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The thought of a rodent as a pet does not appeal to most people, but don’t forget that great things come in small packages.
Just think Stuart Little. Or maybe Remy from Ratatouille.
Rats and mice are incredibly social, inquisitive and adventurous creatures, making them very rewarding and fantastic as pets.
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Entertaining to watch, they actively run, jump, climb and stand on their hind legs.
They also readily adapt to any new environment and posses a very highly developed sense of smell and hearing.
Although they are colour blind, they have very good vision even in dim light.
Both rats and mice are omnivorous and should always be provided with a continuous supply of food and water.
A grain and seed mix is a good staple diet but it is also recommended to feed fruit and vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, apples, watermelon and strawberries.
You must take care not to feed any human dairy products such as chocolate and never feed your rat or mouse any unripe fruit and vegetables as these can be toxic especially to rats.
As the individual personality of rats and mice varies, so too will their preference for food and treats.
Cages need to be sturdy, secure, chew proof and easy to access internally.
Rats and mice need sufficient space to play and exercise, satisfying their adventurous nature and preventing obesity.
Accessories such as wheels for exercise and places to hide help to provide an environment to keep your pet mentally and physically active, as well as safe and comfortable.
Things that they can chew such as salt licks and flavoured timber blocks help keep their teeth clean and healthy, helping to wear down their teeth which are always growing.
Rats and mice are great interactive companion pets and can provide the same love and affection as a cat or dog with much less space and expense requirements; a great alternative.
Please contact the friendly staff at the Pet Superstore for more information and facts about these awesome little pets.
Find them at 135 Redland Bay Road, Capalaba.
