Can I use my shampoo and my rat?

Cleaning agents you can use for your rat:
Baby shampoo. Mild Oatmeal shampoo. Kitten shampoo. Dishwashing liquid (tail or greasy back)
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Can I wash rat with soap?

First, rodents don't need to use soap. In fact, rat enthusiasts are concerned for the welfare of the animal: Rats clean themselves by licking, so pouring soap on a rat isn't good for them. The animal doesn't appear to be being rinsed off, either, just soaped-up, as Gizmodo points out.
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Can rats have dog shampoo?

shampoos are great. Don't ever use people shampoos because they aren't formulated for animals, least of all small ones, and can harm them. Whether your rat has parasites or not, never use standard flea and tick shampoos on them because mostaren't safe for small animals.
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Do rats like a bath?

Some rats love swimming and bathing, but for some, a bath can be a stressful experience. Bathing can be stressful for the both of you, especially the first time.
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What soap can I use to bathe my rat?

Cleaning agents you can use for your rat:

Baby shampoo. Mild Oatmeal shampoo. Kitten shampoo. Dishwashing liquid (tail or greasy back)
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Why does my rat smell like pee?

Smelly rats are most often caused, unintentionally by insufficient care and cleaning. The so called smell is usually ammonia from their urine which can be quite pungent when left for long periods.
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Do pet rats like to play in water?

Water to play with - if your rats enjoy playing with water, give them the opportunity to swim in a shallow container, safely and with you keeping an eye on them. Some rats enjoy playing in water, but never make them swim if they don't want to.
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Why is my rat sneezing?

Upper and lower respiratory diseases are very common in rats. Respiratory disease can present with a number of signs including sneezing, wheezing, nasal discharge, and unusual noises while breathing, including rattling or honking.
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Do rats need sand baths?

Other small animals in the wild take frequent dust baths to help absorb skin oils and dirt from their fur to keep their coats clean and healthy. Rats, on the other hand, do not take dust baths and it is not part of the natural behavior.
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What should I name my rat?

Famous Rat Names
  • Scabbers (Harry Potter)
  • Captain Dirtbeard (Turbo Fast)
  • Remy (Ratatouille)
  • Rizzo (The Muppet Show)
  • Splinter (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
  • Twitch (League of Legends)
  • Ratasha (Forest Friends)
  • Jake (Rescuers Down Under)
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Do rats know their names?

Teaching your rat its own name is an easy and fun first step in training. With a few treats and some practice, your rat will learn to recognize its own name and come to you when called.
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Can I put baking soda in my rat cage?

Sprinkle a little baking soda in the bottom of the cage before adding litter, or simply place an open container of baking soda close to the rat cage to cut down on odors. This technique does not allow less frequent cage cleaning, but can reduce odors in a small space with poor ventilation.
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Do pet rats like to be held?

Rats are friendly and outgoing pets who really enjoy human company. Unlike most small pets, rats love being picked up and handled by their human owners. While rats do enjoy human interaction, they'll need to be picked up and handled from a young age so they're used to it.
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How often should I bathe my pet rats?

Unless your rat gets dirty somehow, bathing it only on occasion will make it smell less. When bathed, animals lose some of the natural oils secreted by their body that protect them from the elements. The animal will reproduce any lost oils, which will be of a stronger smell. Bathe your rat no more than once a month.
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What is the IQ of a rat?

Rat Fact - The average IQ of a rat is 105.
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How do you tell if a rat likes you?

If your rat is interested in maintaining physical contact with you, it means they love and trust you. You may see them follow you around the house, seek your attention by standing on two legs in front of you, or invite you to play together. They all mean they like to spend time with you.
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Do female rats have periods?

At the end of each infertile cycle as progesterone levels decline the uterus is unable to maintain this terminally differentiated stroma and the superficial endometrium is shed. True menstruation has never been reported in rodents.
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Can rats have cheese?

Rats will eat almost everything you give them, and, although they will eat cheese if it's given to them, they don't quite see it as a treat. In fact, cheese is seen as just another food by most rats. Although rats can eat cheese in small amounts, it's not always the healthiest food to give to your rodent buddy.
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How old do rats get?

Rats live an average of two years, whether they are wild or in captivity. Pet rats may live up to 6 or 7 years in extreme cases (more on this below), but given their small size and genetic makeup, most small rodents live two years or less.
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