Everything I did wrong with my first pet rats

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  • @FaithfulRattos
    @FaithfulRattos 3 роки тому +7

    I love seeing other pet owners be honest about mistakes they've made in the past! It think it's something we need to talk about and make sure we are constantly looking to improve and do better for our animals!

  • @michaelpisocki264
    @michaelpisocki264 3 роки тому +4

    I have been a Rat Dad for 6 years. Just like you, I did a lot of things wrong at first. 1) Bought a solo rat, but bought a friend 2 days later. 2) Had a tank for the first cage. 3) Bought the wrong food (Kaytee) at first and fought against buying more expensive stuff. 3) Didn't free roam for weeks after getting them. 4) My first 4 rats were pet store rats. For me, these little ladies lived for a long time. Chain pet stores are cringy, but Mom & Pop stores should be looked at. Luckily I found All Things Pet Rats on FB and eventually became an admin for them. Using computer sites at first wasn't fun because some rat parents out there were pretty harsh to me, especially about my cage. I still do some controversial things with my boys such as no bedding and no dig boxes. I switched from girls to boys because of mammary tumors. My mischief is kept at 8. I did name my mischief The Veselka Mischief. Veselka is Ukrainian for rainbow.

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      I’ve heard about rat forums and how the people on their are harsh to new rat owners, and instead of helping them they judge. It’s sad! We don’t know everything when we first start out and we shouldn’t be judged for that!
      Also do you prefer having boy rats now that you’ve experienced both girls and boys? I really want to get some girls because I’ve heard they scent mark less (my boys like to pee everywhere in my room and I have to wash everything so much!)

    • @michaelpisocki264
      @michaelpisocki264 3 роки тому +1

      @@reeselli3749 Some forums are harsh. You have to ignore them because most members are great. I had girls at first and changed to boys because mammary tumors. I love my stinky boys.

    • @michaelpisocki264
      @michaelpisocki264 3 роки тому +1

      @@reeselli3749 By the way, you never reach 100% knowledge status when it comes to rats.

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      @@michaelpisocki264 Lol it’s true, I’m always learning about them!

  • @Tinyburritosnail
    @Tinyburritosnail 3 роки тому +9

    Tbh I don’t think it’s your fault. You were so young how should I know better. Also the times changed and now the internet is full with information, so it’s way easier to really get in touch with the right care.
    It’s not about how many mistakes u make in pet care, it’s about how u handle it if somebody tells u what’s wrong and how you try to improve it.
    Thank you so much for being brutally honest with us !❤️

  • @-quinn-4996
    @-quinn-4996 3 роки тому +4

    Ok but why do you only have 342 subscribers??? You’re honestly so underrated and I absolutely LOVE UR VIDEOS!

  • @gabrielsj365
    @gabrielsj365 11 місяців тому +2

    You are not alone. I think back when I got my first rat that's right rat not rats! His name was "gum ball" just like yourself and many others we trust in the pet shop. I think back on the tiny cage cedar bedding food in a bowl as well the floor was wire. I didn't even handle gum ball and due to my lack of handling he would bite and now that I think back and how as I got older and learned where pet shop rats come from makes sense of his behavior. Now that I'm older and found two amazing breeders I now have 10 rats and the best care I can give. Btw I would suggest 3 rats just in case something comes up and a rat passes away the single rat won't be alone. ❤️

  • @abbyallan9733
    @abbyallan9733 3 роки тому +3

    i have to agree with u on how rats are lots of responsibility. you have to make sure they have proper main food and enough of it which can be expensive. you also need to make sure they get the right nutrition. there’s also sooo many things u need to buy for the cages (ie. lava ledges for their nails, a litter, ropes, baskets, bedding or fleece, chew toys, a mineral stone, etc.) and they are so much money. you also need to have time to spend with them and clean their cage(s). so yes, definitely a lot of responsibility. and i feel bad for my other rats cuz i didn’t take care of them properly at all. and for my two girls, they were in the smallest cage ever :/

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому +1

      So true!! It’s sad how pet stores don’t really care to educate their costumers on what’s proper care. As a kid I just trusted the stores because who wouldn’t, that’s their entire purpose! Or so I thought! At least we’ve both learned from our past mistakes that’s all that really matters in the end!

  • @rosieseagle3614
    @rosieseagle3614 3 роки тому +4

    I absolutely love your videos. You are so sweet. And I can never get enough of seeing your raties. Your such a good rat mom

  • @tomwood92
    @tomwood92 3 роки тому +2

    Hey great Video! Thanks for the educational facts, I’m new to having rats. Im a month in now so finding videos like this is really helpful. Im falling in love with my two girls very fast as they have so much character that they manage to make me laugh every night when handing them. Keep up the good work, your giving me great ideas for my next cage as I’m looking to go bigger. All the best with your pet rats in the future.

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much!:) and omg the joys of having new rats, my boys still manage to make me laugh but there’s something about when you first get them that’s hilarious,, learning all their personalities and such:) glad you’re enjoying my videos, Goodluck with your new girls!!

  • @emilywelch9271
    @emilywelch9271 3 роки тому +3

    Hi! Great video! Im getting pet rats for the first time, I am only getting 2 but what you said about getting 3 is smart. I probably will only get 2 at first and hopefully 1 more in a year or 2.

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      That sounds great!! If you’re gonna add one I recommend getting and older one that might have lost its mate, or getting two babies together! They really are the sweetest, I hope you have tons of fun with them:)

  • @abbyallan9733
    @abbyallan9733 3 роки тому +2

    hey! i have had 3 groups of different rats so far and all of them are from the pet store. i have heard many ppl say that they aren’t good to get from there but i’ve had good experiences. all the rats i’ve ever had haven’t been sick or scared. some of them have been such open rats that they have crawled out of the cage the second the door opened and they have been/are very cuddly and affectionate. i can see why it’s bad to support the pet stores but i honestly prefer pet stores. you make great points though!

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      I’m really glad you’ve had great experiences, it’s all personal preference! I understand the pet stores are sometimes the easiest place to go to. I’m lucky I can travel with my dad because I had to travel really far to get my boys, and will probably have to go far for anymore in the future! Thanks for watching my video and understanding my points :)

    • @FaithfulRattos
      @FaithfulRattos 3 роки тому

      The thing with pet stores isn't really like the personal experience you have with those animals. Because it's not uncommon for them to healthy and friendly. But the issue is the inhumane and horrendous conditions that they are kept in and how cruelly their mothers are bred.

  • @ashlynnsparrow6435
    @ashlynnsparrow6435 3 роки тому +1

    So so sorry I'm late! But, great video once again 🥰 I'm really proud of you for making this video! A lot of people make mistakes and then push them to the side or pretend they did nothing wrong without changing their routine and knowledge. So thank you thank you for making this and showing others it's ok to make mistakes but fix the things you did wrong

    • @ashlynnsparrow6435
      @ashlynnsparrow6435 3 роки тому +1

      Also! You're current rat care is amazing!!🤗🤗🥰🥰
      Oh! I almost forgot but for the Q and A I think that email would be the easiest way for me to ask questions if that is possible

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      @@ashlynnsparrow6435 thank you!! :) ive been leaning towards the email idea as well, I’m glad you agree

  • @kyiharden6985
    @kyiharden6985 3 роки тому +2

    yayyyyy ive been waiting for u to post :)

  • @leisewri
    @leisewri 3 роки тому +1

    Love your channel!

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      Thank you!! Glad you’re enjoying it

  • @annabellesanimations8288
    @annabellesanimations8288 3 роки тому +2

    Yeah I did a couple things wrong on my first pet rats but I was 7 lol but my dad gave them the best live he would always be with him they ended up being his instead of ours but anyway I did alot of research and i am getting three boys and now I am 12 so I feel like I will be more responsible my pet rats that I am getting are basically half mine cause I am paying for them as in getting them the cage and toys but my mum and dad are doing the food and vet stuff and I saved up 200 nearly 300 pounds of pocket money too get them every thing 😆

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      That’s so sweet! You seem really responsible and I’m glad your parents are on board with the vet bills :) I’m so excited for you they’re gonna be so much fun especially now that you’re more educated on them you can give them an incredible life!! Best of luck

    • @annabellesanimations8288
      @annabellesanimations8288 3 роки тому +1

      Thankyou and yes I am excited because now I know that you can free roam them and train them tricks and thankyou you channel is amazing

  • @MriSplt
    @MriSplt 3 роки тому +1

    just found your channel and i love listening to u. c:
    i also have a question, you mentioned the hammocks, i also have got 2 of them in their cage but none of them uses them. my rat markus gets on the one when he wants to get out and have his free time, but on the other hammock ive never seen anyone :cc do you have any tip for me so that they will also sleep in it?

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      Thank you!!
      And that’s weird, maybe your rats just prefer the comfort of being on the ground. Are your hammocks one layer or can they go inside of it and feel kind of sheltered? I know my rats don’t particularly like the hammocks with one layer where everyone can see them. But don’t stress too much about it, rats are all different, I know I spent tons of money on chew toys and all three of them haven’t touched a single toy! It’s weird because you buy these things for their comfort and their enrichment lol. As long as you try that’s all that matters! Goodluck!

    • @MriSplt
      @MriSplt 3 роки тому +1

      @@reeselli3749 ive got both, one and two layered hammocks. they dont even realize that the one has two layers :'( xD

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      @@MriSplt omg!! Hopefully they discover it soon that’s too funny

  • @TheRatCharmer
    @TheRatCharmer 3 роки тому +1

    I have two boys at the moment not on purpose i had three but one died from what i think was a genetic issue and I've been keeping an eye out for one more, luckily my first rat is pretty submissive and the younger one is still young enough that he not mean

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому +1

      Awe I’m so sorry for your loss:( that’s gotta be so hard, I wish you luck with finding another rattie, and with the introduction process ♥️

  • @annabellesanimations8288
    @annabellesanimations8288 3 роки тому +1

    Hello I was wondering if one video you could do a morning routine or day in life you dont have too it is just a suggestion :)

    • @reeselli3749
      @reeselli3749  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll look into that for sure :)

  • @alexisgibbs9368
    @alexisgibbs9368 Рік тому

    The difference in the pets is because dogs and cars are longer commitments and rats lifespan is only 2-3 years but yeah kids having pets in my opinion is not really a great idea like only if the parent also wants to do a lot of research and make sure they’re getting the proper care either way love your videos

  • @LudicrousScotty101
    @LudicrousScotty101 6 місяців тому

    just a small comment and that is that Rats are soooo cool.