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
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
Unfortunately, one of the most common health issues in rats are tumours – mainly fast-growing soft-tissue tumours – and mainly in overweight, older females. But why is this? Well, a number of reasons can contribute to these growths including diet, family tree and bad luck – however we will look at all of these in … Read more