Rats

Wood is a useful and natural material to use in your rats’ environment. It’s commonly found in many commercial substrates, cage litters, rat toys, and chews. But it’s also easy to source and prepare yourself…

If you’re considering getting rats there will be one big question on your mind: Do rats make good pets? Today we’re going to answer that by looking at the pros and cons of keeping rats…

Fresh food is an excellent addition to a rat’s diet, and you can offer many types of food to your rats on a daily basis. When looking through your kitchen cupboards for items to give…

Today we are going to look in detail at the characteristics that make one pet rat look different from another. These include color, shading, marking, coat type, and ear type. Find out what type of…

Today we are going to take a closer look at exercise wheels for rats. Do rats like wheels? Do they need one? We’ll answer these and all your other questions about rat wheels, as well…

In this article, we are going to learn how to bathe a rat, and – just as importantly – when to give a rat a bath. We’ll begin by answering some important questions: “Do you…

In today’s article, we are going to show you how to litter your rats in 4 easy steps. You might be wondering “Can rats be potty trained?” and it’s a great question. Sadly, we can’t…

Rats need bedding for digging, foraging, nesting, sleeping, and toileting. In this article, we will look at which are the best beddings for rats, which bedding works well in each situation, and which beddings are…

Choosing a great food for your pet rats is an important part of keeping them fit and healthy. But what is the best food for rats? In this article we will discuss six contenders that…

This article covers all you need to know before purchasing your new rat cage. The cage is probably the most important item you’ll buy for your rats – certainly the most expensive – so, it’s…