hdaniels+FollowWant a pet rat? Here's what they DON'T tell you!If you’re thinking of getting a pet rat, trust me—I've made all the mistakes so you don't have to! Here are the biggest lessons I learned: 💔 Pitfall #1: Tiny cages are a NO. Small cages lead to sad rats! At least 0.5㎡ of space—aim for a 60cm cage minimum. 💩 Pitfall #2: Don’t mix bath sand and potty sand! Mixing them = room disaster. 🏃♀️ Pitfall #3: Too small a wheel? They'll hurt their backs! Go for a 17cm+ wheel, or better yet, 21cm for ultimate comfort. 🍭 Pitfall #4: Treats aren't meals. Limit treats like worms & seeds to 2-3 times a week. Their main food should be a balanced mix! ⚠️ Pitfall #5: NEVER put rats together unless they're from the same litter. They’re solo animals—fighting can get deadly! Anyone else have pet rat tips? Share below! 🐀 #PetRats#RatCare#PetTips180Share
ryoung+FollowWhy is my pet rat lying still with weird eye/nose fluid?I noticed my pet rat isn’t moving much today. She’s lying flat and has this strange blood-like discharge from her eyes and nose. She’s less than two years old, so this has me really concerned. Could it be a respiratory issue? Or something more serious like tumors? I’ve never seen this before, and I’m feeling helpless. Has anyone dealt with similar symptoms? What could be causing this, and how can I help her? I really want to do right by her, but I’m not sure where to start. Looking for any advice or similar experiences from fellow pet rat owners! 🐀 #PetRats#RatCare#RatHealth141Share
