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Obtaining and caring for Rats

QUESTION: How old should the rats be when I buy them?

ANSWER: Minimum 6 weeks or 80 grams, no maximum age. Can be bought at any age over 6 weeks, over 8 weeks is recommended. If bought younger the rat might eat poorly and become a runt or die. Do not just buy one! Rats need the company of other nice tempered rats!


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Last update: 11th of August 2006.