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Can you ship live feeder rats?
No, live rodents are illegal to transport or deliver through any mail carrier service.
Does Petco have live feeder rats?
Snake food—and frozen reptile food in general—typically consists of frozen mice and frozen rats. We carry several feeder mice sizes, from tiny pinkie mice to large mice, while feeder rat sizes range from small to jumbo.
How long do feeder rats live as pets?
Store-Bought and Feeder Rats Most store-bought rats will live 12 to 24 months. Some pet stores will receive lines from local fancy rat breeders, and your store-bought rat could live up to 36 months with great care, a stimulating environment and nutritious food.
How much do live feeder rats cost?
Rats
| Size | Weight/Length | 2,500+ |
|---|---|---|
| Small Plus Rats | 75-95 g/5.00″ – 8.00″ | $2.55 |
| Medium Rats | 95-175 g/6.00″ – 8.00″ | $2.85 |
| Large Rats | 175-275 g/8.00″ – 11.00″ | $3.75 |
| Jumbo Rats | 275-375 g/9.00″ – 13.00″ | $3.85 |
Does Petco sell live feeders?
Live Crickets: Feeder Crickets & Pinhead Crickets Check out Petco’s selection of live crickets to ensure your pet lizard or snake has a healthy meal that will engage their natural instincts and behaviors.
How long do rats from Petco live?
two to three years
How long to rats live? Rats can live up to two to three years with proper care.
Do rats from pet stores carry diseases?
Many people own and enjoy pet rats. However, pet rats, even when they look clean and healthy, can carry germs that can make people sick. A clean environment will help reduce the chance of the rat becoming sick and spreading germs to humans. Taking proper care of your animal is important to your own safety.
Can I buy rats online?
There are many opportunities online to buy pet rats, but make sure there are ways to ensure the safety of your new pet as it is shipped to your home. This is something to inquire with a potential breeder about.
Does chewy sell live worms?
EXOTIC NUTRITION Live Mealworms Reptile Food, Giant, 250 count – Chewy.com.
Can you have just 1 pet rat?
They often run in packs, whether in a small or large group. They enjoy the company of others, much like humans and other animals do. While it’s true that a single pet rat can often live a healthy life and won’t exactly pine for another rodent, it’s been shown that rats with a playmate or two are happier animals.
Is it OK to buy a rat from a pet store?
Buying a rat from a pet store is not like getting one from a breeder. You won’t know the background of your rat, and so it is a riskier endeavor. Not only this, but that money is going to support an organization which is in the business for the profit, not the betterment, of rats.