Most rats do like the company of another rat. If it is possible, getting your rattie a littermate (or another rat that your rat lived with before) would make introducing a cagemate easier. It doesn't have to be a rat its met before, as long as you take care when introducing them. The following articles should give you some tips on safely introducing rats:
Introducing New Rats
Rat Introductions
Introducing Rats to New Companions Good luck! |