Many rat owners will, unfortunately, experience this at some point. This is due to rats' life expectancy (around two years) being so much shorter than humans' and because they are notorious for...
Category: Pet Rats
Free-roaming time is an essential part of good rat husbandry and allowing your rats time to run around and explore outside of the confines of their cage is an integral part of keeping your rats...
There is a good chance that your rat may suffer from a tumor at some point in its life. This can be quite a scary thought. If only our rats could tell us when they are experiencing pain and where....
Rats tend to have a reduced appetite and resultant weight loss when they are ill. This article shares important considerations and tips from a vet to help your pet rat gain weight. If you notice...
Is My Rat Underweight? 10 Common Causes For Weight Loss In Pet Rats
Rat owners can easily miss weight loss if the change is slow and gradual, especially when you still see your rat eating. Since rats are small and fluffy, it can be even more challenging to notice...
If you own rats, you will know that they tend to get sick at the most uncanny times! So having the essentials to be able to give your rat first aid care in these situations may very well be the...