General Care

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…

Rats are adorable creatures, so it isn’t surprising that many owners wonder about breeding their pets. Some people want to make “more” of a loved animal, while others wonder if…

One of the first things prospective rat owners want to know is “do rats smell?”. After all, these are animals that have an (undeserved) reputation for being dirty, vermin, or…

Summer is upon us in the northern hemisphere – time to get out our lightweight clothes and enjoy the sun! However, while we might enjoy the warmer temperatures, they can…

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…

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…

Most baby rats – wild and domestic – will be cared for by their mum, which is the best thing for them. However, sometimes as a rat owner you may…

Most rat owners will either buy their pets as 6-8 week old fully weaned youngsters, or adopt them as adult rescues. However, occasionally we can find ourselves playing grandparent to…

Your first pair or group of rats are home, and now you need to make friends with them. How do you bridge the gap between species to become someone they…