Boarding Services

Going away? Leave your rats with people who treat them like family. We offer two dedicated boarding cages and can sanitise additional cages as required. Your rats will receive daily care, supervised playtime, and cosy comforts throughout their stay. 

What’s included in the base rate

• Price: $10 per cage per week.

• Setup: Deep sanitisation before each stay.

• Bedding: Kiln dried pine shavings.

• Essentials: Water bottle; sputnik; wheel; hammock; litter tray with litter.

• Care: Weekly cage clean while in boarding.

• Enrichment: Daily free-roaming time and occasional rat-safe human-food treats.

• Health check: A quick health check for each rat at drop-off.

• Medication: If any medication is required we will administrer at no extra charge.

Pricing details and flexibility

• The base weekly rate is not pro rata. Booking any portion of a week is charged at the full weekly rate.

• Daily rate: $5 per cage per day. This rate may be negotiable depending on length of stay and whether you supply your own food. Please contact us to confirm a personalised rate. 

What to bring

• Your rats in a suitable carrier, you can leave the carrier with us if that is easier for you.

• Any medications in clearly labelled containers with dosing instructions.

• Preferred toys or comfort items if you want us to include them in their cage or play time.

Drop-off and pick-up

• Please arrive on time for your scheduled drop-off and pick-up to help keep care routines consistent.

• During drop-off we will perform the health check and confirm any special care notes.

Health and safety

• Any signs of illness at drop-off will be discussed before boarding begins.

• We follow strict hygiene and cleaning protocols to keep boarding spaces healthy.

• For any medical concerns during a stay we will contact you and act on your instructions.

How to book

Contact us with your dates, number of rats, and any special care needs. We’ll confirm availability and send booking details.