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When is it safe to clean my rat's cage after she gives birth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rat | Female | unspayed

How do I clean my rats cage when she gives birth

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 19th, 2020

Clean around the nest and cage until the pups are about 2 weeks old. Try not to disturb the nest before then. After 2 weeks, you can scoop the nest and pups up in one scoop, clean the cage and replace the nest.

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