Is my new male rat cute? Or is he CUTE? (pictures attached)?

Question

Is he cute or what? His names Dakota and i got him last Saturday. Don't lecture me about getting him a playmate. He's really happy just spending time with me.

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http://s278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/Saero/?action=view&current=Dakota003.jpg

Answer 1

Personally, I think he's adorable! I love rats and any other type of rodents. I have 6 Guinea Pigs at the moment, also where did you get the little guy?

Answer 2

he is CUTE !    awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww...hes so adarable and gorgeouse awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww......i love him x x x

Answer 3

Yes adorable.... and this is coming from a mouse ♥er

Answer 4

Awwe!! That rat reminds me of my first rat bella! If you are interested his breed is a smooth coat Agouti Japanese Hooded.  I love the Japanese hooded as they have very distinctive patterns down their backs which makes them so unique! Don't worry about getting a playmate as my first rat was kept by herself and as long as you make up for the play and affection, he will never feel alone or sad.  My girl lived for just over 4 years, which is a long time for a ratty.  Grats with your new baby boy, many fun times to come :D

Answer 5

He's cute but he needs a cagemate. Do not tell me not to lecture you, keeping a social animal alone is just selfish. Rats are so much happier with cagemates to groom, play, and sleep with.

Human interaction cannot replace same species interaction. We do not communicate on the same level.

Two rats are no more difficult than one. Here's more information on why rats need company, one article by the National Fancy Rat Society and one by Debbie Ducommun, the Rat Lady herself:

http://www.nfrs.org/company.html

http://www.ratfanclub.org/single.html

Please do NOT breed rats like another answerer suggested. Don't get him a female, get him a same s*x friend.

Answer 6

AWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE him!!!!!! hes soooo adorable!

I kno what you mean, by being lectured that you sould get him a play mate!

My rat did just fine with me

Answer 7

Aww. Yes, he's gorgeous.. I'm sure you know already, but be sure to give him lots of attention (hours) and lots of free-ranging time if you can manage... If you're going to be away for a while (school, work, etc) make sure to give him lots of stuff to do. (Ie: stuff to chew, explore, rip to shreds) ^^

Having just one rat is frowned upon by many, but it can be done!

P.S: Give him lots of belly kisses from me. xD

Answer 8

Chea this is a reeeeeeeeeeally cute rat. I no u told us not 2 lecture you but maybe you should get a little friend. A female you can breed them.... If u want more......