The spiny rat usually eats cereals, melon seeds, peanuts and fried foods. These are the spiny rat's favorite food. The amount of each meal provided to the spiny rat should not be too much, so as not to leave it in the feed pot and not finish it. , freshness is also affected.

Note that the best drinking water is boiled water, there will be concerns about the hygiene of raw water.

It can be paired with some vegetables and fruits, and vegetables and fruits should be given in moderation, which can provide fiber and water; but A large amount of fruits and vegetables may cause rat diarrhea.