How Much Do Pet Rats Cost to Keep?

Rats are fairly inexpensive to keep. You will likely spend around $10 per month on food and bedding. The larger the cage, the more bedding you will need. You will also need to clean the cage every week and purchase toys to keep your rat entertained. Toys will also need to be replaced from time to time.

You should also consider getting another rat companion to reduce the amount of time your pet spends playing outside of the cage. Rats are social animals and will do best with other rats of the same sex. While it is not recommended to get more than two pets, if you are sure that your rat companions will get along, there is no harm in adding another one.

Rats can be fed human food but you should avoid using refined sugars. However, most human food is safe for rats. You should also buy bedding that doesn’t need to be expensive. Bedding that is made from paper or fleece is ideal. It can be purchased at a discount and can last for several months.