Before you non-rat fans stop reading, here’s a gentle reminder that, contrary to the image of dirty street animals, ...

Rats are hardwired to chew, and they’ll sink their teeth into almost anything they find. That instinct usually leaves behind scraps of fabric or torn cardboard, but sometimes it comes at a higher cost ...

Q: We are considering getting our kids a pocket pet. We have researched rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs and gerbils and feel that a fancy rat is most appropriate for our household. Can you give us ...

A Dutch photographer has trained her two pet rats to pose with a variety of musical instruments. Ellen Van Deelen, 51, was inspired to use food treats to teach the rodents after spotting a tiny guitar ...