Can pet rats live outside

Answer 1

That depends, a pet rat is technically a Norway or Brown rat these animals do live in the wild and thrive there as they are very adaptable animals. However, if you own a rat and have some case where you can no longer keep it DO NOT release it into the wild, give it away to an animal shelter. A rat that has been raised in the comfort of human care will not survive for long in the wild if it does not have a large pack to live with.

Answer 2

no, a pet rat would never survive in the wild. Pet rats were raised as pets and are used to being fed, given water and cuddled. they would not understand what to do or how to survive if they were suddenly placed in the wild. If you do not want your rat anymore please put him/her up for adoption or give to the local human society. Do not place him/her in the wild it is the equivalent of abuse.

Answer 3

Pet rats are domesticated animals and cannot survive in the wild. They require a controlled indoor environment to thrive, as they are prone to temperature fluctuations, predators, and diseases if kept outside. It is best to provide them with a secure and enriching indoor habitat.

Answer 4

It may be a good idea to take them to a vet first. There are many diseases that wild rats can carry. It may not be worth the risk.

Answer 5

I have got a pet rat and she lives in a very large cage upsatirs in my house, with ropes,tubes,tunnels, ect ect

Answer 6

I recommend leaving all your pet rats outside.