3 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT CARING FOR PET RATS

By Hailey Fitch

Many people are afraid of rats, but the truth is, rats are actually amazing pets! Rat owners already know how spectacular rats are, but not all of them know exactly how to care for them. Don’t worry, my rats and I have got your back! Here are three crucial things that not all rat owners know about their best friends.

First, never pick up a rat by its tail. This seems quite obvious, but many new rat owners (especially children) attempt to pick up rats by their tails. Not all rats are vocal about their pain, but some rats will squeak in affliction when lifted this way. The best way to pick up a rat is to place your hand beneath their chest, but not between the forelegs.