Laverne was paired with her sister Shirley, but is now alone after losing her sister. We are hoping to find friends for her, so stay posted for updates. She came to our rescue from WI and was surrendered due to her person facing financial difficulties.

Laverne (blonde) is reserved and scared, and she will let you know it with a bite. She will need an experienced rat handler who is patient and willing to work with her unique personality. She will come and take food from your hand without biting and has came a long way with her foster mom.

Out of cage play time and positive food reinforcement will help to develop her confidence.

Proof of a proper enclosure is required: one with solid floors and shelves 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. Four cubic feet per rat is optimal. Like other animals, rats are very intelligent and need mental stimulation. They are also social creatures so they should be adopted in pairs at a minimum. Rats are heat sensitive, so cage placement is important: an area in the home that does not get too hot in the warmer weather. They do best in areas that are completely dark for at least 8 hours a day with no nightlights or other ambient lighting.

Her adoption fee is $20.