Temp, Humidity & Heat/Cold Stress Log
Safe range: 18–26 °C and 40–60% humidity. Rats cannot sweat and overheat fast near windows or inside glass tanks; cold drafts trigger respiratory flares. Log readings over time and score the current room below.
Log a Reading
Place the meter at cage height, not on the wall above the heater. Readings outside 18–26 °C or 40–60% are flagged automatically.
Recent Readings
| Time | Temp (°C) | Humidity (%) | Status | Actions |
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Heat & Cold Stress Check
Score the room right now — placement and ventilation change the micro-climate inside the cage.
Risk Assessment
Enter current temperature and humidity — the risk band updates as you change any value.
Climate Guide
Cold and drafts trigger respiratory flare-ups. Add nesting material and heat only HALF the cage so rats can escape warmth.
Stable temperature and humidity — the low-stress zone that protects lungs and skin.
Heatstroke and mold/ammonia risk rise sharply. Move the cage, cool the room air, increase ventilation and change damp bedding.