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Everything for your Dwarf Rat & Pygmy Rats – Cage, Food, Bedding & Ratscaping
Everything for your Dwarf Rat(s) at DRD Rodent Shop®
Pygmy rats (also called "dwarf rats") are smart, social, and curious animals. They want to climb, sniff, forage, and relax together. In this dwarf rat webshop, you'll find not only products but also a logically structured selection: from a safe dwarf rat cage to suitable bedding , food , and enrichment for ratscaping .
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For digging, comfort and a fresh base in the residence.
View dwarf rat bedding →Enrichment and natural layout: climbing, foraging and exploring.
View ratscaping →Complete food and targeted supplements for dwarf rats.
View dwarf rat food →Movement in a manner appropriate to size and running style.
View running wheels →Shelters, sleeping places and routes for a feeling of safety.
View houses →Space, safety and smart layout: the basis for well-being.
View dwarf rat cages →Buying a dwarf rat: how to prepare yourself wisely
Are you searching for "buy a dwarf rat"? You're often focused on preparation: what do you need before your dwarf rats come home? The steps below will help you quickly make the right choices (and avoid bad purchases).
- Start with the habitat: choose a safe, spacious dwarf rat cage with good ventilation and climbing opportunities.
- Build a solid base: combine suitable ground cover with multiple hiding places.
- Choose food that suits your pet: go for dwarf rat food and use extras mainly for enrichment.
- Add challenge: use ratscaping and create routes (heights, tunnels, plateaus).
- Exercise & play: check out the size and shape of the exercise wheels that best suit your pets.
Cage & furnishings: the basis for rest and activity
Pygmy rats are natural climbers and explorers. An enclosure works best when it's both safe and encourages movement. Consider multiple levels, hiding places, and routes. When choosing a cage, ensure sturdy materials and a bar spacing that prevents escape. In our Pygmy Rat Cages category, you'll find enclosures that suit this active behavior.
Tip: Always combine a cage with plenty of houses and create "walking routes" with platforms, perches, and safe passageways. This creates an enclosure your animals will love.
Ground cover: comfortable, practical and suitable
Good bedding contributes to comfort and a pleasant living environment. Pygmy rats appreciate a base where they can root and build nests, while you especially want it to be easy to maintain. In Pygmy Rat Bedding, you'll find options to suit various needs: from absorbent to extra soft, and from basic to mixed options for a richer habitat.
Want to compare more? Then also check out our general category : Bedding & Nesting Materials .
Food: choose clearly (without hassle)
Pygmy rats are inquisitive eaters and thrive on a complete, basic diet that meets their daily needs. Pygmy Rat Food offers carefully selected foods and supplements. Use extras primarily for enrichment: a fun way to forage, train, or add variety.
Want more of a challenge around feeding? Combine feeding with ratscaping (think hiding, scattering, and letting them search).
Ratscaping: enrichment that makes dwarf rats happy
Ratscaping is all about clever design: incorporating natural elements, routes, hiding places, and foraging opportunities. The result is an enclosure that's more than just a cage: it becomes an environment where your animals can climb, sniff, explore, and retreat. In Dwarf Rats Ratscaping, you'll find materials and inspiration to build this step by step.
Checklist: What do you need for dwarf rats?
Tips: maintenance, rest and variation
Dwarf rats thrive with a clear routine and regular variation in their environment. These tips will help you keep things practical:
- Work in zones: a quiet sleeping corner (houses) and an action corner (routes, ratscaping).
- Refresh smartly: don't replace everything at once, but work in phases (so the environment remains recognizable).
- Make foraging fun: scatter some of the food or hide it in ratscaping materials.
- Check materials: choose sturdy, safe items and replace parts that wear out.
Good to know
Always choose products that are appropriate for the size and behavior (climbing, nibbling, exploring). Unsure between two options? Start with the basics (cage + bedding + houses) and then expand with ratscaping and additional enrichment.
FAQ – Pygmy Rat & Pygmy Rats
Do dwarf rats like living together?
Pygmy rats are social animals. A well-designed enclosure with multiple hiding places and routes helps create peace and space within a group.
What is the most important thing to buy first?
Start with a safe cage , then add bedding and several houses . That way, you've got a solid foundation.
What kind of substrate is useful for dwarf rats?
That depends on your goal: comfort, maintenance, or mixing for added texture. In this category , you'll find options that are easy to compare.
What exactly is ratscaping?
Ratscaping is the clever arrangement and enhancement of a habitat with natural elements, routes, and foraging opportunities. See ratscaping for dwarf rats for inspiration and products.
Do dwarf rats need an exercise wheel?
Exercise is important. Some dwarf rats enjoy using a suitable exercise wheel as an additional activity, in addition to climbing and foraging. Check out our exercise wheel guide to see which types are suitable.
Where can I find everything in one overview?
You're already in the right place: this page brings together everything for dwarf rats. Want to shop more? Then also check out Bedding & Nesting Materials .
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