Are you aware that pet rats are acknowledged as some of the most
intelligent pet rodents in the world? Pet rats are social animals and should
never be mixed up with their dirty vermin relatives. If you are interested in
getting a pet that craves for a lot of interaction, a pet rat would be a worthy
consideration.
A pet can live easily in a wire enclosure that has many levels. Pet
rats are bodies full of energy and they like climbing as well as exploring
their enclosures so try to make their enclosures engaging. An enclosure with 2
or 3 stories would provide many opportunities for a good dose of mental and
physical stimulation.
Some pet owners use fish tanks as pet rat enclosures, but fish tanks
aren't ideal for pet rats for various reasons. A fish tank doesn't enable
proper ventilation because the surrounding is all covered with glass. Also,
glass is much harder to maintain and clean when compared to a wired mesh
enclosure. In any case, regular cleaning is really important.
If you have questions about your pet’s needs,
don’t hesitate to call your animal hospital Cedar Rapids, IA.
Or make an
appointment here: https://animalcarehospital.org/.
