Every one says that you should get 2 rats. But I really just want one. Could this be possible?
2007-07-16 08:30:19 · 14 answers · asked by DogLover 3 in Pets ➔ Rodents
Yes it is possible it's just better to have two..
If you only have one, you need to spend as much time as possbile with it...I mean everytime you are home, they should be out of their cage...
Two rats clean eachother, keep eachother company while you can't and just provide over all comfort to eachother...
If you do not have one and are looking to get only one and will not change you mind, then get a male, they tend to do better alone than females do...
I hope this helps...GOOD LUCK!!!!
2007-07-16 08:33:15 · answer #1 · answered by KaylaByrd 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Unless you can constantly play with the one rat, then it would be a really good idea to get two rats. Rats are very social, as others have said, and having a friend would ensure that it's not lonely or bored. It's possible to keep one rat alone, but it would require quite a bit of attention. Still, I strongley suggest getting two. Just make sure that you have enough money to support both of them with vet bills, food, bedding, a bigger cage, etc. It's worth it.
2007-07-16 09:00:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get two. I just got two after reading many sites on rats. They are happier,healtheir and more playful with two. Two rats is just as much work as one. Rats need one of their own kind for many reasons. Like when your alseep or too busy to play with them they can play with each other. Also rats clean each other in spots they cant reach themselfs. Rats will sometimes get depressed if they dont have a compainon. Rats will be much more happy and sweet with two. I've had 5 rats i know. I had three by themselves over the years and they didnt seem as close to being as sweet and playful and happy as my 2 girls i have now
2007-07-16 10:38:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get 2 rats - they are extremely social animals. Most pet shops do deals on rats..for example my 2 pet rats were £6 each or 2 for £10.
My 2 rats are brothers and they play together, eat together and curl up together to sleep. I don't know what I'm gonna do when, inevitably, one of them dies.
They both have very different personalities too.
Two rats are no harder to look after than one and they will bring much more joy into your life as you can watch them play together and have friendly fights!
Definitely get two rats please! You won't regret it!
2007-07-16 10:28:19 · answer #4 · answered by sparky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was younger I had one female hooded rat. She was the best small pet I ever owned. The rat will be fine by itself you just need to make sure that you take plenty of time to play and care for it. I would let mine run loose in my room with the door closed so she could explore. I would also let her ride on my shoulder while I walked around the house and she would give me kisses. I tried to get her to do a maze with pillows but she would just climb over the pillows to the food and not do the maze. They are really smart and sweet. Have fun with your new friend.
2007-07-16 08:54:21 · answer #5 · answered by rate86 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get one rat, as long as you give it lots of attention. But rats much prefer to have a friend. I have had rats for years and rats seem so much happier when with another rat. Rats on their own often seem just misarable.
I would reccomend getting 2 rats.
2007-07-16 08:39:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can get one but you would have to give it loads of attention. if you're worried about having two because you think it will be harder to train one or they wont bond as well THAT IS NOT TRUE! also if you go away on holiday it is hard enough to find someone to feed them let alone play with them. so it is best if they have a pair!
2007-07-20 07:53:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have 2 boy rats. one hairless. one normal. its better to have 2 because they like to have a buddie with them and makes then feel more comfortable and less lonly.
2007-07-16 08:35:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one alone successfully.. but I also brought him with me anywhere but work.. (for the most part).. If you can't spend enough time with it then it's not a good idea.. they need alot of interaction.. I had a cat that played with mine as well.. (I really mean "play".. not trying to kill him play.. ) It really isn't hard to keep two...
2007-07-16 09:50:32 · answer #9 · answered by kaijawitch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get 2. It doesn't really cost any more just a little bit bigger of a cage. We have three and they keep each other occupied when we aren't around.
2007-07-16 09:49:12 · answer #10 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋