Rat Care Basics
Rat Care Quiz: Test Your Knowledge!
Are you a rat owner or considering adopting these fantastic pets? This quiz will help you assess your understanding of rat care basics. From their social needs to proper housing and diet, find out how well you know what it takes to keep your furry friends happy and healthy.
Take this quiz to learn:
- Essential facts about rat care
- What to know before getting a rat
- Common misconceptions about rat behavior
Can rats live alone?
No, rats must be kept in groups
Yes, rats can be kept alone with enough human interaction
Can you house males and females together?
No, unless one group is spayed/neutered
Yes
Should rats be kept in tanks, even with a wire cage topper?
Yes, the cage topper adds ventilation.
No, a tank does not provide enough ventilation even with a cage topper.
Which substrates are healthy and appropriate for rats to live on? (multiple correct answers)
Wire/No substrate
Kiln-dried Aspen shavings
Kiln-dried Pine shavings
Cedar shavings
Carefresh or other paper bedding
Equine-grade cardboard
Shredded cardboard boxes
Newspaper, paper towels, or toilet paper
Fleece, when paired with a dig box and changed every other day
Hemp based bedding
What is the best place to get rats? (multiple correct answers)
A reputable, ethical rat breeder
A store such as Petco or Pets At Home
A feeder bin/reptile shop
If I'm prepared for the risks, a shelter/rescue/rehoming site.
A random breeder from craigslist or similar site
Can rats go outside?
Yes, with supervision they will not run away or get sick.
No, never. The risk of them running or getting ill/injured is too high.
Can rats play with other animals?
No, rats are prey animals and will be stressed out, or could get injured on accident.
Yes, predatory animals can be trained out of their instincts.
Should a rat ever bite?
Yes, it's in their nature.
No. Biting is a genetic component that good breeders remove from their lines.
After getting a new rat, what should you do?
Quarantine it in a separate air space from other rats in the household for 2 weeks.
Put it in with the other rats immediately.
What is the best method for introducing rats?
Put both groups in a neutral space for 20-30 minutes at a time until they're completely bonded.
Put both groups into a shared cage immediately.
Put both groups into a carrier and force them to bond.
Put both groups in the bathtub with a small amount of water and force them to 'stress-bond'.
Put both groups in a neutral space with a drop of yogurt on each rat, and force them to bond by grooming.
What kind of wheel should rats have?
Rats love wheels and saucers, as long as they can fit inside, it's good.
Not all rats enjoy wheels, but if one is provided it should be at least 14-16inches in diameter, and no saucers.
What do rats eat? (multiple correct answers)
Any seed mix from a pet store.
Any lab block from a pet store.
Table scraps or small versions of human meals.
A nutritionally complete lab block such as Oxbow Adult or Science Selective.
A nutritionally complete grain mix.
Entirely fruits and veggies.
Grass and Hay.
What should you do when a rat gets sick or injured?
Book a vet appointment immediately, then consult with others for more information.
Look for advice on facebook first.
Research the health issue in depth first.
Attempt to cure the rat at home first.
How long do rats live?
0-1 year
2-3 years
4-7 years
8+ years
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