rat cuddled in a bonding pouch with a mesh air vent

Road Trips With Rats

If your rats aren’t scared of new situations and you do proper preparation and planning, a road trip could be in the future with you and your furry pals!

three rats huddled together peeking out from a blanket

Day One And Beyond With Your Pet Rats

Learn what to do to make your rats comfortable, what to expect, and basic rat care for the first day, week, month, and beyond after adopting pet rats.

brown rat on his back snuggled in a pink blanket with eyes closed and two front paws held together

The Beauty Of Heart Rats

A heart rat develops a bond with you beyond just being a favorite, they become part of your soul, and you might never see it coming.

Brandi gives a kiss to a rat perched on a shelf

Forming A Bond With Your Rats

Bonding with your pet rats is more than just earning their trust, and it delivers wonderful benefits for both you and your rats. Here’s how to achieve this!

rat sitting in clear ornament surrounded by pink and gold ornaments

A Few Of My Favorite Rat Photos

Brandi Saxton shares more than a dozen favorite rat photos that she’s taken throughout her many years of sharing her life with rats.

two rats standing on saucer-style exercise wheel

Pet Rats Sharing A Home With Other Pets

If you have pet rats and are considering adding another species of pet, these tips steer toward cohabitation that provides for the physical safety and mental well-being of all.

two rats running side by side in a Silent Spinner exercise wheel in cage

Daily Exercise For Rats

Rats gain numerous benefits from daily exercise and moving around, and you can help keep them do this by providing accessories, opportunities, and even some tricks.

rat standing beside food bowl licking lips with tongue out

The Quirky Side Of Rats

Rats are unique individuals and sometimes display some pretty unique behaviors that range from boggling to back sleeping to group drinking and more!

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