That's the hardest part. I had a pair of brothers that were the most amazing animals I've ever cared for but after they passed I couldn't bring myself to get more because they own such a huge part of your heart for such tiny little beings
I look at death differently, it's more about giving them a good life and a good quality of it. Once they pass, there's more rats who are waiting to be loved. A shorter lifespan also means you have room for more that are lonely.
@@nesaragesara9855 2-3 with good genes and diet. Rarely, very, very rarely they get to around 4. Most pass within a year due to less than ideal genes or conditions.
There's a children's farm not far from my home, and they let the children handle their rats. They are adorable - so friendly and clean. I have some great pictures of my daughter with a light-grey rat standing on her blonde hair. They are much more fun, interactive and friendly than the numerous hamsters I had as a child.
You are so right! I was amazed at how much more playful and affectionate they are in comparison to hamsters. Very intelligent too. I had one that would use the litter box, and he learned how to do it all on his own.
@@laur7247 Yes, exactly that. They let children bottle-feed the kids (baby goats), and handle/feed the chickens, rats, and other animals. There's horse rides, and tractor rides (mostly for the adults with children too young to ride the horses). They have "event" days when they sheer the sheep, or have unusual animals borrowed from other places like ostriches, alpacas, and donkeys. There's a cafe too. Quite a nice peaceful day out with young children. It's regretful that mine have grown up. Have to wait for grandchildren now.
Being 41, I've outlived multiple pets over the years. As much as it sucks when they go. I consider how good they had it their whole life, as long as i could spoil them, and i know they passed away with positive feelings.
@@derealized797 Yes, so true. I have taken care of dozens of different species over the course of my life, most of them special needs animals. When I was torn apart with grief at their passing, people reminded me of the good life they had with me (as close to their natural habitat, and with love and good food), and this was somewhat of a consolation. Still, I live with this low level depression at how much animals suffer at human hands, especially food animals and such, and how stoic and heroic they are in the face of these cruelties.
@@jenv9782 the cat i have now was a stray that showed up at the door, he was real thin like he hadn't eaten in a long time, and the way he acted for a while seems he escaped abuse. He came in and insisted on staying and who could say no. It took time but he's a whole different cat now. He's a little overweight now, he went from never playing to bouncing off the walls and zooming around hyper. He shows ne his belly a lot so i guess there's been trust. Looking at him today you'd never know. I set up a little cat bed, his bed, at the foot of my bed, where he's usually curled up. He always comes over to me too, stretch out close against me, get pets and stare at me. I think i gave him his first normal life. He's a good cat. Took some patience, but you can see the appreciation is real. The gratitude animals show is as real as it gets.
When I was young (I'm 65 now), we had 4 girls and no boys in our family. My parents brought home a white rat, which we named "Biggee Rat." He was THE most intelligent, friendly, sweet, empathetic pet we've ever had. He lived for over 6 years. I loved seeing your two sister rats! So glad to know we weren't the only ones who understand what good pets they are!
Wow, 6 years is incredible. Even with really good care, none of our girls lived longer than 3 and a half years. It's why we stopped owning rats, it was just too hard to say goodbye every few years. But they are incredible pets, smart, playful, each has their own personality and likes and dislikes. I sometimes miss owning rats, but I don't think I could put myself through losing pets like that again.
Rats are very sweet pets. It is heartbreaking that they don't live very long because if you treat them properly you will fall madly in love with them. They're playful, loving, very intelligent, and entertaining. I've had two pairs, it's important to get them in same sex pairs to avoid conflict and to give them a companion when you can't be with them all the time. They love healthy treats, and fresh foods like beans, yogurt, cheese, corn, green beans, cornbread, and the occasional cheese cracker is a favorite treat to supplement their pellets. They are fastidious cleaners, but they do dribble a little urine on their travels outside of the cage. Mine were free roaming, and would return to the cage for food, and night time sleep, but would mostly run around on the couch and wrestle each other, or snuggle up between my legs under the blanket and pass out with me petting them. Vet care is minimal, and it's easy to tell if they aren't feeling well. My two females lived for about three years, and my males a little over two. It was like losing a dog or a cat how much I loved them, and I had them cremated to be spread with my own ashes along with the many other animal friends I've loved over the years. I love my life, but I do look forward to the time I cross the Rainbow Bridge and all my furry companions and I are reunited for eternity. It wouldn't be heaven without them.
@@stevedriscoll2539 it's been 20 years and they're on my mantle with several other companions. There will hopefully be several more before I go. The love you make, is equal to the love you take. Give your love freely, and you will always feel loved. People are the exception to that rule.
Gosh the amount of heartbreak you have to endure every one or two years depending if you have multiple rats is inconceivable to me. Bless these cute lil guys
It really sucks that they have such a short lifespan, but I see it a bit differently. Yes they live really short lives, which is why I make sure to give them as much love, food and care as I can, so they can enjoy it to the fullest. It's heartbreaking when they pass, but I can tell myself that I've given my buddy a fantastic life and they left happy.
They fit a whole lot of love into a short amount of time. Yes, it hurts. That part is unavoidable, but I haven't been without rats for more than a week or so in over two decades, because they are just so wonderful I would be totally lost without them.
I've kept rats for over 20 years and have already had to say goodbye to about 50 rats... it's always difficult and it never gets easier! but you use this short time extensively and on the other hand, you have the opportunity to get to know new characters again and again if you integrate new noses into the pack! we also do everything for our noses... only recently we had to have one of our koji's legs amputated because he had a fast-growing and very aggressive bone tumor... Unfortunately, the way the animals are kept in the video is not correct, since rats are pack animals, keeping them in pairs is not species-appropriate and this can lead to behavioral problems and just because the two rats are still tame and playful does not mean that you can ignore it!
That's why I bought my kids Guinea pigs 💗 their life span is 4 to 8 years, we have 3 as they are most happy in small groups. They are also like small dogs, each have their own personality lol.
I have 2 boy rats I rescued from a pet shop during pandemic (one of the most miserable years I've ever been through & it wasn't just down to the pandemic but 2020 sucked me into an awful depression) I visited the pet shop once it re opened & these 2 poor babies(9wks old} had bn stuck in this glass cage with nothing but a hammock & each other, 6 wks with no human contact as pet shop had bn closed, I brought them home & they saved me 2020, the best things that happened, they are immensely smart, caring & as much as I saved them they saved me, I smiled everyday after having em, since then I've adopted 4 mre, rescued from a feeder, my pet shop ones will be 2 yrs in May, biggest dowmfall is their short lifespan, they're my everything 🧡🧡 Edit: spelling
Hugs & kisses to you & your wonderful beautiful furry companions, so glad you found each other 😍🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 ~ & wishing you all the longest possible time together, many happy precious moments 💖💞💖
The only reason I still don't have rats is because I still miss my Henry from when I was a child many years ago. One of the best living beings I've ever known. As loving as any dog or cat I've ever had. I'm so glad you found your furry friends and wish you as long a life as possible with them.
I never saw them as tiny dogs because they were so much their own selves. My first rat, Ben, was nearly four by the time he died having lived all through my sixth grade science class year, eoy adoption, 7th and 8th grade and more. He grew to be 18" nose to tail tip, was very mellow, sweet, playful and loved pulling the stuffing out from under the couch in the family room not endearing him to my mother, though I always stuffed it back after his excursions. Ben rode on my shoulders under my long hair through the mall and delighted friends and neighbors and strangers with his little ratty nose kisses, penetrating gaze and intelligence. I pray he's there at the rainbow bridge after I leave my human body to forgive me for my childish imperfect care, especially at the end of his life. All sentient beings deserve our regard, care and loving kindness.
Everything I have ever read from people with Near Death Experiences indicated our Loved Ones, human and Animal, are there for us! And why not, only makes sense :)
@Becky Hoffbauer, Ben Will Be There to Greet you whenever it is the time for you to Pass Over.! As Will All the Animals/Birds that We Have Loved and Looked after and that They have Loved Us in Return.! I asked the Question many Years ago now.! 'Do Animals Live After They have Passed from This Life, Like People do.? I Received my 100% Proof On my Very 1st Overnight Paranormal Investigation.! I was at Woodchester Mansion, an Unfinished Gothic Mansion near Stroud in Gloucestshire.! Everyone went into the Kitchen and I was given a Thought to Stay, On My Own, in the Long and Very Dark Corridor Outside the Kitchen Doorway.! There was No One with me.! Suddenly a few seconds later, after Everyone in the Kitchen was Quiet.! I Heard A Dog Growl at me.! You know when you see a Dog tied up outside a Shop/Store. You go up to Fuss it and it gives off a Nervous Growl.! That was The Growl That I Heard.! For Further Proof as well. A Man in the Kitchen Heard the Growl and Shouted Out to me 'What Was That.'? I said 'It was A Dog that just Growled at me'. So that was my Answer that All Animals/Birds that we have Looked After with Love.! Will Be There To Greet Us All , After We Have All Passed from This Life to The Spirit World and after 39 Years of Investigation after the Death of my Loved Father and Lots of Evidence from Spirit.! I Certainly know what I am talking about.! Take Care and Stay Safe Becky.!
Rats are so misunderstood! My little rat 🐀 Pepper is adorable and she thinks I’m her mommy because I am! She’s so smart and loving. It warms my heart to see that there’s other people who love these wonderful little animals!
Our fellow mammal friends are so very smart. I met a rat in NYC's Central Park in the 80s. He/she was living within the glacier rocks with the squirrels & he/she fluffed the tail to resemble a squirrels tail & put on a squirrel's act for the tourist, in order to receive the treats. It was amazing & I gained a whole new respect for the survival artist. Mankind is not fit to be a steward of the Earth. Animals deserve a safe space on this planet too.
Ummmm just so ya know…..that couldn’t have been any rat you were seeing, rats don’t have tails they can even FLUFF UP…..wtf….there’s ZERO HAIR OR ANYTHING on their tails…..sooooo….yea it ain’t any rat you’re talking about 🙄😂🤣 I mean Christ did ya watch the video? Do tell what they’re gonna fluff up to pretend to me squirrels…
@@ShevaSmash agree!! A lot of hamsters I’ve had were very aggressive. One drew blood on me and my daughter numerous times. Then we got rats instead, what a difference! So smart and full of personality.
@@thelowmein9143 I wouldn’t say hamsters are necessarily aggressive..they’re way more skittish and more solitary than rats, so handling them can lead to bites as it scares them (aka I’d classify them as defensive..like a cornered animal lashing out). Rats are a lot more sociable though as they live in packs typically thus they tend to be more friendly overall
Not all animals. Some animals just want to eat you (bear, tiger, lion, hyena, wolf, dingo, honey badger, buzzards, chimp, shark, orcas…), and some animals just want to kick the crap out of you (deer, elk, moose, horse, pony, mule, giraffe, zebra, ostrich ….), and some animals just want to spike you (cassowary, rooster, raptors….), and some animals just want to spit on you (llama, camel). Not all animals want love but the ones that do, are adorable.
When my kids wanted to get rats, I was very opposed because I had never liked the idea of their hairless tails. It was because of my own mother ‘s fear of rodents I think. Anyway, they dragged me to the pet store and made me hold one. The minute I held it, it wrapped it tail around my wrist and I fell in love. We’ve had several rats through the years, each and every one different. Dumbos are my favorite because they are so smart and charming. RIP Sam, Jimmy, Gambit, Gur, Frankie and Kurt. 💜
I took a rat home spontaneously once because she seemed so interested in me and she was just like a little dog. Rats are so intelligent and compassionate. People should be more appreciative of them. They are an important part of our ecosystem and get an unfair reputation.
I can most definitely see the compassion in the little guys in this video. In their eyes. Same compassionate eyes(maybe not as much) like dogs. I definitely see a little soul in their eyes...
I wish you all the best. Years ago I had a pile of lumber for projects in my backyard. My ( then ) wife saw a rat on the woodpile and complained, which is just about all she ever did. She wanted me to put poison for the rats in the "rat infested woodpile". I refused, which made her angry. ( She was regularly angry about anything and everything. ) I told her it was not a rat infested woodpile, but instead was a wildlife sanctuary for the Florida Thin-Tailed Squirrel. That made her more angry. Now she's gone, ( divorce ) and all the rats lived safely. I call that a Win-Win Scenario.
He presents training in 7 days. Each of 7 items are commands that he believes a dog should know. They are presented in part ii of the book ru-vid.comUgkxK8-VQWpYThx4IC6MiIvb6VS1ebTzzdxq . The parts of the guideare divided: part i know your dog part ii the seven commands part iii cures for 7 behavior problems. Each chapter presents a topic, a dog's story, and a "what to do". It was written simply and you can jump from chapter to chapter to review anything as needed.
A wild one outsmarted every type of trap I set for it. Sticky pads, a trap hidden inside a bag, clamp traps. They didn't touch a single bait. I even handled the traps with gloves. I tried chewing the food bait a bit to make it smell like food I'd eaten myself. My guess is that natural selection in the city has made them super smart at evading traps and predators. I gained new respect for the MFer.
They are also a lot of work and so many health issues. PT is the worst. So if people get one be prepared with a good vet and extra time. And always get at least 2.
@@aulamericansusinglogic35 That's being debated now from what I hear. China tried to remove all its rats. Then the roaches exploded. That can't be too clean.
Are you high? Rats not raised as pets are full of diseases. They invade your house, chew through everything, and leave their shit everywhere. That's why they are considered pests.
@@LezgoBrandon And people can spread Covid 19 a highly infectious disease and a worldwide pandemic. All rats, including pet rats which is what we are talking about here, are very intelligent and affectionate and good husbandry practices will prevent everything you have just mentioned.
@@ruthludgater8226 did you just compare infectious rats to people with covid?? Lmfao. So if people are just like rats, can I come and chit and pi$$ in front of your house, like every day? Or shred your clothes to pieces? Don’t give me wrong, people like that do exist but they’re not tolerated by other humans. Why should these disgusting creatures? People that own rats are sick in the head. Simple as that
Rats are so cute! I've had a few of my own. They are easily trained to respond by name. Mine lived loose in an apartment, with a cage for food and water. At night they would come and sleep with us in bed. They would slide into an open hand, or even under our neck. We could wake up and make the bed around them, and they wouldn't even wake up. They were trained so that if they wanted to eat what we were eating, they had to wait at the side of the plate and we would push food to them. The rule was no walking on the plate. They truly are very affectionate pets.
We've had 8 rats (a pair at a time), and they've all been affectionate, smart, and clean. They are such an underappreciated animal! If only they had a longer lifespan. :(
@@somewhereupthere785 That's the problem with them. The older they get the more they would get tumors. My Blondie rat lived to 4, had to put her asleep because of those tumors.
I like them . So cheerfull guys . But how about popp how about toilet do i need to make it toilet same as for my cat ? Can i trained them easy for using it? And what about cables around the house ?
@@svilenaninetta9838 You can litter train rats. You can put out a littler pan when you free roam them, which is letting them out of the cage in a safe space. For wires, they make wire covers that you can use.
The only good thing about the short life span is that means you can rescue a lot more than you could with other animals..so instead of saving an average of like 5-8 cats, dogs, ect in a lifetime you can save hundreds of rats from shelters and poor homes
Pip and Penny are lively and adorable. Over the years we had various rodents. We had mice, gerbils, hamsters, chinchillas, and spiny mice. But the rats we had showed the greatest personality, affection and intelligence. Minnie was the runt of the litter but if a cat tried to steal her playtime on my daughter's lap there were consequences. And Squiddle was the darling of my grandkids. Sadly they don't live long, but Squiddle got an elaborate funeral that lasted three days.
@@2to-tango The girls were still pretty young but they insisted on doing art including portraits of him. There were flowers as he lay in State. There was ice cream and soda and other not so healthy comestibles. We all sang what we thought were songs he might have enjoyed. After he was gone the house seemed strangely subdued. We got other rats but it was NEVER the same. Squiddle was bigger than life.
We had Pinkie, an adorable white rat, and we considered personable and intelligent addition to our family. As you've said, they are more like dogs, maybe even smarter! She lived her full life expectancy, but we were all devestated when she died. I was so glad to find your site and see that others appreciate them!
Thank you for always loving such a hated, misunderstood, mistreated animal. They really are cute, smart, clean, loving, soul filled fluff balls. I'm glad you keep having them as pets because it is hard to do with such a short life span. It takes a special kind of person and I can tell you're part of that proud rat pack. 🐀 😘🥰
@dražen g Thank you for sharing your opinion with me because I always appreciate others perspectives. It leads to new ideals and opens up the door for great conversation. 🙂 I've always been an animal lover and had a variety of pets over the years. Each one is unique and special in their own way, with loving souls to match. But I must admit, I really love snakes too. Never had one but do love them because they're part of this world, especially where I live. So I respect and protect them to the best of my abilities.
I used to have pet rats (I think over 40 of them, though I could be wrong about that since I have a brain injury), and they were literally like little tiny dogs. They learned their names within two weeks or so, and would come to us when we called them. There was also a rat on America's Got Talent (Henta) who got The Golden Buzzer 🌟 from Simon. (I think there's a clip of it on RU-vid.) 🐀👌 Animals are way smarter than we give them credit for.
I find it endlessly fascinating at how absurdly intelligent they are. Most people look at any old rat and think it's just a dumb disease-carrying pest, but their problem solving skills, memory, and adaptation to rapidly changing scenarios is top notch.
@@DT-267K They've passed The Mirror Test (a test to see whether animals will recognize themselves in a mirror), which has generally been correlated with self-awareness and intelligence, and which is otherwise restricted to Great Apes and humans (edit: that we know of so far.) 🐀Edit 2: I think elephants have also passed the Mirror Test.
When I was 12 we found a black rat baby downtown, sitting out in the open in a parking lot. He (Rasputin) was so small he could barely walk, but we took him home in a shoebox and then transferred to him to an old hamster cage with lots of rags and wood shavings and I started hand feeding him. He was just a wild rat off the street, but he was very clever and it didn't take long for him to become tame.
Wild rats off the street carry dozens of diseases that can infect both people and pets. That's why cities spend millions of dollars trying to eradicate them.
I had rats as a kid. They were just the sweetest things; they came when you called their names, played with you and were so full of love. I adored them.
I love rats. We had a super smart boy, he was an albino with very little hair; we named him Schmegal! I cried so hard when he died….he lived for almost 3-years. I wanted to get another but my husband could not bare seeing me cry every 2 years from the loss of a pet. So, we got a small dog. I loved (love) our Schmegal sooo much!!!!
I'm trying to find out the bathroom situation if I were to let them roam around the house. A person here said they dribble urine as they walk about. Is that so? I imagine that makes a house smell bad (?).
@@crism3lo they only do that if it is a new area or smell they aren't used too. it doesnt stink super bad unless there is a lot, but you can just wash it a bit and itll be fine :) also its a bad idea to let them roam around, unless they are under good watch and all your wires, sockets and other dangers are gone/covered up
@@crism3lo They do pee a bit, usually it's only a little drop. What I did was set up a specific play area for mine and put a blanket or some cardboard so they don't pee on the floor. Then you can simply throw away the cardboard or wash the blanket. They can and will pee on you sometimes though!
I’ve had a family of sisters, they all lived for 3 yrs. It was really hard when they all passed within days of one an other. So sad the limited time you have with them. Truly miss having them!
Yes rats do act like small dogs. I had a rat called kulov and she was absolutely the best pet I've ever owned. She didn't use the huge cage I'd built her. She went everywhere with me, sitting on my shoulder and then she'd sleep in my sleeve or pocket. She loved swimming in the bath, used a litter tray and responded to her name. They are super friendly, loving and very hygienic. R.I.P. KULOV X
I see it as making sure they enjoy their short lives to the fullest. It sucks to see them go, but you've made sure that they had everything they needed and more, so at least they're leaving happy and content :)
Domesticated and wild rats have a very high intelligence. I raised them for over 5 yrs. They were so much fun. My shepherd was enamored with them and loved to let them crawl all over her. Wished their life spans were much longer. But you cannot convince me animals don't have souls like humans
Did they bite? I have a dwarf hamster and I'm planning on getting a rat someday. My dwarf hamster cant really break the skin on bite. But rats...I've seen some very nasty bite pictures on the internet. :I
@@simbian5900 they would only bite hard if they want to hurt you. If the rodent is just curious he will nibble on your hand just to check if it is food or not.
So personable, lovable. I’ll always remember our Mr. Rat who would jump on our shoulders when called. He often attempted to follow us to school and we would tell him to go home, he minded us.
If you are lucky, and a solid owner, you can get them too live as long as 4 years, I've heard. I've owned around 6, and 3 of them got past the 3 year mark.
I had a pet rat when I was in college, and her name was Penny! She was so entertaining, just a wonderful soul! I thoroughly enjoyed her! You are a WONDERFUL RAT MOM! Your girls obviously have a great life!
Oh my goodness! That’s just precious! I could most definitely get used used to snuggling with them! They are just the absolute most adorable little critters ever!
Rats are some of the best pets I've had in my life. They are sweet, smart, and a lot of fun, but after having rats as pets for over a decade, I just got to the point where I couldn't take their short lifespan anymore, which is 1-3 years, though I did have one who actually lived to be 4, but it is very rare for them to live over 3 years. It's hard to go through it so often. Besides the short lifespan, they are just about the perfect pet. I miss them.
How was the end of life for them? Did they die naturally? Can you explain? I am asking because I'd consider getting one or two someday. I did have 2 hamsters before and same, lives too short, it breaks a heart.
Same for me, the one exception was when I rescued Peanut who also recently passed. It breaks your heart every time. But they are the most fantastic little buggers lol.
@@crism3lo If you purchase from a pet store you are probably just getting a breeder that was tamer than the rest. Generally it will be a fantastic pet but due to excessive inbreeding, tumors and cancer are common amongst pet rats. Very large tumors that can be quite distressing, tennis ball size. It's terrible. My wild rat and a few breeder pets I had died from illness. Small mammals don't deal with respiratory infections very well despite being tough. Still, my Peanut lasted a week and I've had some last a month fighting off the illness. The real issue is that rats by design don't live very long, their bodies start to get old and break down around 1 1/2-2 years.
@@crism3lo I'll be honest with you, the end of life period isn't always great. Mine died in my arms and it was horrible to witness, but that's my fault because I kept putting off euthanasia. Basically, as much as it hurts, please put them to sleep when their quality of life decreases. Mine could barely breathe because he had an infection that would'nt go away. I would still do it all over again and care for more rats. It does suck to see them go so soon, but they leave knowing they were loved
@@crism3lo Also, if you gets rats, always try to get more than one. They are very social animals that should always have a friend. You should also make sure you have a vet that will treat them close to you. Many vets don't treat rats, or have knowledge on how to treat them, so be sure to research before you decide to get them.
Rats are not stupid at all, that's scientifically proven and every one of us who has or had rats as pets knows that too - the only stupid thing is the lifespan of a rat...
The last week I finally had my firsts rats and they're like the ones in the video: One is hyperactive af and the other one just wants to be by his own, ironically, this last one is the food thief. No one of the people I know liked rats, but two of those people are starting to get interested in them (one of them even worries all the time about the rats' health and it's pretty funny to see how someone who didn't like them has become a guardian who wants to protect them all the time). I just really hope to do it right and give my little boys a good life!
I had a pet ratt once - she was a escape artist. I quit trying. So I just let her run free. Which she only go to the bathroom in one corner of her aquarium, so it wasnt a problem.. She liked to sleep next to me - She was one of my favorite pets. Super smart and clean.
I've not had a pet of any kind for over 30 years. I'm 67, have multiple disabilities and sometimes struggle to just take care of myself. If I were to get a pet, a nice rat or two would be my choice. I need to do more research on these adorable little creatures! Thanks SO much for sharing this particular video! Maybe I CAN actually be a responsible pet Mama! Blessings to all of you GeoBeats Animals fans!
@@Roar_Restored Yeah, I know. I thank you for your consideration of both sides. I'm not one to make rash decisions. I'll research the ins and outs, including my own issues, before deciding anything. IF I do get a pet of any kind, I want to make absolutely sure that I can properly take care of all their needs, as I have to consider my own issues, as well. Have yourself a wonderful weekend!
I think as long as you do your homework beforehand, you can tell if you can manage the maintenance they require. Short lifespan regardless, they brighten your day and help you value the moment like bright little furry stars. It means a lot to feel a jolt of happiness and love when you have depression or anxiety, or things just feel really overwhelming in general. In my case, my rats help me keep track of time. They will revolt if you don't give them some tasty fruit (mine really don't care about other veggies), so it helps me keep track of also eating something healthy for myself. Any way you go, best of luck and take care of yourself.
Rats are amazing and smart. My Ex and I had 5 different ones 3 Dumbos and 2 nobody knew exactly. They where a big family and even mimicked us as we moved our household. We had to pull out the carpet underneath our furniture for the move and some we placed all furniture on one side of the room, rolled it up and carried it over rugroll. As we took a small break, before lifting their giant cage, we saw they moved their wood chip bedding like we did with the carpet and throw over everything which would be in their way. I was buffed and my ex was too. Since then we treaded them with way more awareness. Rats may be the smartest pets we have. But be aware their short lifespans will tear your heart apart.
I had a mouse and she was such a smart little love bunny...she had a ball everyday just running back and forth and snuggling and she gave me kisses too...thank you...they are so cute.
I call my three rats pocket dogs. Rats are so freakin amazing, they are like the best parts of cats and dogs mixed together in a palm-sized package. I gave one of my babies a hug today (he doesnt like to sit still when held unless being scratched) and he just snuggled into my neck and stayed still for a solid 30 seconds just letting me hug him. He never sits still like that. Sweet sweet animals, everyone should know the joy of having 2 or 3 of these amazing creatures in their life.
They really are gentle and very intelligent. I only ever felt a "bite" once (a bare pinch in my case) because I gave one a people food (should not have) with my fingers (at the time ditto) and he INSTANTLY knew that was wrong and he'd missed, and ran away from a beloved treat to hide. I had to coax him and stroke him. I swear he felt BAD about doing it. They're sweet beings, I have found, at least in the handful I've met.
My one Dumbo lived to 2 3/4 years, I guess I was lucky. I did feed him only homemade organic food, maybe that is why he lived so long. I stayed with him (in my hands) until his heart stopped beating.
All 3 of my daughters had rats as pets when they were children. There is alot of work involved in keeping their cages clean and they are not as cheap as you would think but they are incredibly lovely pets. They are social, friendly, smart and very affectionate. My girls have very happy memories of their rats. Something to consider is veterinary care. Not all vets will treat them. Which is odd as they are one of the most well researched animal and there is alot of information available to vets for treatments. We had one of our female rats develop mammary cancer and she was successfully treated. I highly recommend them as pets.
They're really lovely creatures! The only downside is, as you said, the vet costs. Since they are prone to illnesses, it can get pretty expensive to maintain their health. I also recommend getting a rat as a pet because they're such great companions, but you definitely need to be aware that rats aren't that cheap!
I got a rat years ago and was very surprised how sweet, gentle and intelligent they are. They are so loving. I got another rat for my daughter a few years ago and she was the sweetest girl. She died and it broke our hearts. They really are Amazing pets and very clean.
Rescued one from my dog. Kept it in a cage until it was well enough to put back where it came from. Fell in love with him and his intelligence was amazing. Wanted to keep him but it didn't seem fair as he was used to outside living. Adorable video Thanks.
Pocket puppies! I LOVE rats, they are the best pets ever! I've had rats for over 20yrs, my children had rats and now my granddaughters do. I'm a huge rat advocate so I'm so glad to see them get their proper limelight. I'm convinced all it takes to convert someone is just a lil time around a pet rat and I always say..once you go rats you'll never go back!
I’ve had rats as pets also. They really are great pets and affectionate. I can’t stand the cruelty I see towards them. Thank you for spreading the word. There is a video of a wild rat attacking a snake that has her baby and she gets her baby back. Some humans are below this animal.
I love that you have a couple of pet rats I have held them in the past and I've always been somewhat fascinated with them--and it's so great that you have such a bond together with them
Very very cute. Their little ‘hands’… OMG! 🥰 The only problem with keeping them, is dealing with losing them after a relatively short lifespan. That would break my heart every time. The problem with all animals, is they don’t live long enough IMHO. ❤️
Pip & Penny are adorable. So glad they have a wonderful, enriching and loving home. I, too, have a rather numerous mischief! Several are playing on me as I write this. 🥰
I brought an albino rat home when I was in high school. My mom told me there was no way I could keep her. A couple days later I came home from school and found my mom holding her. About a yr later a book fell on her, my mom literally tried to give her mouth to mouth🥺sadly we lost her BUT after that I started adopting lots of rats! 30+ years later we have had countless amounts of wonderful loving rats and have changed a lot of minds how people feel about them! I always encourage rats over hamsters, gerbils and ginny pigs! They are a wonderful 1st pet!
My first rat was an albino feeder rat when I was about 9-10. She was pregnant and when she had babies my mom took her back to the pet store😭. When I was 23 I got another rat, then two more, then...well u know the story lol. It's almost 25yrs later and I still have rats..4 beautiful boys atm.
I didnt realize how programed we are to be grossed out by them until I met my first rat. He was a wild rat that lived in shed. I named him Rocky, and we became fast friends. Now I see a rat, I think how smart, and sweet they are, and no longer am I grossed out by them.
@@Jah-Know Wild rats, probably. Domesticated rats that come from a pet store (although a pet store is really not a good place to get a rat) or a breeder don't carry germs that could harm humans.
I have had several pet rats in my life, they are very smart and friendly. My one pet rat was even house broken, he always broke out of his cage and we couldn't find him all we had to do was call him and he would come running back. 👍😉😊
This title needs to read “woman brings two rats home and they start to act like rats.” …. Because rats are awesome and everyone should know it. This message was brought to you by the coalition for the destigmatization of rats.
🥲 Absolutely precious. I've had many rats over the years. It's crushes me each time I've had to say goodbye.😪 Just as described in this story, rats are like little dogs. They are amazingly intelligent and loving animals. 💙 💙 💙
I had a pet rat I could take on walks out side on a leash. I made him a condo home, I miss him so much. R.I. P. Cuddles ❤️🤗. My cat's and him would play and sleep together. I would like to add that I was there when he was born, when I brought him home I told my cats he was family and they could not eat him. My oldest cat is soon to be 21. All of my family loved him.
Over a 20 year span, we have had 20 pet rats, bald ones, Dumbo's (my favorite) and I just loved them all. They all knew their names and we only fed them homemade organic food. They all lived to 2 to 2 and 3/4 years. They make the best pets.
Rats are exceptionally clean. They constantly groom and will not eat or sleep where they poop. They are also very intelligent. We loved building them mazes with blocks. They always within a couple tries found their way to the rewards!
I loved having pet rats. They’re so smart and adventurous. I never shut their cage because they knew when they wanted to get up or go to bed, usually same time as me. Funny seeing the one try and get into your cereal. Mine loooved Apple Jacks and would hide them in their cage for a late night treat. Lol!
Such VERY beautiful pets and companions. We've had over 50 ratty's over many, many years and cannot live without them. Some for a variety of reasons choose to live on their own, despite there always being multiple ratty's in our home. As an old retired woman, I have learned how to deal with this. the key issue being that they HAVE to be with me 24/7 and yes, even sleep with me. The bonding is unbelievable - Theresa UK
