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Looking after your rat

Making sure your rat is happy and healthy!

These factsheets will help you understand more about a rat’s needs and health issues that affect them.

Caring for your ratCaring for your ratFind out how you can help keep your rat happy and healthy.  RatFinding the right pet for youThis factsheet will help you choose the right pet for you and your family. Time to say goodbyeTime to say goodbyeSmall pets don’t live as long as humans but euthanasia can be a very difficult decision to make. This factsheet talks you through the process.  GerbilEnrichment for small petsSmall pets can be so much fun but how can you make sure they’re enjoying themselves too? There are lots of things you can do to enrich your pet’s environment and help keep them stimulated and happy. HHP rabbit outside subChoosing the right small pet Smallies come in all shapes and sizes – but which one’s right for you?  
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