Ever thought about owning a rat as a pet?

Name: Ever thought about owning a rat as a pet?
Start: 2026-06-06T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Critters - South Elgin, IL

Schedule

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Critters - South Elgin, IL | South Elgin, IL

Now’s your chance for a fun, hands-on experience!
Join us on Saturday, June 6th from 10:00am–11:30am at Critters Pet Shop and Rescue for an interactive Meet & Greet with Rat-Man Lupe, your rat expert guide for the day! 🐀✨
You’ll meet friendly rats that make amazing pets and learn what’s really involved in their care. Kids will get hands-on experience feeding rats, changing bedding and interacting with these smart, social little animals.
During the event, you’ll:
• Meet and interact with pet rats
• Feed rats and learn proper care
• Help clean and change bedding
• Ask questions during a live Meet & Greet with Rat-Man Lupe
• Learn what owning a rat is really like
Why are rats such great pets?
• Very social and affectionate
• Intelligent and easy to train
• Low maintenance compared to many pets
• Clean animals that groom themselves often
• Full of personality and fun to watch
• Great for teaching responsibility and animal care
📅 Saturday, June 6th
⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
💲 $15 per child
👨‍👩‍👧 Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
📝 Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign a waiver
🐀 RSVP appreciated! Call: 224-856-5780 to save your spot
Whether you’re thinking about getting a rat or just want a unique animal experience, this is a great opportunity to learn from Rat-Man Lupe and spend time with some seriously lovable whiskered friends.
New arrivals looking for their new homes. Please visit the store and meet and greet these cuties.