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In my experience rescue, breeder, and pet store rats are all the same gamble with medical issues. My feeder bin rats lived the longest, my rats I took in from someone that bought them from a breeder lived the shortest, and my rescue rats have lived both short and long lives. I don't have many...

I would treat it as though you're cooking these lentils for human safety. Raw lentils and beans are a no-no. If they are cooked properly I'm certain they are safe, but I'm not a rat expert either so don't rely solely on my words! Maybe someone else can answer your question about soaking time...

Here is the article: http://www.reporterherald.com/news/larimer-county/ci_31546390/fort-collins-rodent-rescue-more-than-80-tame I'm wondering if anyone on this forum knows who could have done this. I'm so glad the law is taking this seriously, because I've never heard of the law caring...

I think I know exactly what behavior you mean! My rats will do this, I think it's a part of their socializing. Some of mine will even shove their head/neck/shoulders under my hand and demand scritches, it's the cutest. I've never seen mine lose fur because of it, though. The only thing I can...

I wouldn't. I know exactly what cage that is and it sells for $70 new: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CETSHN2/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20 I bought it as a temp/travel cage and it's actually quite nice! It folds up (which is what I needed) and has small (half inch) bar spacing. It's actually...

That's what I always thought about stick-on tiles! I've heard people use them, but I've never had experience so I can't be certain. I'd also worry about stuff getting stuck to the bottom of them from underneath (including rats, eep). And oh I forgot to mention that the carpets would be...

Ideally you'll want something plastic that can easily be wiped down, like coroplast mentioned above. I've also used thin plastic placemats that can easily be cut to shape and placed over wires, the only downside is they are too small to cover a whole level so you'd need to tile them or find...

Tazy The one you linked says "Oral Solution." I realize this is probably more complicated than I thought, because I doubt that bottle will expire in 10-14 days like a typical mixed suspension would. The bottle should have more details outlining its expiration, but I know the website doesn't...

My vet cleared this up for me, specifically regarding baytril that I bought on this website: http://www.ladygouldianfinch.com/product_baytril.php This liquid form of baytril is the injectable form which has a much longer shelf life. It is not the same as crushing a pill and making a liquid...

I got his address soon after my post, he was very quick to respond. I've been anxious to contact anyone to report him. I hate to put this on anyone else, but if someone else would like to volunteer to report this guy I can give you his address over pm. I'm not very confident calling local...

Thank you @MumsyRat That sounds very promising. I'm going to try contacting the bylaw department of Lynn, MA once I get his exact address. I've taken some glances through the city ordinance for Lynn, MA and it looks like he definitely violates some of the laws under "Animals". I'll text him...

I don't think any organization will be able to do much, let alone even care if they do have power, but I will definitely try. I will definitely attempt the MSPCA, perhaps MRR but I've heard they don't look into craigslist ads (tried them before for another case, over a year ago though), maybe...

I have been seeing a local feeder breeder advertising on craigslist for the past few weeks. Normally when I see feeder breeders I just ignore them because at the very least the conditions are clean, and I'm not willing to pick battles with every breeder I see. This guy has some very...

Just wanted to say I found some at petco! Looks like the food is now available from many retailers according to their website. The food is much more earthy, has the a more fibrous texture, like a guinea pig pellet? Smells really good. Tasted it a little, felt gritty and fibrous on my teeth...

OMG! Thank you for sharing this! I'm so excited to get Oxbow without fish meal. I am not a fan of the smell, nor do I like supporting eating animals. This formula doesn't look truly vegan because it contains vitamin D3 which comes from animals (vitamin D2 is the vegan form, also doesn't...

Consistency is key with any training. From my experience, it helps to: -Keep the box in the same spot in the cage, even when you change the layout -Use the same type of litter each time -Put flat, rough rocks in the boxes. For whatever reason my rats love pooping on the texture of rocks. I...

To chime in on breeding: there are hundreds+ rats looking for a loving home right now in the US and Canada. Breeders will increase the pet rat population directly by breeding rats and indirectly by adopting out rats to irresponsible owners who will then breed the rats themselves. Those new...

How does your boy act right before he bites? Did he puff up his fur, stamp his feet more (like an exaggerated waddle), make some noises that sound like blowing air? These are common signs of aggression. I've also noticed that when my rats are aggressive they are very willing to walk up to...

Hmmm. Have you given ALL the rats in the house revolution? I think you're supposed to treat all your rats even if they don't show symptoms. Something about certain rats' immune systems being able to fight them off mostly, but the mites are still present without causing symptoms. I'm really...

So I've decided to google around for "asthma safe air fresheners" and I found some ideas that could work, but I still need to do more research. Idea 1: Coffee grounds. Apparently unused and used work, as long as you dry them if used. All you would do is place them out in the open in a bowl...