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baby rats and fruit

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Question
Hi, i have six baby boy rats approx. 10weeks old, is it unhealth, to give them fresh fruit and veg each day and what is the reccommended daily feed? and should i give them a food routine?
thank you
maxine

Answer
Hi Maxine

Please check out my website for info on proper diet. For healthy rats, they need low protein and low fats. You should have food down at all times.  Check out my site here for ideas of what to feed, from fruits and vegetables to the proper rat diet too!

http://www.freewebs.com/crittercity/ratsandahealthydiet.htm