Do Pet Rats Like to Swim?

Do Pet Rats Like to Swim?

I’m a rat enthusiast who has been caring for pet rats since I was in high school. One question that always came up when I would talk about my furry friends is whether they like to swim or not. The answer, it turns out, isn’t so simple. If your rat enjoys playing in the water,…

The Lifespan of a Pet Rat

The Lifespan of a Pet Rat

Pet rats are smart, affectionate and playful little companions that are an amazing pet. However, their lifespan is too short with the average lifespan of around 2 years. Where you get your pet rat from and their diet can assist in allowing them to live a longer life. What is the Lifespan of a Pet…

Guide to pet rat nail care

Guide to pet rat nail care

Trimming your rats nails isn’t really necessary and there are other methods you could try that will wear their nails down instead. Trimming your rats nails can be quite difficult and stressful. Since rats are small and it’s hard to keep them still, it can be quite difficult to find where you need to cut….

Should I Bathe My Pet Rat?

Should I Bathe My Pet Rat?

Rats are known to be very clean animals since they’re constantly cleaning themselves as well as their cage mates. If your rat is kept in a clean environment then a bath isn’t really necessary. Most of the time if your rat does get dirty, it may only require a wipe off or sponge bath. It’s…

Pet Rat Care

Pet Rat Care

For such a small animal rats have the ability to make the biggest place in your heart. To ensure that your little rodent family member has a long happy and healthy life it is important to provide them with the best care possible. Rats are intelligent and affectionate animals that have the ability to form…