Rat Lifespan: How Long Do Fancy Rats Live For?

Cute Rat Eating a Treat

If you go by general pet rats – kept by individuals in their homes – then you could say that a rats average lifespan is anything around the 2 years mark. Many rats will get ill (usually tumours) from 18 months – but some can live well into their 2s (hormone and diet pending if … Read more

Can Rats Eat Watermelon?

Of course rats can eat watermelon flesh – just like us humans. It is very simple as foods go with no complex nutritional considerations There may be issues with it if your rats have pre-existing health issues – as with any treat – but offering your little guys a small triangle of home-grown or shop-bought … Read more

What Are The Best Rat Treats?

Well, now – here is a good question. A very good question – and we have consulted many rat owners to narrow down my list here in this article. Rats will learn to eat anything that their humans offer them – although in the wild they are very shy and wary of new foods. Rats … Read more

Can Rats Eat Cheese?

Cute Rat Face

Cheese comes in many forms, shapes, sizes and flavours – and as long as it is just in moderation – you can feed all cheeses to your ratty babies as wonderful treats. Rats do not show signs of being lactose intolerant at low intake levels according to many owners (which cheese would be if fed … Read more

Can Rats Eat Grapes?

Grapes are always something people are asking about when talking rat treats – as so many other animals shouldn’t really eat them.  And they really are toxic to dogs! But rest assured – rats can eat grapes and all their dried versions too – but just like everything – moderation is the key. Rats Can … Read more