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Do You Need A Break From Pet Rats?

Questioning whether to continue to share your life with pet rats can happen to any pet rat lover, and reasons that might cause this are many.

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!

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.

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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 being pet while snuggled in a blanket

How To Pet Your Rats

Rats are smaller than cats or dogs, so you might wonder if they enjoy being pet; yes, they do, if done correctly.

packrat Brisby side shot while standing in cage

Miss Brisby, My Unexpected Packrat Rescue

Follow the story of Miss Brisby, an orphaned packrat who was rescued but then unwanted; Brandi Saxton finally took her in expecting it to be temporary, but she soon found she was Brisby’s only hope.

rat dressed as artist posed beside a rat-sized easel with a painting

Rat Art On Instagram

If you’re looking for interesting, whimsical, and unique art inspired by pet rats, then we’ve got some Instagram accounts to show you!

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