My rat used to be able to open her cage too, so I used a claw type hair clip to close over the cage door clip, she was a genius but never figured that out
My rat used to be able to open her cage too, so I used a claw type hair clip to close over the cage door clip, she was a genius but never figured that out
It sounds like it may be something triggered by... er, well, pheromones given off during private time, for lack of a better word.
so do we have to cover my partner in perfume or something? :/
Well, I'm no expert but it isn't really something you can cover up I don't think, but I'm not really sure what to suggest apart from that you could maybe get some chicken wire to cover up the cage whilst your with your partner during 'private time' this should stop any escaping but if that doesn't work then I'm at a loss, I'm sure this isn't a pleasant experience for you or your partner, this needs to be stopped before the rat becomes aggressive towards you or your partner. It seems your bad ratty is rather enjoying this, I'm hoping someone can help you more than me, as I said earlier, I'm no expert nor am I trying to be one, but I was just wondering if any of this would work, it does seem strange to me about the dirty things your rat is doing.
A wise t-shirt once said 'my rats think your gross too!' directed at all you rat haters out there!
A wise t-shirt once said- 'My rats think your gross too' (Directed all you rat haters out there!)
Is it possible to move the rat cage and have it in a room where a door can be shut?
If you want the door to stay shut buy a small padlock, hardware store, a few bucks. Problem of escape solved.
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I use clips from old dog leashes on my cage's doors. I have three of them.
Works like a charm.
If you're certain that you've tried everything, your only option is to get a new cage. They really need to have a secure cage for their safety.
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happened again last night. off this morning to buy a new cage, padlocks and more clips. we ended up with both of them. too bad they wont be able to do it again, if i have my way
this is a carabiner clip: http://www.australianexplorer.com/sh...ducts/371.phpi was also going to suggest a padlock. and dog lead-type clips would work great! you could also try a putting a small keyring on the door.
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