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 thin-tailed, medium-sized rodents, and you can find them all over the world. “True rats” belong to the genus Rattus, and around 60 species have been recognized so far, including the house rat ...

Noah’s Animal Hospitals are your FAMILY owned, locally operated group of animal hospitals that have been serving Central Indiana pets and their people for more than 40 years! 1) Long considered pests ...

When most people think of animal shelters, dogs and cats come to mind. But at many shelters, including Marin Humane, there are lots of other critters looking for their forever homes. One of the more ...

Rats are great pets for those who want a furry friend but may not have enough space for a dog or cat. Domestic rats in particular can be friendly, calm, and can bond emotionally with their owners.

In 2002, a discussion came up on the ratlist — "the oldest mailing list on the internet dedicated to the pet rat" — to create "a holiday to honor and promote pet rats as the wonderful companion ...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. Those who participated in the American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association's Fancy Rat & Mouse Show will tell you that rats and mice make wonderful companion animals. In case you're ...