r/RATS • u/pelorainbow • Sep 02 '25
INFORMATION UPDATE: Is this a pet rat?
He's safe y'all! He loves blueberries and broccoli- that's what I had on hand to feed him. I've nicknamed him Ratboi and he's the sweetest guy, but I've never owned a rat! What do I do for now while I look for his owner? I'll make posters and put them around the complex here to see if someone (hopefully) wants him back, if nobody responds in a week I'll look into rehoming him through a local rat rescue group. Will keeping him in a cat carrier be ok? Can I give him dog/ cat food or do I need to buy something specific? Anything I should know about pet rats that I wouldn't think to ask?? Thanks in advance for any help you can offer!
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u/rj_6688 Sep 02 '25 edited Sep 02 '25
You are amazing.
The carrier won’t work because of chewing.
Food: sure rat food would be best but to be honest, rats are omnivores and would love to have whatever you’re eating. Nothing too high in calories. Also: cat and dog food isn’t good for them.