Rats
Rattus Norvegicus
Here at My Happy Place, we breed rats for pet and/or breeder homes. We temperament test as well as making sure our rats are healthy and happy before leaving with you. Follow one of the links at the bottom of this page to see our available babies that have passed their temperament tests and awaiting their new homes.
General Species information
Life span: Up to 4 years in Captivity
Basic diet: A good lab block as well as fresh foods for variety will make sure your rat lives a long and healthy life. With that being said though, not all rodent diets are created equal. Below are a few suggestions, but always ask if you are unsure. We would be more than happy to point you in the right direction and find you what you are looking for.
Cage space requirements: Minimum of 2 square feet per rat is recommended.
Cage type recommendations: There are a ton of different types of cages that are suitable for rats. Besides space, make sure there is enough air flow and that the bar spacing isn't too big where your ratties will fit through. 1/2 inch bar spacing is recommended. Below are a few recommendations but don't hesitate to ask if you are unsure.
Basic diet: A good lab block as well as fresh foods for variety will make sure your rat lives a long and healthy life. With that being said though, not all rodent diets are created equal. Below are a few suggestions, but always ask if you are unsure. We would be more than happy to point you in the right direction and find you what you are looking for.
- Oxbow Adult Rat Food (not the mice and young rat food)
- Mazuri 6F (this is what we feed to all of our rats)
- Harlan Teklad
Cage space requirements: Minimum of 2 square feet per rat is recommended.
Cage type recommendations: There are a ton of different types of cages that are suitable for rats. Besides space, make sure there is enough air flow and that the bar spacing isn't too big where your ratties will fit through. 1/2 inch bar spacing is recommended. Below are a few recommendations but don't hesitate to ask if you are unsure.
- Single Critter Nations
- Double Critter Nations
- Extra Large Bin Cages modified for Rats (Please ask for more information regarding this option)
- Kaytee Multi-Level Exotics Cage