Fancy Rats Archive forum: 2002 - 2011

Good news! I'm glad you're all happier.

Yes.

I'm sure they'll be fine. I think it causes less stress to get the introduction process over with quickly.

This is the "basis" of the Shunamite Diet: base mix 60% cereals 20% dried veg, herbs and seeds 10% extra protein 10% ( dog kibble/ dried insects/ soya flakes etc) The base mix could be one of the straight mixes as sold by Rat Rations or a complete rabbit muesli mix (not pellets), If using a rabbit m...

Put them in the carrier and leave them there overnight.

emma10 wrote:th only option is to swap the ratty corner with the dining table (which she says will not happen)
oh well, back to the drawing board

Bad luck.

acapae_wolf wrote:Yes, I know it's uses and things; hence why I have it in the first place
Keeping a little bit and finding someone who wants it sounds like a good idea, thanks.

I don't know how much you've got Beri, but I'd probably buy it from you!

tagalong wrote: but it is great as it withstands numerous washes at high temperatures (can be autoclaved ) and doesn't fall apart .

Yes, I forgot that bit!

I like this stuff for poorly animals. It stays in place, keeps them warm and pee goes straight through it so they stay dry.

Bedmax?

Ah - I know this rat! Hello Libby - I hope you feel better soon.

Kim N wrote:I use the Ferplast shelves upside down. They have just enough of a lip that I can put substrate in and it helps immensely!

Ooh what an exciting idea!
That's my project for tomorrow then.

I'm afraid they poo and pee on the Explorer shelves too.
I only use mine occasionally. Most of the time I cable tie or hang those plastic trays that greengrocers have - and I put a layer of substrate in them so they don't get mucky.

I'd just let them have half the tower to start with and only open it up when the group is harmonious. I wouldn't give them any tubes, sputniks or igloos until they completely settle either.

I had a really doddery old man who was suddenly left on his own. At that stage I had a group of 6 recently seperated male babies - with trepidation I popped him in with them. He loved it and to my astonishment he played with them (in a flat on the floor, HLD sort of way!)