Rats as Pets

People are often surprised (and sometimes don't believe) that rats can make wonderful pets. They are very social and usually very friendly to people if gently handled from a young age. To find out more about the qualities of rats as pets and choosing a pet rat, see "Introduction to Pet Rats," and if you want to know more about providing the proper care for pet rats, see "Care of Pet Rats."
Also See: Top Rat Cages and Top Rat Books