Rats and mice both make awesome pets. However, although they are closely related species, they offer different pet-owning experiences. Here are some things to think about in choosing which is the right pet for you. Handling and Bonding Rats are very much people pets. They often develop strong bonds with their owners, and actively want…
If you’ve owned dogs or cats, you’ll have spent some time grooming them, keeping their fur neat and free of knots, their claws trimmed, and washing out the stink of the interesting dead thing they just rolled in down the park. How does keeping rats compare? Here are some of the key need-to-knows about grooming…
Finding somewhere to adopt your new friends is only one part of preparing to own pet rats. You also need to stock up on all the things you need to keep them healthy, happy and comfortable. This post will take you through the key pet rat supplies needed before adopting rats. 1. A Cage Pet…
When it comes to answering this question, I’m obviously a bit biased. After all I wouldn’t own over 20 of the small furry noses if I didn’t think that rats were good pets. There are lots of proper reasons why rats are good pets, beyond the fact that I love them. Here are 10. Why…
When researching having rats as pets, you’ll probably come across a lot of different terms for the different rat varieties – dumbo, standard, hooded, agouti, rex etc. But what do they all mean? Species (Breed) vs Variety Fancy rats all belong to one species – Rattus norvegicus, also known as the “brown rat”. They have…
In a previous post I talked about how I feed my rats. That covers their everyday food, and how I make sure they get a balanced diet. However, one thing I didn’t talk about is treats. Rats love food. It’s a source not only of calories and nutrients, but also fun and interest. Used creatively…
Rats are very curious creatures and love exploring the world around them. It’s not surprising that they also love toys. However, with all the, often quite expensive, options available in pet shops, and the different ideas out there for DIY toys, what are the best types of rat toys to offer? I’ve listed seven of…
Rats are immensely curious creatures. They are interested in everything and very intelligent. That makes them awesome pets, but also means they can get bored easily. One of our jobs as rat owners is to keep those little furry brains entertained. Building an Entertaining Rat Cage When we talk about entertaining rats, it’s easy to…
Before you bring a pair (or more!) of new little friends home, it is important to make sure you are set up with all the right kit to look after them. Most important is buying a suitable cage. Here are some things to think about when it comes to rat cage requirements. How Big Should…