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That's actually what I was sort of thinking. I heard about the rats searching out land mines, and I think it's about the coolest thing ever. I always tell people when we get talking about rats.. especially the ones that go "eww" when I say that I have pet rats <3 Don't worry, I would never get...

So I watched the movie 'Willard' last night, and I have a question. Does anyone know what type of rat Ben was? [The really huge brown rat.] Even though he was pretty 'evil', he was cool looking. And I've been curious, what kind he is..and where can I get one!? Thanks!

This is happening right now to my little man, Klouse. I'm so thankful of the rat shack, I was really freaking out.

Thank you everyone :) Your information is very helpful and really, really appreciated!

Thanks again :) The cage came with a wheel, and he really likes it. I was planning to go buy one for him, but luckily I don't have to. He's currently on some type of shavings (must be cedar or pine *sighs*). I've never had my rats on shavings- I used to used recycled paper bedding, and now have...

Thank you for the tips! I have his cage in the living room, on top of a small bookshelf- a few feet from the ratties. I haven't tried to grab him, but just have my hand in the cage. Even that really freaks him out :( But, I have lots of patience and love to give, so I'm sure he will come...

Last night a friend of mine texted me and asked if I could take his friends mouse. The girl who had the mouse just had a baby (as did I) and she's quite irresponsible. She also just had a litter of kittens (like her 5th litter) and can't handle all of the animals. Apparently she's taking a bunch...

Welcome! Glad to hear you're looking to adopt your next rattie :)

I've always clipped my rats nails, and have yet to cut the quick and make them bleed. It certainly takes patience and a bit of practice to get it right. Personally, I use small, slanted human nail clippers. The hardest part is dealing with squirmy rats, but I just take it slow. Eventually they...

Aw, they are beautiful! What exactly does high white mean? I've heard about megacolon- but I've never quite understood high white.

Thank you :)

I have a friend who lost one of her females last night and is looking to get a younger girl to keep her other female company. I told her about these abandoned rats in Freddy town, and she is very interested. She would much rather adopt a homeless rat, than have to resort to getting one from a...

That's just too funny :) It's pretty cool she didn't just run away at the thought of rats. I hate when people do that -_- Like come on, what's not lovable about a rat? I guess their tails are a little weird looking.. but they're awesome. I like when they wrap around my finger :D

Good luck with intros! Those are some beautiful little dumbos <3

Aw, he's adorable. Hopefully he will come along soon and get over his shyness. Congrats on your soon to be kitty too!

My old female Nevermore, now long gone, lived to be a little over 3 years old. When she was two- two 1/2 she started going deaf as well. I found that running my hand along the metal bars of her cage was a good way to wake her up without giving her a fright. She felt the vibrations, and woke...

This is just heart breaking. I can't believe some people. I hope those people get what they deserve. Those poor little girls. Thank goodness there are amazing, caring people like YOU to help those poor critters. I hope they find peace soon. You really are amazing for doing such good in the...

Klouse has been out on the deck a few times before, and seemed to be okay with it. He was playing with his buddy Krone and myself on the picnic table and the lawn chair. Neither of them seemed to be showing any signs of fear. Klouse has always been a pretty shy boy, but lately he seems to be...

Thank you so much! After reading your reply I found another topic on the subject- and it does sound like that was the problem. It was really frightening, but thankfully everyone's okay. I'm so glad to now know what the problem was, as it was never something I had dealt with before.

The same exact thing happened to one of my guys a few months ago. It scared the hell out of me, but he was fine the next morning. Glad to hear your girl is all better <3