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Rat or Rabbit2007-11-24 22:14:27

I'm getting a pet and I have to choose between a rat or rabbit. Which one is better? When I say better, I mean easier to take care of, not as smelly, nicer. Please help.

Answers:

I have both, and by far rats are friendlier, less smelly, cleaner, easier to take care of.

Rat Care:

One or Two?

Rats are social and enjoy company. While you are away(work, school, etc) they can play, groom, and sleep together. Lone rats can get lonely and need more interaction from thier owners.

Cage:

Wire cages are best. Amonia can build up in the tanks and cause burning of the lungs, respiratory problems, etc. Tanks are also harder to clean, they are heavier, etc. Wire cages usually have a tray that pulls out and the litter can be dumped. ire cages have shelves for more space to roam. Since the wire cages have shelves they are not as long(they take up less floor space) Rats need 2ft of cubic feet per rat for floor space.

Bedding

Rats require aspen, or paper based bedding. Pine and cedar are toxic and cause respiratory infections, etc.

Interaction

Rats are very social and enjoy being with their human companions. They need at least a few hours out of thier cage per day with quality interaction(preferably at night). My rats used to free roam my bedroom and when I got home from work they would all come running to greet me.

Vet Care

Rats do require vet care in emergency situations. Some will get respiratory infections, or even tumors. There are many vets that are able to remove tumors from rats(you just have to look).