautiful approx 6-7 month old female rats being rehomed as my daughter isn't caring for them as she did previously with her pet mice. Hoping to rehome to someone who will give them the love and atten

SwadlincoteDerbyshire (34.1mi)
Rat rodents 2 male rats  - Advert 4
7

2 male rats

Rat

15 weeksAge
MaleSex
£25Price

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

CreweCheshire East (23mi)
Rat rodents Pedigree Dumbo Rats - Advert 5
8

Pedigree Dumbo Rats

Rat

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

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

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KidderminsterWorcestershire (26.8mi)
Rat rodents Male rats very friendly ready now  - Advert 6
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Male rats very friendly ready now

Rat

7 weeksAge
MaleSex
£20Price

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

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WarwickWarwickshire (47.2mi)
5.00
Rat rodents Rex and straight hairs beauties ready  - Advert 7
3

Rex and straight hairs beauties ready

Rat

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

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

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WarwickWarwickshire (47.2mi)
5.00
Rat rodents Two beautiful dumbo, rex girls left. - Advert 8
10

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 (17.4mi)
Rat rodents Rats looking for 5* homes only  - Advert 9
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 (49.4mi)
Rat rodents 🐭Dumbo Rex & Straight Coat Rats Available 🐭 - Advert 10
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🐭Dumbo Rex & Straight Coat Rats Available 🐭

Rat

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Dumbo Rex and straight coat Rex rats available for reservation. All of our rats are raised in our family home around children and are well handled before leaving for there forever homes! We do a r

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WrexhamWrexham Principal Area (32.1mi)
Rat rodents 4 gorgeous female dumbo rats - Advert 11
3

4 gorgeous female dumbo rats

Rat

15 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

well handled daily, selling due to move and new landlord won’t allow. Looking for £35 for all 4 or £12 each. Minimum in pairs but ideally all 4 to stay together

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BromsgroveWorcestershire (32.7mi)
Rat rodents Rats brothers - Advert 12
4

Rats brothers

Rat

MaleSex
£15Price

Beautiful brothers Timothy and Oreo love to be held and cuddled, come switch cage and everything with it, they are loveable social boys who love hugs and kisses, due to unfortunate circumstances I nee

WolverhamptonWest Midlands (16.3mi)
Rat rodents New babies ready now 6 week and upwards  - Advert 13
17

New babies ready now 6 week and upwards

Rat

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

6 weeks males and females £20 10 week old males £10 each My partner has been breeding rats as her hobby along side her other animals for over 17 years now she worked in zoos and had level 3 in an

WalsallWest Midlands (20.5mi)
Rat rodents Rats  - Advert 14
5

Rats

Rat

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

3 male rats. Unfortunately I don’t have enough time for them. I’d like them to have a home they deserve where they can get the attention they need. Cages are free also.

BirminghamWest Midlands (28.3mi)
Rat rodents Baby Rats - Advert 15
2

Baby Rats

Rat

13 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 (44mi)
Rat rodents Deansfield Rattery - Rex, Dumbo, Double Rex - Advert 16
81

Deansfield Rattery - Rex, Dumbo, Double Rex

Rat

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

I constantly keep this ad up to date - no babies available. I have 1 girl paired - babies due from 28th November. Pictures are of her previous litter. This will be her 2nd and final litter before she

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StaffordStaffordshire (10.7mi)
Rat rodents Baby rats looking for 5*homes only  - Advert 17
281

Baby rats looking for 5*homes only

Rat

3 monthsAge
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 (49.4mi)
Rat rodents Rats for sale  - Advert 18
6

Rats for sale

Rat

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£10Price

All this years have loads avalible there are some smaller ones just put 5 pics up as they some are different colours and patterns message for more info or pictures 1x£10 each 2x£15

DeesideFlintshire (40.5mi)

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.