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Hello, I'm Stairway to Heaven, your friendly neighborhood rat. My days are pretty mellow; I love munching on Cheerios, taking long naps, and just being my goofy self. My friends Knocking on Heaven’s Door and Devil Went Down to Georgia, are the best. We have the most fun together, just hanging out and being rats. I'm a gentle soul, always ready to make a new friend or share a snack. My sweet nature makes me a great companion. I may be a little older, but I've got a lot of love to give. If you're looking for a friendly, mellow, and slightly goofy friend, then I'm your guy. Adopt me and let's start making some wonderful memories together.
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Notes from his foster - This guy hides the most and was the last to jump up on my lap for treats. Doesn’t really like to be touched although slowly introducing light strokes on his side. Explores area when out for playtime, and plays with the others.
Estimated birth date: 1/16/23
Personality: Curious, Energetic, Friendly toward other animals, Hesitant, Sweet, Very shy (you are unable to touch this animal without it running away or being fearful, etc)
Current Diet: Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food, Fruit, Veggies
Favorite toys and activities: Skinny apple sticks chews. Exploring.
Potty trained: Litter box trained
This animal’s daily routine: Breakfast at 7:00 am, dinner at 4:30 pm. Free roam time around 3:00.
BFF (Does this animal have or need a friend of the same species in their home?): Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia are a bonded trio and must be adopted together.
Other species this pet has been exposed to and reaction: Dog- curious
Has this animal been exposed to children? What was their reaction? None
Health concerns: He has had 2 courses of antibiotics for URI since coming into the rescue but he is not on any maintenance antibiotics.
Behavioral concerns: Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia are in our trust training program for general shyness. Learn more about our trust training methods at https://www.mnpocketpetrescue.org/trust-training
11/4: i have had Stairway and his 2 cage mates since May. He was the most fearful and shy. With patience I slowly have made some progress with him. He still does not like to be picked up so I transfer him with a hide or he jumps in the carrier. He scurries away and is difficult to even attempt to pick up. When I have picked him up he squeals and wiggles and has gotten away from me! He still does not allow much petting, but does allow me to pet him when he is sleeping. He is not fearful of me. He does jump up on me during free roam time and eats out of my hand.
Note from his foster: Stairway to Heaven is still in Trust Training for shyness. He has progressed a little. He allows petting, but usually only when he is sleeping.
He doesn’t like to be picked; he squeals and has gotten away from me so I don’t attempt it. He has a great appetite and I am watching what he eats because he has slowed down with age and I don’t want him to get chubby. He is a sweet guy otherwise. Sometimes if I am trying to pet him too much he kicks my hand away with his rear leg or he mouths my finger. He is gentle and does not bite. He has had multiple bouts of URI which responded to an antibiotic regimen. I am always watching for symptoms of URI but he continues to be healthy.
Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia came to MNPPR when their previous owner was no longer able to keep up with care.
Due to our rescue being foster-based, not all foster homes are located in Saint Paul, MN. This animal's foster parent prefers to meet at the PetSmart - 18050 Zane St NW, Elk River, MN 55330 for meet & greets, & adoptions.
Fee: Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia have a combined adoption fee of $50
We absolutely DO NOT SHIP ANIMALS! Please do not ask.
Stairway to Heaven's care while in rescue has not yet been sponsored. If you would like to donate to provide veterinary care, food, bedding, and enrichment for STH or other pocket pets in the care of MNPPR, please visit https://www.mnpocketpetrescue.org/sponsor-a-pocket-pet for more information.
Our adoption process can be found on our website here: www.mnpocketpetrescue.org/process
Hello, I'm Stairway to Heaven, your friendly neighborhood rat. My days are pretty mellow; I love munching on Cheerios, taking long naps, and just being my goofy self. My friends Knocking on Heaven’s Door and Devil Went Down to Georgia, are the best. We have the most fun together, just hanging out and being rats. I'm a gentle soul, always ready to make a new friend or share a snack. My sweet nature makes me a great companion. I may be a little older, but I've got a lot of love to give. If you're looking for a friendly, mellow, and slightly goofy friend, then I'm your guy. Adopt me and let's start making some wonderful memories together.
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Notes from his foster - This guy hides the most and was the last to jump up on my lap for treats. Doesn’t really like to be touched although slowly introducing light strokes on his side. Explores area when out for playtime, and plays with the others.
Estimated birth date: 1/16/23
Personality: Curious, Energetic, Friendly toward other animals, Hesitant, Sweet, Very shy (you are unable to touch this animal without it running away or being fearful, etc)
Current Diet: Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food, Fruit, Veggies
Favorite toys and activities: Skinny apple sticks chews. Exploring.
Potty trained: Litter box trained
This animal’s daily routine: Breakfast at 7:00 am, dinner at 4:30 pm. Free roam time around 3:00.
BFF (Does this animal have or need a friend of the same species in their home?): Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia are a bonded trio and must be adopted together.
Other species this pet has been exposed to and reaction: Dog- curious
Has this animal been exposed to children? What was their reaction? None
Health concerns: He has had 2 courses of antibiotics for URI since coming into the rescue but he is not on any maintenance antibiotics.
Behavioral concerns: Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia are in our trust training program for general shyness. Learn more about our trust training methods at https://www.mnpocketpetrescue.org/trust-training
11/4: i have had Stairway and his 2 cage mates since May. He was the most fearful and shy. With patience I slowly have made some progress with him. He still does not like to be picked up so I transfer him with a hide or he jumps in the carrier. He scurries away and is difficult to even attempt to pick up. When I have picked him up he squeals and wiggles and has gotten away from me! He still does not allow much petting, but does allow me to pet him when he is sleeping. He is not fearful of me. He does jump up on me during free roam time and eats out of my hand.
Note from his foster: Stairway to Heaven is still in Trust Training for shyness. He has progressed a little. He allows petting, but usually only when he is sleeping.
He doesn’t like to be picked; he squeals and has gotten away from me so I don’t attempt it. He has a great appetite and I am watching what he eats because he has slowed down with age and I don’t want him to get chubby. He is a sweet guy otherwise. Sometimes if I am trying to pet him too much he kicks my hand away with his rear leg or he mouths my finger. He is gentle and does not bite. He has had multiple bouts of URI which responded to an antibiotic regimen. I am always watching for symptoms of URI but he continues to be healthy.
Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia came to MNPPR when their previous owner was no longer able to keep up with care.
Due to our rescue being foster-based, not all foster homes are located in Saint Paul, MN. This animal's foster parent prefers to meet at the PetSmart - 18050 Zane St NW, Elk River, MN 55330 for meet & greets, & adoptions.
Fee: Knocking on Heaven's Door, Stairway to Heaven, & Devil Went Down to Georgia have a combined adoption fee of $50
We absolutely DO NOT SHIP ANIMALS! Please do not ask.
Stairway to Heaven's care while in rescue has not yet been sponsored. If you would like to donate to provide veterinary care, food, bedding, and enrichment for STH or other pocket pets in the care of MNPPR, please visit https://www.mnpocketpetrescue.org/sponsor-a-pocket-pet for more information.
We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location. To meet an animal we must have your approved application on file.
We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location. To meet an animal we must have your approved application on file.
More about this rescue
MN Pocket Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) organization primarily serving the Twin Cities Metro Area, focusing on education and public outreach. Our intent is to keep all animals in their homes, with their families, whenever possible. We are committed to rescuing those pocket pets that are in jeopardy of being euthanized or are in danger of being abused, left unattended or in other types of vulnerable situations. We ensure all animals receive proper veterinary care, medication and special training for any behavioral issues, as well as to arrange safe, temporary homes for these animals until stable forever homes can be found. Our team is made up of enthusiastic volunteers who work passionately to serve the underrepresented and often misunderstood niche of pocket pets in the overall rescue community and general public.
MN Pocket Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) organization primarily serving the Twin Cities Metro Area, focusing on education and public outreach. Our intent is to keep all animals in their homes, with their families, whenever possible. We are committed to rescuing those pocket pets that are in jeopardy of being euthanized or are in danger of being abused, left unattended or in other types of vulnerable situations. We ensure all animals receive proper veterinary care, medication and special training for any behavioral issues, as well as to arrange safe, temporary homes for these animals until stable forever homes can be found. Our team is made up of enthusiastic volunteers who work passionately to serve the underrepresented and often misunderstood niche of pocket pets in the overall rescue community and general public.
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