Seriously thinking about getting a couple of pet rats. They would be for my children (not for me at all ) and I..I mean my kids...would name them muffin & crumpet. I have done a bit of research and found a good sized cage in p@h with a hammock, different levels & a litter tray. I'm taking dcs to a very respected pet shop tomorrow where they breed many of their own animals, just to have a look before making any commitment. I just need a couple of bits of advice. We have a cat. She is oldish & lazy but occasionally can be a bit of mouser. The rats would be kept in their cage in the kitchen, which the cat has free run of, & would be supervised when out of their cage but are rats & cats together a no-no? Also, I've heard male rats are more cuddly & affectionate than girls but that they are smellier as they wee everywhere to mark their territory. Don't mind cleaning the cage as often as it needs but hope they will have plenty of free roaming time & am worried about carpets getting stinky! Also, doesn't rat urine carry disease? Or is that not a risk with pet rats. Would appreciate any help from the ratty lovers out there!
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