Dollar Store Rat Toys & Cage Accessories!

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Here are several items that I picked up from the dollar store for Alice and Tink. It is the perfect place to get creative and find inexpensive treasures for your ratties! Enjoy!
PS: If your ratties are chewers, try an alternative to the ping pong bin, like the foraging bin with coconut fiber and aspen, or pom poms! ↓↓↓ more below ↓↓↓
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@Ocaljr 6 лет назад

My local dollar store doesnt have rat toys but they do have undomesticated rats running around.

@ivywhalen9446 6 лет назад

@toria.4613 6 лет назад

Non Binary Transgendered Teddy Bear Hamster LOL

@jomoland 5 лет назад

Non Binary Transgendered Teddy Bear Hamster OYE Vey!

@thingswithjade 5 лет назад

Non Binary Transgendered Teddy Bear Hamster that's even better 😂😂😂

@avelliaozuna9643 4 года назад

I choked on my chips 😂😂

@ChloeWestphalQuirkyVictorian 6 лет назад

The cuteness of her trying to bite those ping pong balls! I love it.

@bleghash5305 6 лет назад

Woah yes!! Stuff I can actually afford!!

@pinkminipuff 5 лет назад

The PVC pipe is genius. Especially since actual tunnels and such cost more than that. And the ping pong pit. You could stick a few treats in there for them to find:)

@IdolsandAnchors11 4 года назад

The fact your rat can open their snack container!! That's amazing. So many great ideas! Was curious to finding new ways to hang things (i used zip ties) but my girls chewed threw every single one. Dog collars are a great choice!

@KierstMaye 6 лет назад

This is awesome! I love the PVC idea. I tried making cardboard stuff for my two girls, but they ripped it all apart within minutes. Now I have the urge to make a Dollar Tree run! ^_^

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

lol! Tink SHREDS apart cardboard. The PVC is holding up extremely well!

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Kierstin Maye ,make tubes get from rugs and tie them to your cages they love them.

@pondofdeath 6 лет назад

You have a nice voice , makes for a good narration !

@pondofdeath 6 лет назад

Or commentary whatever lol

@thebadrattery6520 5 лет назад

Thank you for posting this!!! I'm always looking for ideas for my kids-er, ratties!😏

@fairyorgans379 4 года назад

I watched this video a while ago and it really helped me decorate my ratties cage with toys and hideys! I sadly think they stopped making those super soft microfiber cloths anymore

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

It’s been hit or miss whenever I go to DT. They do sell them online and you have to buy at least 24. I’ve never done this. I also use newspaper and brown crinkle paper, changing it out daily.

@JessScreams 6 лет назад

AWW! The ball pit is such a god idea!

@TheLilMommaB 6 лет назад

I use those rags all the time for my rats and ferret and they love them!

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

Aren't they so soft?

@jokeen1197 6 лет назад

Now I want to get ping pong balls for my babes!

@saydethelittle2741 5 лет назад

I use the baby food stores for my ferrets food and water when we are on the go. They fit in his backpack and I’m not sure that they spill :)

@kassidyhodge7307 6 лет назад

Love this!! I just saved 2 baby rats from a snake & this helps so much!

@lynnetteodneal4218 Год назад

Thank you! Those are such good idea

@dollsNcats 6 лет назад

Loved the dollar store for rat stuff :D plan for more this weekend

@jomoland 5 лет назад

Some really great tips! Thankyou!

@S0fizzy Год назад

I got the same blue basket!!

@lavishjules1886 4 года назад

Heck yeah! I just went to Dollar Tree yesterday for essentials & saw ping pong balls wondered how I could use them. Thanks for the great ideas! There were a variety of wooden toys that could be useful including dice sized squares, boxes, and more.

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

I had no idea that they are still open. Ping pong balls are so fun with rats! They recently got in some new baby blankets that are perfect for baskets.

@lavishjules1886 4 года назад

@@elliechasingsunrises Yeah I checked just to be sure & yup they're essential. They have unsalted/unsweetened nuts & seeds for food mixes too. They're small but it works!

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

@@lavishjules1886 That is good to know! I know that some Dollar Trees have freezer/fridge food. The ones near me are rather small so they don't.

@emmaneu9951 6 лет назад

Thank goodness these made my rat buddy sooooooo happy

@mariabrett6712 6 лет назад

I use the soft clothes too😉

@megansnoke1532 6 лет назад

I buy those microfiber cloths for my rats too. Glad I’m not the only one who thought it was a great idea!

@sinandcyanide7505 4 года назад

I upgraded my cage today and I probably have to wait weeks to go to Dollar Tree get fun things to decorate with.

@olgadrumheiser9957 6 лет назад

Way too cool thank you for sharing

@jessicaeastlack1125 6 лет назад

These were great ideas!

@iamsaztak 4 года назад

Cool idea, but pro-tip! You can get 36 white shower curtain rings on amazon for 4 bucks, so slightly more expensive but still a good deal if you're already buying stuff on there! They have some colorful clear ones on there too for not too much (12 for $7). I'm getting those for sure!

@jennathompson2062 3 года назад

Even though this is three years ago it’s pretty good

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

Thank you 💖 I have a second one with a few items in it and hope to do more in the future

@tasha_111_ 6 лет назад

Awesome video!!👍👍 Gotta love the dollar tree/dollar store lol so many fun things to turn into rat toys or snuggle spots.

@someperson4712 4 года назад

AYYYY! I have never seen another person that uses large PVC pipes. WHOOOOO

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

We’ve started using the 4 inch ones because they are light weight and easier to clean than the 3 inch ones. We still have all of our 3 inch ones and they’ve gone through 12 rats without damage! Highly recommend!

@MothGirl007 3 года назад

This is so creative and great.

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

Thanks ☺️

@dianawnzl 6 лет назад

This is so great! I'm using some of your ideas for my sugar gliders! :)

@KeithDec25 6 лет назад

AWESOME! MANY THANKS!

@LoveLove-wf8jm 2 года назад

So cute

@shadylane7013 5 лет назад

nice! gave me some great ideas!

@alexisslab1219 6 лет назад

First time seeing your channel!Love It!

@crissyharding-gac7523 4 года назад

Great ideas! I have an Alice in my rat collection too

@sunfire44 6 лет назад

This was so helpful! Thanks❤️🐁🐀

@s3nizu 4 года назад

Such a good idea to use other pet things to make fun decorations and more for your rats! Cute rats btw!! Love the vid!!!!!!!!! ^w^

@thegerbilgirl2226 3 года назад

This was so helpful! thanks to much!!!!

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

You’re welcome!

@elisabethreiter30 3 года назад

I prefer natural toys. (wooden assessors...). 👌

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

Those are a great option! Glad you found something you like.

@Guttergirl182 6 лет назад

They can play in your chip container as well!

@liamdahvis3153 6 лет назад

This helped sooo much oh my gosh. I spent 50.00 on stuff at chewy.com and still feel like I barely got them anything this will really be helpful in the future

@laylacooze-burgess941 6 лет назад

I am not a fan of rats and love hamsters but I have to say those are great ideas especially the ball pit!

@ohrats731 6 лет назад

HammyHouse lol I'm not a fan of hamsters but I think they'd enjoy something like a ball pit too

@laylacooze-burgess941 6 лет назад

Lily A. Haha maybe but mine would probably eat the balls!

@ohrats731 6 лет назад

HammyHouse hm that's no good! I wonder if you could make an edible alternative like little willow balls or little pine cones

@heatherlarsen3268 5 лет назад

You could get large wooden beads just make sure it's a wood that's safe for hamsters

@Cleo_Lynx 6 лет назад

I think once my hams pass on I’m going to adopt some rats they’re just so cute

@carry-2757 5 лет назад

I think?..

@alexm4994 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@witchy0029 6 лет назад

You can also get the pipes at resale stories for much cheaper, you just might have to clean them

@verruxlunox8438 4 года назад

GENIOUS!!!

@wolfysanic 2 года назад

Your rats literally look exactly like my bruno and ratthew lol

@petkeeper3234 6 лет назад

NICE

@HappyLooksGoodOnYa 6 лет назад

what type of blanket is safe for rats to leave in their cage?

@alicethecat3961 6 лет назад

Very good idea!👍👍👍

@mellisavogel5031 4 года назад

Or an lpotch bird table nest box feeding for $12.98 on Wish. It looks like a small wooden cabin!

@eyvindcasco 5 месяцев назад

So beautiful angel ❤

@stinalarsson7435 3 года назад

PVC pipes are a must have! My mom accidentally gave a pipe to my guinea pigs, one got stuck and we needed to cut it open and she just purred. Anyway educate your mothers and cuddle your rats!

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

Oh no! I’m glad she was able to get out okay 💖 we opt for the 4” ones since they’re lighter and have a larger opening.

@R4T4T4T 4 года назад

0:49 very true

@555tashi 4 года назад

I’m getting rats next week and I’m so exited ahh

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

That’s so exciting!! They are such wonderful pets 💖

@555tashi 4 года назад

Jess Ann I had them when I was about 9 and they we like my favorite animal xo

@madelineu7971 5 лет назад

Would plastic Easter eggs work as rat toys?

@elliechasingsunrises 5 лет назад

Yes!

@madelineu7971 5 лет назад

+Jess Ann yay I have a ton from last year

@janellemauldin2711 5 лет назад

This was awesome and gave me many ideas !!!I have a question though that no one has seemed to address so I don't know the answer to it... do you think the plastic is safe for them to chew on? 🐀🐀🐀💓

@elliechasingsunrises 5 лет назад

Typically plastics are safe for rats to chew since they do not ingest it. I haven't had a problem with my girls (9 of them now) with plastic balls, baskets, or the PVC pipe. It has been very safe! I also include a ton of lava ledges and other pet safe pumice for them to chew on, and they tend to prefer that.

@sallison6013 6 лет назад

I got Freddie some of the ferret balls.... he chewed them...lol. I had to take them away... hate it cause he loved them 😢

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Jess the holes in basket poop falls out had to go back to cardboard

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

If you are using baskets for the potty, might I suggest getting some Ware Lock N Litter pans. They work great and are pretty cheap.

@HorribleDisaster Год назад

rats 😍😍😍

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Jess Ann is there box's that are better for rat

@NOT_SURE.. 5 лет назад

is it worth giving rats a bowl with dry sand in occassionally like you would degus? or would they just ignore it

@variousteeth5413 5 лет назад

Rats get respiratory infections easily, the sand could end up giving them these problems. Sand is not a good idea, but tissues and fleece snippets are good

@Dao_Tui 6 лет назад

Love the pingpongs! I am going to try that ^^

@jennaproductions5364 6 лет назад

I've watched most of your videos. Can you upload again?

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Did that.thank u

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Jess my baskets move so my girls are chicken is there a way I can make them as a litterpan and not tip when they get in?

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

For wiggly baskets pick up some zip ties at the dollar store or hardware store and secure the baskets to the sides of the cage. I had to do that with mine, too. Rats are pretty cautious around unstable baskets.

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Jess for getting cheap litterboxs with grate in.where do I buy them?

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

I need to stop them from going under my pad I use for 3 story cage

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

Chewy.com has some or Amazon

@Twinkletoesss27 6 лет назад

I tried the ball pit and they ate them....that’s really not safe 😬

@lunaslounge1345 6 лет назад

840th sub!!

@khadysanneh2639 6 лет назад

nice

@lilatantary4952 5 лет назад

I need to know but if I can’t take my rats outside of their cage every hour can I just give them a huge cage

@elliechasingsunrises 5 лет назад

My girls have big cages (Double Critter Nations) and they still desperately need out time. Having out time is important for stimulation and socializing. If you can't do an hour every day, aim for half an hour every day or an hour every other day. Make sure you give them a lot of toys, foraging items, etc. A big cage is only as good as the amount of stuff in it. Get creative - news paper, boxes stuffed with crinkle paper, scattered treats.

@Elltec Год назад

++++ Great....++++

@NatalieMishoe 3 года назад

I know this video is old but I am a new rat momma bc very sadly two babies accidentally got shipped to my daughters work, along with the older rats. They were way to small so she brought them home. I rat babies are close to the size of yours now but I see videos with other peoples rats and they are hug. Are yours full grown and when do they usually reach full grown

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

Hi there, so happy to hear you are taking care of those sweet rats! These two girls were around a year old at the time of filming. Rats are considered adults around 6 months, but I find they don’t reach full size until 12-16 months. I have other videos that have my tiny 6-8 week old girls and they are super tiny in comparison. Female rats will generally fit in the palms of your two hands quite comfortably. If your rats are under 6 months, they will need a baby rat foot like oxbow baby rat food. Then, they can switch to oxbow adult rat food. That is a very high end brand of food for rats and safe for them to eat. Unfortunately a lot of foods targeted towards pocket pets are bad for them. Please let me know if you have any questions, I am happy to help! I’m also on Instagram @jess.anns if you need to send a dm with pictures of your rats for any help.

@SpoiledRats 4 года назад

these would be cool to feature my rats running around with lol my channel is about my rats

@Tiddysandra 6 лет назад

Can i use this for mice

@HellaFuckingKawaii 5 лет назад

Yes

@thatfangirlsammy1194 6 лет назад

100th like :)

@nellstaxoxo4927 6 лет назад

I wanna get loads of stuff to pamper my ratties but where i live theres literally nothing for rats once we found something but it was super bad quality it was a chew toy and it broke within a hour I guess my rats can really chew

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

I love the website Chewy. It's cheaper than the stores and you can qualify for free two day shipping if you spend enough (not hard to do, I order their food and litter there). I'd definitely get your rats a bunch of lava ledges, any pet quality pumice, safe-wood, or any other chewable items. I love their space pods, hammocks, rope nets, etc. Definitely worth a try.

@JimiJam44 4 года назад

My rattie tore through the ping pong balls. Do i have to worry about him ingesting them?

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

Rats will typically chew but not eat plastic, wood, and other materials. You can look for the little plastic pieces they drop from chewing and spitting them out. I would pick up the chewed ping pong balls as you find them. Unfortunately they don’t last all that long if your rats are super chewers. We also enjoy the hard practice golf balls that have holes in them.

@JimiJam44 4 года назад

@@elliechasingsunrises thanks! I did find bits and pieces and have sinced removed all of them. On another note. My baby has been sneezing and what i assume is congestion. Most likely respiratory issues? Are there other at home remedies to help with this irritation. It hasn't affected his eating or playfulness. Just lots of nose blowing. Cage is cleaned on the regular.

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

Check out my video on upper respiratory infections. If it’s a new rat, it could be new home sneezes. If not, it could be a URI. Rats don’t get colds or mild congestion. Rats are predisposed to mycoplasma which can flare up and cause upper respiratory infections. Rats have a very sensitive respiratory system. If your rat does have a URI, you’ll need to visit a vet and get antibiotics. There aren’t home remedies that will stop the progression of a URI.

@sopheliashook5349 6 лет назад

Like number 591

@dagreenerfield 5 лет назад

I know this video is kind of old so a reply might be a shot in the dark, my rats are... explorative with their teeth when it comes to my hands, they don't bite hard they just kinda feel the texture of my skin with their teeth, are they trying to tell me I haven't given them sufficient chewing toys? I did just adopt them at 8 months, literally brought them home the other day, but they are 2 males approx 8-10 months and if really like to not have to worry that they might get me good, please help, anyone

@Jane-zp3ex 5 лет назад

Damien Grenier hey! rats can show affection or curiosity by nibbling your fingers. sometimes they can draw a little bit of blood but usually they bite you because either they think you have food or because they want to play. your rats are new to your home so i think they might just be curious! or they may be undersocialized. also i think it’s usually best to get new toys for rats bc they can get bored with the same things! make sure to get toys that are safe for them :-)

@elliechasingsunrises 5 лет назад

Jane has a great answer 🙂 I hope you and you rats are doing great!

@Bee_Wagner_ 4 года назад

what treats do you use?

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

I use a variety! Including: Gerber Puffs Gerber Lil’ Crunchies (Apple Sweet Potato) Old Fashioned Oats (in moderation) Meat, veggie, and fruit baby food Cut up veggies and fruit Frozen veggies like corn and peas in dish with water (pea fishing on hot days) I always check a safe rat food list before giving them anything. I also read through the ingredients and make sure I’m choosing a flavor that is appropriate for them. I avoid pet store treats. Safe food list I use: pethelpful.com/rodents/Rat-Nutritional-Information-Can-my-Pet-Rat-Eat-This

@Bee_Wagner_ 4 года назад

@@elliechasingsunrises thank you I've been thinking in getting rat my parents finally said yes I've been looking for treats for a while know thanks

@elliechasingsunrises 4 года назад

@@Bee_Wagner_ You're welcome! Congratulations on getting your first rats! I know it can be difficult to convince others that they make incredible pets. You'll find that a lot of their treats can be found right in the grocery store or even in your fridge.

@MyPetsChannel 6 лет назад

great video you just got a sub! i love the idea with the ping pong balls i always provide a dirt box in the summer because my rats LOVE IT! i just posted a rat cage tour so it would be cool if you checked it out and gave me ideas!

@alexis_iscoool 5 лет назад

I have mice would this stuff work with them I think yes but not sure I mean it's all stuff you can use with small animals. I just answered my own question 😂 but would mice enjoy it?? Probably.

@rykking 5 лет назад

Lol you did answer your own question they might enjoy it, I have my own mice and I'm excited to try this stuff with them It also depends on the type of mouse, usually they would like it but yet again there are shy or lazy mice so it depends on your mouse

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Thanks,now I have 9girls in one cage and noone has their own private homes got a surgestion?

@elliechasingsunrises 6 лет назад

Rats like a full cage with all types of places to crawl into and hang out. They especially love space pods, since 2-3 can easily sleep together and cuddle. You can also get or make hammocks, and check out the dollar store for other types of baskets that can be made into places to hang out.

@JawbreakerXD 5 лет назад

Im too scared to let my rat run freely around my room. I have a computer and game consoles and Im afraid he might try to nibble a cord. I get my 2nd rat tomorrow. =)

@lilatantary4952 5 лет назад

You can teach him “come” so if he starts chewing you can call him over

@pinkmedic0945 5 лет назад

I tried a lot of things in this video along with others to try to get my rats to be playful. I have 3 8 month old male rats n all they want to do is cuddle with me or hide in the box maze I made. During play time they go hide. They hated the ping pong balls along with the different things I put in their cages. Too scared to get in the shower curtain ring hanging basket and they kicked the micro fiber towels out of their bed. They don't like to play at all. They want me to either hide or cuddle with me while they sleep. Would neutering all 3 make them less grouchy? Geeze!

@elliechasingsunrises 5 лет назад

They aren't grouchy - it's quite normal for male rats to be less active than females. Males tend to be "lazier" which makes them the perfect cuddlers. My girls can be skittish around hanging baskets, too. That's not uncommon since rats are naturally prey animals, thus making them hesitant of many new things. Rats love rearranging, so you'll find them moving blankets and boxes around. I'd suggest spending time with your males in a small area such as a couch, bed, or other safe enclosed area. You can even wear a sweatshirt or have a blanket over you for them to feel safe in. Try feeding them wet baby food to get them to warm up to you. Are the rats new to you? I do not suggest neutering. It's often unnecessary and to me the risk isn't worth it unless they're highly aggressive. Keep at it and enjoy your furry friends.

@animalslover4822 6 лет назад

Where can I get my rats

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Animals lover for the girl who wants rats if your in florida.pasco county West coast get on Facebook

@nellstaxoxo4927 6 лет назад

I found mine in a really good pet-store and there really healthy and never had any problems I recommend pet-stores.

@cecilialagrutta5121 6 лет назад

Jess I finally found one pink basket that one rat uses.her name is Ratatate,and I think she is 4months not sure we found her

@cattyratties4022 3 года назад

Lol there are cheaper ping pong balls on amazon, 60 for $5

@elliechasingsunrises 3 года назад

I think I mentioned that in the video - I was trying to get everything from dollar tree for this specific vid. I’ve ordered the ball pit balls on amazon, too.

@Gnomes4u 6 лет назад

Soo rats are pretty smart, heck there ticklish!, think they could domesticate and trained like dogs and cats throughout rat generations?

@ohrats731 6 лет назад

Grant Boyd Yup! Fancy rats are already domesticated and a well socialized rat can be taught many tricks, just like dogs

@britneykopshaw2516 6 лет назад

Some places rats are trained to sniff out bombs. Rats definitely Are domesticated and can be passed down amazing socail skills throughout generations. I love my little girl's, They can't sniff out bombs but they sure can sniff out Cheerios! Lol.