What should rats be fed?
Rats are omnivorous, meaning they can eat both meat and vegetables. It is a good idea to feed your rat with bowls that can be scalded in hot water after use to maintain cleanliness. The basis of your rat’s diet should be whole or rolled oats or wholemeal bread and milk. Raw fruit and vegetables should be given daily. Favorites include carrot, celery and apple. Green food should be fed only in moderation – dandelion, watercress and raw spinach being considered particularly good. Citrus fruits should be avoided as the acetic acid content can cause bloating and stomach problems. Hay is also important to rats. A salt lick is not really required as rats get most of their required intake from their food.
