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- Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:49 pm
- Forum: Behaviour
- Topic: Can I seperate my Bucks?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 949
Can I seperate my Bucks?
One of my Boys, 2 years in May, has decided for reasons I don't understand to pick fights with all of his 3 Brothers. I don't know what's going on but he's seriously stressing the other 3 out. Would it be unfair to give him a separate living space?
- Mon Jan 10, 2022 3:19 pm
- Forum: Health
- Topic: Swollen side of face...
- Replies: 1
- Views: 719
Swollen side of face...
Hi everyone! Happy New Year. Onyx is 20 months old and lives alongside his 3 brothers. A couple of days ago I noticed his nose was a smidge red and then this morning he has woken up with a big swelling on one side of his face that is causing his eye to be slightly squinted. There doesn't seem to be ...
- Fri Oct 08, 2021 5:39 pm
- Forum: Health
- Topic: How long does Harkametcin take to kick in?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 966
How long does Harkametcin take to kick in?
Hi. Just treated all 4 of my bucks for lice. Having many pet rats throughout my childhood this is my first time having to treat lice.
I'm assuming they don't cross species with us humans? They give me the heebie jeebies...!
Anyway, how long will it take to notice the effects??
I'm assuming they don't cross species with us humans? They give me the heebie jeebies...!
Anyway, how long will it take to notice the effects??
- Tue Aug 31, 2021 3:32 pm
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: Kitchen roll vs shredded fleece
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3382
Kitchen roll vs shredded fleece
Hi! My boys reeeaally like to tear apart kitchen roll and use it as bedding but we are going through a LOT of towelling :lol: I was considering buying some fleece and shredding it up for them to then use as their bedding as this will probably be more durable and maybe (?) reusable if I put them in w...
- Fri Jan 15, 2021 8:57 pm
- Forum: Behaviour
- Topic: Dealing with a bully
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1797
Re: Dealing with a bully
Thankyou so much for the reply. Maybe I should get them all neutured...? As for feeding - I scatter feed but he will stay away from any of it while the others are busy foraging. I do however include lots of cage enrichment with lots of treats hidden in different bits and bobs that never gets fought ...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 8:56 am
- Forum: Behaviour
- Topic: Dealing with a bully
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1797
Dealing with a bully
Happy New Year!! I have 4 Bucks that I love dearly. I bought them together from a lovely breeder and they have always been happy, sociable, friendly rats. Lately I've noticed that the dynamics have changed in their cage. They have a huuuge cage, lots of room! But one of them, Cracker, has taken to w...
- Wed Jul 15, 2020 2:57 pm
- Forum: Behaviour
- Topic: Is free range a forced activity?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3660
Is free range a forced activity?
I have four 8 week old (tomorrow) bucks.... Who I LOVE!!!! I have had them since Saturday and I've been doing a mixture gentle and forced bonding. Sometimes I'll offer my hand with treats on for them to clamber over, sometimes I'll pop them in my big cardigan to run around in and other times I'll st...
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:23 pm
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: How do I wash hammocks/soft items
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4684
Re: How do I wash hammocks/soft items
I was considering this. I wasn't sure if it'd be too harsh. I guess if I rinse well it'll be fine..
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:22 pm
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: Oblong Grass Nest (PAH)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2467
Re: Oblong Grass Nest (PAH)
Thankyou!!!
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 7:38 am
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: Oblong Grass Nest (PAH)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2467
Oblong Grass Nest (PAH)
I bought a Grass Nest from Pets At Home and now I'm wondering if it's safe for Rats.....? I know there's certain things they can't have because of their delicate respiratory systems. Please help?!
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 12:06 pm
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: How do I wash hammocks/soft items
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4684
Re: How do I wash hammocks/soft items
Thankyou so much!
I don't suppose I could boggle your brain about cleaning the cage itself. I really want to stay as far away from harsh chemicals as I can.
I have seen a few things about white wine vinegar and water 1:1 ratio. Does that sound sufficient?
I don't suppose I could boggle your brain about cleaning the cage itself. I really want to stay as far away from harsh chemicals as I can.
I have seen a few things about white wine vinegar and water 1:1 ratio. Does that sound sufficient?
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 9:46 pm
- Forum: Habitat
- Topic: How do I wash hammocks/soft items
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4684
How do I wash hammocks/soft items
Hello! I am due my first lot of Baby Ratties this weekend. I had lots as a Child and I have some very fond memories but I am struggling to remember the cleaning regime.... Lots of people have mentioned they wash their hammocks/blankets and things. What do you wash them in? I know rats are so sensiti...