How to stop rats from nibbling
So I've setup my 1.3 breeding group of rats. They already seem to be pregnant =D now I enjoy having these little guys a little too much lol I find myself staring at them for hours lol.
So I'm trying to get them to tame down, they all seem to be very Interested in my hands, when I put my hand in they immediately Rans up to investigate. Doesn't really like being hold though.
However their enthusiasm is not all good while they come and investigate most of them will try to nibble my finger. I have wash my hands thoroughly and they still do it. It's not a bite it's gentle but still it's something I prefer them not to do. Any tricks?
Also if I just keep insisting on picking them up will them come around and nope be so squeamish in my hands?
Re: How to stop rats from nibbling
Umm....stop dippin ur hands in that giant vat of cheez wiz????:P
Re: How to stop rats from nibbling
Nibbling is normal. They use their mouth to feel things. They are being curious. If its not a vicious bite, then why stop them? This is a natural behavior for all rats, even tame pets.
And do not flick them. They won't be so nice if you do that.... Counter productive in what you're trying to do.
As for holding, support the body from underneath them and hold against your chest/body in an unrestricted hold so they feel secure.
If they're really flighty, hold them in your lap first. And honestly, some unsocial adults just never want to be held. This is where you tame some babies and socialize them daily so you can hold them back.
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Re: How to stop rats from nibbling
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Originally Posted by
satomi325
Nibbling is normal. They use their mouth to feel things. They are being curious. If its not a vicious bite, then why stop them? This is a natural behavior for all rats, even tame pets.
And do not flick them. They won't be so nice if you do that.... Counter productive in what you're trying to do.
As for holding, support the body from underneath them and hold against your chest/body in an unrestricted hold so they feel secure.
If they're really flighty, hold them in your lap first. And honestly, some unsocial adults just never want to be held. This is where you tame some babies and socialize them daily so you can hold them back.
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All this X2.