Adoption Process

Thank you for your interest in adopting from Winnie's Rattery. Please read all of this page to ensure you understand and can meet our criteria. The rats from Winnie's Rattery are our pets and are loved by us dearly, therefore it is our duty to find them the best homes for each and every rat born to us.

We have a simple adoption process that must be followed before adopting from our Rattery. Below you will find information about our adoption process, our adoption contract and the pre-adoption questions to get put on the wait list.

All potential adopters are asked to please fill in the pre-adoption questions form which can be found here. Filling in this form adds you to the wait list. Make sure to check out our Facebook page for updates on potential litters or check out our Babies page.

The wait list works on a first come first served basis. Past adopters and breeders are contacted first followed by those who have been on the waiting list the longest. We will try to meet your preferences regarding markings/colours but this is not always possible. You are welcome to stay on the wait list until you adopt. If you change your mind about adopting from us, send us a message and we will happily find the babies a new home.

We try to contact people when the babies are around 4-5 weeks of age when we make a short list to reserve babies. Please understand that we cannot guarantee the colours or markings from available litters. Our babies are only sold in same-sex pairs/trios, with the exception of a single rat being left. In this case the remaining rat will most likely stay with us, if not then the rat would only go to a home with rats of similar ages. The babies will be ready for pick up around 7-8 weeks of age. The week before their re-home date I will contact all adopters to arrange pickup/transport. We will happily hold babies for a bit longer if needed.

If at any point in time you wish to re-home a rat you have adopted from us please contact us first. We will happily take them back or find them another suitable home. No questions will be asked.

Adoption fees are $60 per rat and MUST go in (at least) pairs. The fee includes an adoption pack.

Adoption pack example - please note snuggle sack fabric can change due to fabric availbility

Contract

The adopter accepts the responsibility for caring for above rat(s) and providing for its welfare.
The adopter agrees that above rat(s) will receive prompt medical care if and when it is needed.
The adopter agrees to provide companionship for above rat(s) with at least one rat companion of the same sex (or de-sexed).
The adopter agrees to provide the above rat(s) with daily exercise in a safe environment.
The adopter agrees to keep the above rat(s) in a safe and comfortable enclosure that is regularly cleaned.
The adopter agrees to feed above rat(s) a well-balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables, and provide clean water.
The adopter agrees that, if they are no longer able to care for their pet(s), the above rat(s) will not be sold or given to any pet shop, animal shelter, rescue, or re-homed in any way without first contacting the breeder.
The adopter agrees never to mentally or physically abuse the above rat(s).
The adopter agrees to keep the breeder updated on major health or temperament issues related to the above rat(s), including date(s) of death.
The breeder guarantees that the rat(s) being sold, is/are in good health. The Breeder cannot guarantee the rats continued good health upon leaving the premises of the Rattery. The adopter has examined the rat(s) they are adopting and agrees that the rat(s) appear to be healthy.
If the above rat(s) is being adopted as a pet only (non-breeding), the adopter will not purposefully allow it to breed.
If the rats are being adopted by someone under the age of 18, the parents/guardians will sign this contract and be the owners of record.

Pre-adoption questions

Please answer all the pre-adoption questions to add yourself to the waiting list. If you are unsure of any answers feel free to send us a message on facebook as we are more than happy to answer any questions and give advice. If there is anything else you would like us to know please add these details to the bottom of the survey in the space provided.

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