Rats are great pets for those who want a furry friend but may not have enough space for a dog or cat. Domestic rats in particular can be friendly, calm, and can bond emotionally with their owners.

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It's been a good few months in the press for the rakali (known as moytj in Noongar)—Australia's native water rat. These long-whiskered rodents finally received the recognition they deserve, with the ...

Tourists won’t be the only thing hogging the Big Apple sidewalks this summer. When people think of New York City rats, they ...

The peak breeding season for rats is now well and truly underway, with these unwanted rodents becoming increasingly active during the summer months — particularly in the UK, where the climate provides ...