Pet Forum / Mammals / Rats / May 2007

I'm so very sorry for your loss.
If Eddie is in good health, I would introduce two new young rats to her.
When a bonded rat loses their companion, it can be very hard on them.
A pair of young rats or babies can sometimes rejuvenate the older one.

I'm sorry you lost one of your girls.

Here are a few web pages with useful info on introducing rats:
http://ratguide.com/care/behavior/introducing_rats.php
http://www.rmca.org/Resources/aintro.txt
http://www.ratfanclub.org/newrat.html

Please let us know how you get on!

Tracey

When Yuki and Winston lost Junior is was as if a pall had been cast on their
home. They showed such depression. I introduced the new boys to them within
the week and they perked up immensely. They still share separate cages, till
the pups grow a bit more. But it was the best things for my fellows. All the
kids are happy now.

I send you my regards for your loss and wish you for nothing but the best.

HUGS,
Lynn
Hi All,

Sadly, one of my pet rats passed on yesterday. She had a happy life
but had been ill for a while, so it was not too supprising. She lived
with a companion (both around 18 months old) who is now on her own.
I'm not sure what to do, as the remaining rat (Eddie) loved Charles
company; would it be best to get a new rat or rats? If so, how should
they be introduced etc?
Any help or insights would be greatly appreciated.