Are you looking for a new furry friend to add to your family? Hamsters and rats are two of the most popular choices for small pets. But which one is the better choice? As someone with personal experience owning both hamsters and rats, I’ll break down the differences between the two to help you make … Read more
As a veterinarian, I have seen a lot of unique animals and questions in my practice, but one question that often comes up is whether hamsters and rats can breed. This topic of hybridization raises a lot of interesting questions about animal biology, genetics, and ethics. In this blog post, we will explore the possibility … Read more
Hamsters and rats are two of the most popular small pets around the world. They are both members of the rodent family and share many similarities, but are they related? In this blog post, we will explore the physical characteristics and traits of hamsters and rats, compare their differences and similarities, and answer the question … Read more
Have you ever noticed your rat jumping and bouncing around? If you have, you’re not alone. It’s called popcorning and most rat owners have seen this behavior before, but not everyone knows what it really means. In this article we’ll give a brief and to the point overview of popcorning and zoomies in rat. We’ll … Read more
If you’ve decided that a rat is the perfect pet for you then the next logical step is acquiring one. To get your hands on a pet rat, you basically have three options to choose from: pet shops, breeders, or rescues. Rescues sound great on paper but are not suitable for everyone. Pet shops are … Read more
Rats are the most social rodent on the planet. Not only are they incredibly social with members of their species, they’re also very receptive to human interaction. However, while many people are aware that rats are receptive to human love and affection, there are some mysterious about the rat’s likes and dislikes as well. Something … Read more
Rats are some of the best pets you can have. They’re incredibly intelligent, sweet, affectionate, and very fun to care for. However, sometimes they can also be quite mysterious. We’ve gone over some of the most common rat behavior before, but one particular behavior that many owners encounter that they do not know what to … Read more
Rats love many things. They love cuddles, good food, good company, and fun games. However, there are also some things that they absolutely hate. Some of the things that rats absolutely hate are things that many rat owners are unaware of. For instance, there are certain smells and sounds that rats cannot stand that you … Read more
You probably know that rats are smart. But how smart are they really? They’re capable of solving complex mazes and learning tricks, but are they also capable of abstract thought and do they have emotional intelligence? These are all excellent questions, and I’m going to answer them in this article. Let’s dig in! Rats smarter … Read more
Rats come in many different colors and patterns. All of the colors are unique in their own way, but for me, the rat that really stands out is the Albino rat. Albino rats are characterized by their white coat and red eyes, giving them a recognizable and unique appearance. Because of their unique appearance, people … Read more