Are rats or hamsters friendlier?

Rats are the largest of the commonly kept rodents, much larger than even the biggest hamster. Rats have a reputation for being more affectionate than hamsters, but this will always vary on a pet-by-pet basis.

Do hamsters or rats smell worse?

Rodents that urinate more frequently have smellier cages that need to be cleaned regularly. They produce little waste, and their cages require minimal cleaning. Mice and hamsters, on the other hand, are the smelliest. They pee often, and their urine has a strong, unpleasant odor.

What makes a better pet a hamster or a mouse?

Hamsters prefer to live alone, so if you want to keep more than one, you’ll need multiple cages. Mice, on the other hand, are social creatures and don’t enjoy being alone, so they’ll need a roomier cage with more levels and toys to play with.

Which rodent is the best pet?

10 Best Small Rodents to Keep as Pets

• Syrian Hamster.
• Dwarf Hamster.
• Chinese Hamster.
• Mongolian Gerbil.
• Fancy Mouse.
• Common Rat.
• Guinea Pig.
• Chinchilla.

Can a hamster and rat be friends?

For example, mice are relatively social and can live in groups, but Syrian hamsters are extremely territorial and will attack one another if you put two adults in the same cage. Rats can live together with other rats, but they will kill and eat mice as well as other small rodents.

Should I get a female or male rat?

It’s always best to adopt littermates when possible. Gender: Although all rats have individual personalities, females tend to be smaller, more active, and playful, while males are often larger, more mellow, and snuggly.

What is the best rodent pet?

What is the easiest rodent pet?

Mice – Like hamsters, mice are better left watched rather than handled. They are very timid, often shying away from human interaction and are very quick and skittish, allowing them to easily escape when held. Mice are one of the easiest pets to own because they have minimal space needs and do not require attention.

Will a rat eat my hamster?

Wild rats are very dangerous to pet rodents and will kill hamsters through the cage bars (I’ve heard stories of wild rats getting into a breeder’s hamster shed and pretty much decimated her entire population, no joke), and yes, there’s also diseases to consider.