They should be responsible enough to know that separating the rodent from the mother earlier results in medical and behavioural issues. If your rat is a picky eater and likes to eat selectively, then look for a pellet mix where everything is mixed together rather than a seed mix. The best thing to start with is rat pellets. Chinchillas, Hedgehogs, Pygmy, Sugar Gliders - 8 weeks old or older. Dumbo rats, like all other rat breeds, are omnivores, meaning that they will eat anything and everything.Degus, Gerbils, Hamsters - 4 weeks old or older.The advertiser should only release the rodents from their mothers when they are: There is also no means to recover your money if issues arise. Never pay anything online through money transfer companies especially if you have not personally visited the advertiser and seen the pet, this includes deposit and delivery cost for the pet. If they keep on giving you excuses why you could not visit their home or the address stated in the advert is not the accurate and permanent location of the pet, consider this a red flag. The advertiser should allow you to personally see the rodents with their mother. They have slim and agile bodies and are between. Domesticated rats are between 9-11 inches long with tails between 7-9 inches. Fancy is the common name for all large, domesticated rats. UK Pets does not verify the authenticity of all advertisers. While the Dumbo variety has lower set, rounder ears, standard Fancy rats have highly set, more compact ears. Do not settle for online communications and photos. This rat named Rodney was born in Oklahoma in 1983 and died in 1990. The longest lifespan on record for a Dumbo Rat is 7 years and 4 months. This is a result of improved care of pet rats in areas such as feeding and veterinary medicine. Most rats cannot digest dairy products easily. Recently, Dumbo Rats in captivity have started to live longer, some reaching 4 years old. Citrus fruits, corn, and alfalfa are to be completely avoided. Take time to visit the advertiser's home to confirm if they are genuine. A regular diet of lab blocks, food pellets, and grain mix, with an occasional treat of fresh fruits or vegetables, will keep your dumbo rat in good health. Since owning a pet is a big commitment, you should research about the breed fully to make sure it fits your current lifestyle and budget. Have you done your research?Ĭarry out the research so you have all the necessary knowledge of the pet you are getting. We encourage you to read these guidelines before buying or adopting a rodent. What-ever I can do to make them stay with me a little longer I will.Be extra cautious with online transactions! Dumbo rats are the more modern variety and have been bred to have low-set ears, which stand out prominently from their heads. I have many that last 3-5 years of age with-out any tumors and major health issues. I really feel the worst part of owning rats is that they just do not live long enough, it aches the heart. Dumbo Ear Rat Rodents for sale in West Monroe, L. 326827 We have many types of Dumbo Eared Fancy rats for sale. You can learn more on my page on Rat Varieties. Dumbo Eared Fancy Rats louisiana, district c. Dumbo is simply a gene that affects the ear type and placement. It is just a different ear type and nothing more.
I have found what works for us here to allow the rats to be raised happy. Dumbos are still fancy rats, that same as standards. There are MANY opinions and outdated information out there. I have been breeding for 20+ years and have learned so many things about rats and their care. I will not send more than one a month if at all. You may sign up for the newsletter by joining the website. I do try and send out a newsletter about things to come through the month, litters and what we may be planning. I may not always be available and many emails are often answered late in the evening or on weekends. My rats are raised in my home around our 'normal' day to day, work, play and life. How long the dumbo rats live depends very much on the living conditions. At the age of one and a half months, the rats are completely independent. From the age of three weeks, Dumbo rats start eating adult food. Under "how to adopt" you will find information on adoption and our policies. When the babies are 14-15 days old, they are ready to learn about the world and communicate with people. On the "informational" tab you will find links and articles I enjoy. Please use the navigation bar at the top of this page to view our policies, and who may be available for adoption on the "available" page.
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