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Luigi

Rat · Senior (2 years 5 months) · Small · Aurora, IL

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Notes from Fur Angels Animal Sanctuary

Meet Luigi! Luigi is a handsome senior, born 1/3/2024, who was recently returned to the rescue after his human could no longer care for him. He and his brother Mario were adopted as babies. He lost his brother and has been content as a single. He has not been receptive to meeting new rat friends and has been overbearing and bitey on introductions. He is curious and interested in people, and will come out for treats and some pets. If you ignore his boundaries, you are likely to get a bite, so good reading of rat body language is a plus.

Proof of a proper enclosure is required: one with solid floors and shelved to prevent foot injuries, bar spacing small enough to prevent escape or heads getting caught, good ventilation to prevent respiratory issues, and enough room to climb, explore, and provide enrichment activities like digging, burrowing, and balancing. Like other animals, rats are very intelligent and need mental stimulation. Four cubic feet per rat is optimal. Rats are heat sensitive, so cage placement is important: an area in the home that does not get too hot in the warmer weather.

You can apply to adopt these boys: https://furangelsas.com/application/

About Luigi

Gets along with

Kids
Yes
Dogs
Yes
Cats
Yes

Home and care

Needs a yard
No
Energy
Low
Exercise needs
Not Required
With new people
Friendly
Owner experience
First-timers OK

IntelligentPlayful

As listed by Fur Angels Animal Sanctuary. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Fur Angels Animal Sanctuary using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Fur Angels Animal Sanctuary, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the small pets care guide so you arrive prepared.
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