How to Potty Train Pet Rats

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start by saving a tablespoon of droppings out of your rat's old cage.

   Set it aside to put in the litter box, making sure the spoon carries no scent that could distract your rat from the litter box.
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   Step 2: Clean your rat's cage thoroughly.

   Put in fresh bedding and disinfect any toys or houses that might have dropping on them. , If you use a plastic box it can easily be cleaned and will retain a faint potty smell that will help train your rat. , Your rat may prefer fine grain sand or some other substrate. ,,,, Praise the rats that do their business in the correct place. , Make sure to clean it as necessary.
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   Step 3: Take a small

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   Step 4: shallow box and put it in the corner where your rat generally does his duty.

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   Step 5: Fill the litter box with a different type of litter or bedding than is used in the rest of the cage.

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   Step 6: Put the droppings in the litter box to stimulate your rat to use the bathroom there.

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   Step 7: Wash your hands before touching anything else in the rat's cage.

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   Step 8: Put the rat(s) in their cage and let them do their business.

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   Step 9: Put all droppings pooped elsewhere in the litter box over the next few days.

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    Step 10: Given a week or two

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    Step 11: all of the rats should be using their new litter box.

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