Rat Review

Overall 4.83 of 5 view all 18 reviews

Lynxie
Lorain, OH

Rats! Rats! Rats!

an animal rescuer, a pet owner, an animal lover, a former rat owner, Asatru, a proud human to 2 cats, weird, a woman

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Pros

they always have time for you, will try to protect you, loving, smart, adorable, amusing, small, friendly, cuddly, sweet, loyal, clean

Cons

cost of supplies and food, they only live for about 2 years, health problems, cost of vet care, some landlords do not allow them, cost of cage

JUN

2009

Rat —

I used to have rats a few years back. My rats had always been sweet-tempered, great with my nieces and very cuddly. Rats are also smart, amusing,clean, protective pets who will grow very attached to you. As for the fear of biting, all animals can bite so keep your hands clean while handling your rat, and don't be aggressive towards your little rattie friend or he/she will return the favor, but then again so will any animal. The tail is nothing to fear, as it is what keeps your rattie balanced. All in all, rats are good pets who don't eat much and can be cared for by children as young as eight with supervision.