Your child, finally, persuaded you to starthome pet. However, when you agreed, it was implied that it would be a kitten or fish. But the fact that a child in a pet store will try to persuade you to bring a rat home, you probably did not expect. But he claims that he will feed the rodent himself and clean the cage. Maybe, really, agree? At least, all the dirt will only be in one place, and not across the whole apartment, like from a cat ...
That's how the adventure begins with the acquisitionrats. It costs, of course, cheaper than a cat or fish. But you still need to buy a cage, a feeder, a drinking bowl and something else. You will also need a transfer for rodents, in which the pet will go home. Let's start over and try to determine which cell for the rat will be the best option.
Optimal cell sizes
How should a rat cage be equipped?
Be sure to provide openings orA groove on floors for a drain of urine. If you plan to make a home for a new pet yourself, then you can simply give the shelves a slight inclination relative to each other.
Given the active lifestyle of rodents, the cellfor the rat should be equipped with stairs, swings, a house, transitions and a wheel. If you daily let out the rodent walk around the apartment, then the number of objects in the cage can be reduced. However, in the event that almost all the time the animal is locked up, it should maximize its motor activity in a limited area.
What should a rat cell be made from?
Here, in principle, and all the requirements for the product,referred to as a "rat cage". Try to choose one where, in your opinion, it will be convenient and comfortable for the new pet. And he will certainly thank you for caring for your affection and fellowship!