Rats are actually pretty intelligent little critters. That means you can teach your pet tricks! Some of those tricks can make caring for him easier.

Tired of reaching your hand into the cage to grab your rat every single time you want to take him out of the cage. Try teaching him a verbal cue that shows him it’s time to come out of the cage. Rats can even learn their names, and that might be all it takes to get him out of hiding.

Rats like to climb, so it’s fairly easy to train your rat to climb up your arm when it’s time to come out of the cage, and back down again when it’s time for him to return home.

Litter training can make cleaning the cage easier! For more trick ideas, plan a visit with your pet clinic Orangevale, CA.