Originally Posted by
bloodraven
Pine shavings are BAD for rats (mice as well...) There are aromatic oils in pine that can cause severe URI's, which can cause lost litters, unhealthy feeders, and in my opinion the worst, a very unhealthy, very much in pain rat. Use Aspen or carefresh. We use Fleece for our pet rats here, as it absorbs the urine very well. If you are using tanks, you are already at risk for URI's, which is bad. We use a bigger cage for any pregnant females we get in.
No, we don't breed feeders, but we do have many pet rats and run a rat and mouse rescue!