{"id":54130,"date":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","slug":"what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a good size cage for 2 rats?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_is_a_good_size_cage_for_2_rats\" title=\"What is a good size cage for 2 rats?\">What is a good size cage for 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_does_a_rat_cage_need_to_be_for_4_rats\" title=\"How big does a rat cage need to be for 4 rats?\">How big does a rat cage need to be for 4 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_cage_is_best_for_2_rats\" title=\"What cage is best for 2 rats?\">What cage is best for 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_size_cage_should_a_rat_have\" title=\"What size cage should a rat have?\">What size cage should a rat have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Is_it_better_to_have_2_or_3_rats\" title=\"Is it better to have 2 or 3 rats?\">Is it better to have 2 or 3 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_much_space_do_you_need_for_4_rats\" title=\"How much space do you need for 4 rats?\">How much space do you need for 4 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Is_4_rats_too_many\" title=\"Is 4 rats too many?\">Is 4 rats too many?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_size_cage_should_I_get_for_3_rats\" title=\"What size cage should I get for 3 rats?\">What size cage should I get for 3 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Is_it_okay_to_have_3_rats\" title=\"Is it okay to have 3 rats?\">Is it okay to have 3 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_2_rats\" title=\"How big of a cage do you need for 2 rats?\">How big of a cage do you need for 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_cage_is_best_for_two_rats\" title=\"What cage is best for two rats?\">What cage is best for two rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_do_I_need_for_2_rats\" title=\"What do I need for 2 rats?\">What do I need for 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Can_2_rats_be_in_the_same_cage\" title=\"Can 2 rats be in the same cage?\">Can 2 rats be in the same cage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_should_a_rats_cage_be\" title=\"How big should a rats cage be?\">How big should a rats cage be?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#What_type_of_cage_is_best_for_rats\" title=\"What type of cage is best for rats?\">What type of cage is best for rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_much_room_do_rats_need_in_a_cage\" title=\"How much room do rats need in a cage?\">How much room do rats need in a cage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_does_a_rat_cage_need_to_be_for_2_rats\" title=\"How big does a rat cage need to be for 2 rats?\">How big does a rat cage need to be for 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Is_3_rats_a_good_number\" title=\"Is 3 rats a good number?\">Is 3 rats a good number?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Is_it_OK_to_have_only_2_rats\" title=\"Is it OK to have only 2 rats?\">Is it OK to have only 2 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Are_rats_happier_in_pairs\" title=\"Are rats happier in pairs?\">Are rats happier in pairs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_4_rats\" title=\"How big of a cage do you need for 4 rats?\">How big of a cage do you need for 4 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Can_4_rats_live_together\" title=\"Can 4 rats live together?\">Can 4 rats live together?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_3_rats\" title=\"How big of a cage do you need for 3 rats?\">How big of a cage do you need for 3 rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#Can_you_keep_4_rats_together\" title=\"Can you keep 4 rats together?\">Can you keep 4 rats together?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-good-size-cage-for-2-rats\/#How_many_rats_are_too_many\" title=\"How many rats are too many?\">How many rats are too many?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_good_size_cage_for_2_rats\"><\/span>What is a good size cage for 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>72cm x 36cm x 44cm<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_does_a_rat_cage_need_to_be_for_4_rats\"><\/span>How big does a rat cage need to be for 4 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to pet rat cages, the larger the better. Aim for a minimum of <b>2 cubic feet of space per rat<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cage_is_best_for_2_rats\"><\/span>What cage is best for 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A single rat or a litter of babies need a minimum of 2 cubic feet to be able to properly move around and exercise. <b>With two adult rats, you should increase the space of the cage by 2 cubic feet for a minimum of 4 cubic feet, though it&#8217;s suggested that the cage be larger to help prevent the risk of fighting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_size_cage_should_a_rat_have\"><\/span>What size cage should a rat have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The general rule of thumb for rat cage size is <b>at least 2 cubic feet of space per rat. This is the minimum rat cage size. If your pet rat is larger than average or you simply want to give your pet(s) more room to live in, which we recommend, you may choose to buy one with extra space.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_have_2_or_3_rats\"><\/span>Is it better to have 2 or 3 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rats can be housed in pairs, although <b>a trio or more often live in better harmony as they create their own social network. Pairs of rats can sometimes get agitated with one another and will tend to show dominant behaviour. Time spent out of the cage and fun training can help prevent this.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_space_do_you_need_for_4_rats\"><\/span>How much space do you need for 4 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aim for a minimum of <b>2 cubic feet of space per rat. The wire spacing is important toono more than 1-inch by 2-inch spaces for adults and smaller for babies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_4_rats_too_many\"><\/span>Is 4 rats too many?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Between 2 and 4 rats are considered a good starting number though cage size and personal preference will often determined how many within this group. One thing to note is that often when keeping groups of rats one will die at a significantly earlier age than the others, sometimes around 1 year and above.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_size_cage_should_I_get_for_3_rats\"><\/span>What size cage should I get for 3 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you bring in a third rat, you should increase the size of the cage to <b>8 cubic feet to help minimize the threat of fighting and to give them enough space for exercising, playing, sleeping, and eating.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_to_have_3_rats\"><\/span>Is it okay to have 3 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rats can be housed in pairs, although <b>a trio or more often live in better harmony as they create their own social network. Pairs of rats can sometimes get agitated with one another and will tend to show dominant behaviour. Time spent out of the cage and fun training can help prevent this.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_2_rats\"><\/span>How big of a cage do you need for 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The minimum suggested cage size for 2 rats is <b>72cm x 36cm x 44cm, however the bigger the better is always recommended to enable a good space for enrichment using toys\/accessories, as well as plenty of room to exercise and climb. The bars should be no more than 17mm apart or they may get their heads stuck or escape.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cage_is_best_for_two_rats\"><\/span>What cage is best for two rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>To help you choose, we&#8217;ve rounded up some of the best rat cage products below.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BEST OVERALL: Midwest Deluxe Critter Nation.<\/li>\n<li>BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Mcage 3 Levels Small Animal Cage.<\/li>\n<li>BEST FOR MULTIPLE ADULTS: MidWest Homes for Pets Deluxe Ferret Nation.<\/li>\n<li>BEST FOR TWO ADULT RATS: Prevue Hendryx Black Feisty Ferret Cage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_need_for_2_rats\"><\/span>What do I need for 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two full size rats should have <b>at least three square feet of floor space (either on one level or multiple levels) and enough vertical space on each level so they can stand up without having to crouch. Wire cages are preferred to aquariums so there is not a build-up of smell.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_2_rats_be_in_the_same_cage\"><\/span>Can 2 rats be in the same cage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rats can be housed in pairs, although a trio or more often live in better harmony as they create their own social network. Pairs of rats can sometimes get agitated with one another and will tend to show dominant behaviour. Time spent out of the cage and fun training can help prevent this.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_should_a_rats_cage_be\"><\/span>How big should a rats cage be?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a general rule, if you have one rat, your cage should be <b>no smaller than 1.5 to 2.5 cubic feet (or 18 x 15 x 12.5, which is the ideal size and works out to 2 cubic feet). The more rats you have, the larger the cage should be.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_cage_is_best_for_rats\"><\/span>What type of cage is best for rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Metal wiring is the best material for a rat cage because it&#8217;s generally inexpensive, durable, and resistant to chewing or gnawing. If you choose a metal cage, however, make sure to purchase one that&#8217;s coated so that it won&#8217;t rust or corrode over time.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_room_do_rats_need_in_a_cage\"><\/span>How much room do rats need in a cage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>about 2.5 cubic feet<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_does_a_rat_cage_need_to_be_for_2_rats\"><\/span>How big does a rat cage need to be for 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>72cm x 36cm x 44cm<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_3_rats_a_good_number\"><\/span>Is 3 rats a good number?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Three rats means that <b>if one passes, the surviving pair are not left alone and will be less likely to suffer from depression at their cage mate&#8217;s passing. It will allow you more time to find new cage mate(s) for them, if you plan on continuing to own rats and maintain a healthy colony.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_have_only_2_rats\"><\/span>Is it OK to have only 2 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being highly social creatures, <b>rats are happiest in pairs or small groups. For obvious reasons, you must keep them in single-gender pairs. Male rats don&#8217;t really show the overly territorial behavior that other male pets do, and they tend to be more placid than females.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_rats_happier_in_pairs\"><\/span>Are rats happier in pairs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>two rats<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_4_rats\"><\/span>How big of a cage do you need for 4 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rat cages. The best home for your rats is a wire cage  the larger and taller the better, as rats are active and love to climb. A rat cage should be <b>at least 90cm (L) x 60cm (D) x 120cm (H) for two to five rats (larger for bigger groups).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_4_rats_live_together\"><\/span>Can 4 rats live together?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Between 2 and 4 rats are considered a good starting number though cage size and personal preference will often determined how many within this group. One thing to note is that often when keeping groups of rats one will die at a significantly earlier age than the others, sometimes around 1 year and above.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_a_cage_do_you_need_for_3_rats\"><\/span>How big of a cage do you need for 3 rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rats can be housed in pairs, although a trio or more often live in better harmony as they create their own social network. Pairs of rats can sometimes get agitated with one another and will tend to show dominant behaviour.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_keep_4_rats_together\"><\/span>Can you keep 4 rats together?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rats can be housed in pairs, although a trio or more often live in better harmony as they create their own social network. Pairs of rats can sometimes get agitated with one another and will tend to show dominant behaviour.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_rats_are_too_many\"><\/span>How many rats are too many?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rats are social creatures, and need to be in groups of at least two, although <b>3 or more rats is ideal. If a rat is kept alone, it can become depressed very easily and be more prone to illness and self mutilation.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is a good size cage for 2 rats?How big does a rat cage need to be for 4 rats?What cage is best for 2 rats?What size cage should a rat have?Is it better to have 2 or 3 rats?How much space do you need for 4 rats?Is 4 rats too many?What&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54130","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54130"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54130"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54130\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54130"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54130"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54130"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}