Pet rats are known for their intelligence and social nature, which makes them great companions. They form strong bonds with their caregivers and enjoy engaging in various fun activities with them. For this reason, pet rats have captured the hearts of countless animal lovers. If you’re thinking of adding a few rats to your family,…
Anyone who’s had the pleasure of owning rats knows how fascinating their behavior can be. Watching them interact, bond and play is always a joy, but some of their behaviors can be more complex and even more mysterious in their origins than others. For example, eye-boggling and bruxing are two behaviors that can confuse or…
Rats are naturally friendly and curious animals and, handled regularly from a few days old, usually have no problems bonding with their owners. That’s why I recommend adopting baby rats from a reputable breeder or a well-cared for rescue litter. However, rats bred commercially en masse don’t receive this handling and can experience several stressful…
For the last few weeks, my life has been one long session of rat introductions. This year brought five new rescues into my home, all lone rats who need to make friends with the Horde. Understanding rat behavior can be a bit tricky. Let’s look at some of the behaviors that rats show when they…