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Rat snacks – responsible rewards for pet rats
Spoil your rodents with the rich variety of the JR Farm Grainless HEALTH Vital Stomach Blocks. These special blocks are composed of carefully selected alpine meadow plants from the beautiful Alpine meadows.
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Looking for a healthy and natural addition to your rodent or rabbit's diet? Dried spelt flakes are a nutritious choice! These delicious flakes are not only rich in fibre, but also in proteins and vitamins, which contribute to healthy digestion and a vital
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Surprise box with an average of 11/15 responsible products, fully tailored to the natural needs of your rodent or rabbit. Choose from the granivore or herbivore edition!
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Rodent Healthy Sandwich – Natural Snack Burgers for Rodents & Rabbits (3 Flavours) A light and healthy snack burger made from natural ingredients. Available in three flavours: Lavender & Vegetables, Beetroot & Vegetables, and Hibiscus & Seeds.
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Dried rye flakes are a delicious and healthy treat for your rabbit, guinea pig, hamster or other rodent. They provide a wealth of fibre that contributes to good digestion and offers your pet the opportunity to forage in a natural way. These rye flakes are
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Special Edition Storage Tin with 3 Selective Naturals Snacks – Healthy Treats for Rodents & Rabbits! A stylish storage tin packed with healthy snacks: Country Loops, Orchard Loops, and Meadow Loops. Natural treats for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, an
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Buckwheat flakes are a delicious and nutritious addition to the diet of your rodents and rabbits. These flakes are rich in fiber and provide an excellent source of energy and health. Buckwheat flakes fit perfectly into the daily menu of your pets and help
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The Four-Leaf Clover Fortune Cookie is a natural chewy treat made with parsley, dogrose, and wheat. Ideal as a supplementary food for all rodents and rabbits, it supports dental wear and provides tasty nibbling fun.
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Natural supplements with lemon balm and chamomile to reduce stress and support emotional well-being. Suitable for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas.
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Amaranth Flakes for Rodents and Rabbits - A Healthy Choice! Amaranth flakes are an excellent addition to the diet of your rodents and rabbits. Not only do they provide a great source of nutrients, they are also a natural and healthy way to enrich your pet
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Natural supplements with glucosamine, turmeric, rosehip, and vitamin C. Suitable for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Tasty, healthy, and responsible!
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Quinoa Flakes for Small Pets and Rabbits – Healthy and Nutritious! Catchy Introduction: Quinoa flakes are a great and nutritious addition to your pet’s and rabbit’s diet. These natural ingredients provide a delicious variety in their daily diet, while pro
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The Veggie Bites Veggie Bowl is an edible snack bowl made from 100% natural ingredients. Healthy, tasty, and fun for rodents and rabbits.
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Veggie Bites Log 15.5 cm – completely edible natural snack for mice, hamsters, dwarf hamsters, gerbils and dwarf rats.
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A healthy and completely edible cactus-shaped snack. Great for desert-themed hamster scaping and suitable for small rodents.
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Delicious strawberry-shaped Veggie Bites in an edible basket. Everything is completely edible and made with natural ingredients. Healthy nibbling fun for all rodents and rabbits!
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Veggie Bites Flowers are completely edible flowers made from natural ingredients. A healthy, fiber-rich snack for rodents and rabbits that keeps them occupied and tasty.
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Discover Bunny Nature Crunchy Cracker – a healthy, crunchy snack with inulin that regulates blood sugar levels and supports intestinal flora.
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Healthy and completely edible vegetable snacks for rodents and rabbits. The Veggie Bites Vegetable (3 pieces) are high in fiber, tasty, and encourage natural gnawing behavior.
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Vegetable Pillows – Light & Crunchy Vegetable Snack for Rodents and Rabbits! Light, crunchy vegetable pillows from JR Farm with oats, alfalfa, and beetroot. A tasty, protein-rich snack that supports digestion. Suitable for all rodents and (dwarf) rabbits.
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JR Farm Vegetable Sticks for Rodents & Rabbits – Naturally munching delight! Deliciously crunchy vegetable sticks from JR Farm with carrot, alfalfa, and beetroot. A colorful, natural snack for all rodents and rabbits. A supplementary food, lightly pressed
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8 natural sushi rolls with vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Perfect as a varied snack or foraging reward for rodents and dwarf rabbits. In a convenient natural bowl. Serve in moderation.
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Rat snacks – responsible rewards for pet rats (with a focus on fun and balance)
Rat lovers know it: a snack is more than just a "tasty treat." It's a moment of connection, a taming aid, and a clever way to make foraging and training more fun. In this category, you'll find rat snacks that are suitable for pet rats: suitable for rewarding, enjoyable to work with in a group, and primarily intended as a supplement to a good basic diet.
At DRD Rodent Shop® , we like to keep things practical: clear snack types, helpful tips, and products suitable for rats in the home. We've been specializing in rodents and rabbits since 2011.
Snacks are extras: ideal for contact and training, but always in balance with the basic food.
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Hide, scatter, or use a snack ball/sniffing spot: foraging = activity and fun.
Play & Forage →
Choose a good base and use snacks as a supplement. This way, you'll maintain a better balance between energy and weight.
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Choosing rat snacks – quick selection guide
Want to make the right choice quickly? First, decide what you'll be using the snack for: taming, training, foraging, or simply a little treat. Then, choose a type of snack that suits your group (and your daily snack budget).
1) For taming & training (small, fast, repeatable)
- Choose snacks that you can give in mini portions (lots of treats, little “volume”).
- Useful for clicker/target training and for building trust in the beginning.
2) For foraging (searching = enrichment)
- Sprinkle a small portion of the daily ration of snacks in a sniffing spot or hide them throughout the enclosure.
- Combine with a Ratscaping corner or a digging bucket for extra searching work.
3) For variety in taste & texture (in moderation)
- Seed/harvest snacks : popular, but often energy-rich → ideal as a reward, not “unlimited”.
- Fruit/vegetable snacks : great for variety, but watch your portion size. For a specific dried offering: Dried Fruit & Vegetables .
✔ Tip for groups: preferably distribute snacks in several small areas to avoid “snack stress”.
What kinds of rat snacks can you find here?
Rats are curious and smart. This makes snacks ideal for providing variety and challenge. In this category, you'll mainly find snacks suitable for rats, complementing a good base:
- Protein-rich snacks (e.g. animal proteins): popular as a reward and nice for variety.
- Seed and harvest snacks : tasty and convenient for foraging, but usually energy-rich → in moderation.
- Spicy and plant-based snacks : for variety in scent/flavor and fun to hide.
- Vegetable/fruit additions : for extra variety, also check the separate vegetable/fruit category.
How many snacks are rats allowed? (Realistic and rat-proof)
The "right" amount depends on age, activity level, and fitness level. A practical principle: snacks are extra . Keep them small, especially with energy-rich snacks like seeds and some protein snacks. Do you train a lot? Then work with micro-rewards (tiny pieces) so you can reward frequently without the rewards adding up.
Smart feeding: how to make snacks useful (and not just “tasty”)
- Out of hand : perfect for building trust (especially with young or new rats).
- Scattering/hiding : encourages foraging and keeps bright minds busy.
- Puzzle/Snack Game : Combine with items from Play & Forage for an extra challenge.
- Balance with basic food : make sure the main meal is balanced. Also consider Rat Pellets or Herbs & Seeds if you're primarily working with "small rewards."
Checklist – responsible rat snacks
✔ Use snacks as a supplement to a good basic diet.
✔ Choose mini portions (especially during training and with energy-rich snacks).
✔ Make it fun: hide, scatter, or work with foraging games.
✔ Consider the group: distribute snacks to limit competition.
✔ Pay attention to condition: if (threatening to be) overweight = reward less and smaller amounts.
Safety
Introduce new treats slowly and observe how your rats react to them (especially in a group). Remove any leftovers that become wet or sticky, and avoid strongly seasoned, salty, or "people treat"-like products. Not sure what's appropriate for your situation? Opt for small portions and a simple treat, and keep the basic food as the primary food.
FAQ – rat snacks
What are good snacks for pet rats?
Treats that can be given in small portions and are suitable for rats as a supplement. Consider reward treats for training, foraging treats for hiding, and variety treats (such as fruits and vegetables) in moderation.
Can I give my rat a snack every day?
That's possible, as long as you keep it small and maintain your basic diet. Many rats actually thrive on multiple mini-rewards instead of one large snack.
My rats are getting fat quickly – what now?
Choose less energy-dense snacks, reduce portion sizes, and use snacks primarily as "training opportunities" (micro-rewards). Also, keep an eye on the total amount of extras in addition to the basic food.
How do I use treats to tame rats?
Start by offering them gently from the hand at set times. Reward curiosity and gentle contact. This way, you build trust without overfeeding your rats.
✔ Responsible snacks for rewarding, training and foraging
✔ Practical selection aid: suitable for your rats and your routine
✔ Specialist since 2011
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