These have short, smooth, and glossy coats, although the males may have a coarser coat than the females. In general, they are easy to look after and have no special dietary or medical needs. You can ...

The earliest documented evidence of domesticated rats originates from Japan and dates back to the Edo period (1603 to 1868). The tradition of keeping fancy rats may have originated in Japan, but pet ...

Rats are incredibly intelligent animals, so it’s no wonder they’ve become popular pets. But unlike the rodent that likes to rummage through the garbage, pet rats are prettier and much cleaner! This is ...

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This Hull woman breeds fancy rats as a hobby - and says they are so intelligent they can even learn tricks. Becky Mchugh, 36, of Boulevard, Hull, has set up a Facebook page dedicated to her love of ...