According to the pros at DIY Pest Control, the first step of rat control can be broken down into three parts ??? inspection, sanitation and exclusion. (Dreamstime/TNS) It’s the middle of the night, ...

We’ve all heard of dog and horse shows, but did you know you can also show pet rats? That’s right, these friendly, adorable rodents partake in competitions based on their appearance and personality.

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Laboratory rats might live better lives if they had cages that let them stand up, climb and romp about, according to researchers who gathered lessons on the animals’ behaviour from pet rat owners.