What are the best rat carriers?

Question

I feel I'm neglecting my rat during the day when I go out to see my friends etc. What would be the safest and most comfortable way for me to take my rat with me? Could someone link me to a rat sling, or something similar where the rat is secure but also free to stick her head out and socialise? Something from the UK is preferred.

Answer 1

Silly idea.

Rats are fine in a cage at home.

Yes, you can get pouches- Pets At Home sell them- but it's a silly idea to take ANY pet everywhere with you.

They're fine in a cage, go and live your life! Handle them daily, give them fresh food and water and enrichment, then leave them be. You'll do more harm than good taking them out everywhere- they're more likely to get stressed and sick than staying safely at home.

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Yeah, I work in Pets At Home- I've never had anyone ask about taking their rat out, but generally it is a bad idea.

Remember, as much as you love your pet, you are just humanizing and put human emotions on here.

Answer 2

It's a rat, dude.  It'll be just fine without you.

Answer 3

Easy on the language. This is a public site which means little kids do get on it. I agree with Law L, rats aren't like dogs they can't go absolutely everywhere. And I bet your baby would be even happier if she had a rat friend.

Rats get depressed when housed alone.