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140 Relinquished Rats Available For Adoption At San Diego Humane
The rats are available for adoption at the Humane Society's campuses in Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego.
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Humane Society is seeking homes for 140 rats recently relinquished by their owner.
A woman contacted the Humane Society last week to relinquish her rats after her pet population grew out of control.
The rats have received veterinary exams and tests and are ready for adoption at the Humane Society's campuses in Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego.
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The Humane Society requires rats to be adopted in same-gender pairs due to their social nature unless adopters already own a rat. The adoption fee is $5 for a pair.
Animal owners who need assistance and wish to relinquish an animal are encouraged to contact the Humane Society at 619-299-7012.
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