When adopting a pet, it is necessary to do some research about the type of animal, their care, and what to expect. However, there is a lot of misinformation out there so in this post, we’ll take a look at some of the most misleading pet rat myths. Myth 1: Rats Don’t Have Bladders –…
After researching, trawling information pages and taking in all the advice you can get hold of, you’ve decided to adopt some intelligent rodent friends into your home. But how many rats should you adopt? Can a rat be housed on its own? And what is needed to ensure your new friends have the best lives…
Rats are as social and playful as they are adorable, so it is crucial to provide a space for your rats outside of their cage so that they can run around, have some fun, and bond with you! Creating a safe space for your rats to free roam is just as important as ensuring that…
Cleaning is a job we must do regularly to eliminate germs, bugs and bad smells, and make sure our pets stay healthy. The practical basics of how to clean a rat cage are pretty straight forward (and we have a guide here to help!), but there are some less obvious things that are helpful to…
Pet rats come in lots of different varieties, but have you ever wondered why and how? Today’s article aims to demystify the genetics which give our rats different colors. Dominant and recessive genes Let’s start with a few terms. A gene is a section of DNA that tells cells, proteins and enzymes what to do….
When deciding to buy pet rats, one of the first decisions to make is whether to adopt boys or girls. Rats need to live in pairs or groups, as they are social creatures and don’t thrive living alone. However, unless you are desexing your rats, it is important that these are same-sex, as breeding is…
One of the downsides to keeping pet rats is that they are prone to illness. Although it is possible to breed against a lot of rat health problems, this requires expertise, effort, and careful record-keeping. That generally doesn’t happen where rats are being bred en-masse for sale. As a result, many rat owners will see…
Holidays are approaching and it’s time to start looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones. If your friend or a family member is a big rat lover, there’s no gift better than a rat-themed gift! Whether the rat lover in your life owns pet rats or just adores those fluffy little animals, we…
Creating a safe and interesting cage layout for your rats is relatively straight forward. However, a new movement in pet keeping is challenging whether the way we keep rats – in cages, on shallow substrates and with artificial toys such as wheels – is the healthiest and best way to look after them. Being able…