Links

 

NZ Sites

 
"The" number one rat site in NZ. Loads of information on rat care, rat colours, and an excellent forum where you can get to know other rat enthusiasts across the country.
Pets on the net is a dedicated animal rehoming/lost and found site. It's free to advertise animals for adoption and place lost and found ads. Check this site out if your after a new pet. Not too many rats advertised on here, but they do come up.

Other Good Rat Sites

 
This is a great Australian site. They have heaps of rat toy ideas, great ideas for making your own cages, rat trivia and many photos of their own ratties. This site is a must view!
A good guide to the health of your rats, with many articles and recommended treatments including suggested medication.
Contains recommended dosages of most medications - great info to take to your vet when you're discussing treatment!

Recommended NZ Breeders/Rescues

 
Dunedin rattery breeding most colours including DUs - not currently breeding, but check the website for updates.
Dunedin rattery specialising in minks and DUs - not breeding currently
North Auckland rattery specialising in ruby-eyed rats.
If you know of any ratteries operating in your area then please let me know so I can add them to my list.

Retail Therapy

 
The ratclub shop is a place where you can buy all your ratty needs online. From safe beddings, hammocks and stuff to sleep in, to good rat food and toys. Check out this shop, but make sure you have a full wallet - this stuff is so cool you'll want to buy it all! My personal recommendation is for the duplex hammock - my rats like this more than anything.