For an adult pet rat, the cage should be at least 14" by 12" by 24". You should stay away from pine or cedar shavings as they are toxic to rats. Your rat needs a shelter or sleeping box in the cage.

All domestic breeds are Fancy rats because the word “fancy” means hobby (as in, “to fancy” something). Standard rats are the closest relative to Brown rats and are a popular pet to own.

The National Fancy Rat Society was formed on 13 January 1976, and today the NFRS is the Crufts of the rodent world, celebrating the cream of Britain’s rats.

If a rat strikes your fancy, rat rescue groups will have adoptable rats on view for you to meet. The event includes breeders and fanciers showing their rats in the standards show.

Oh for God's sake: Ratapalooza is a fancy rat show and educational fair sponsored by RatsPacNW, a Northwest fancy rat club that encompasses Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia ...

Rat breeders and owners offer displays and presentations on a variety of topics. Learn which toys rats fancy and what foods keep them healthy. Kids can make crafts and toys in the shelter area.

According to the Justin Police Department, officers found domesticated rats dumped on the side of the road. The department says they are black hooded fancy rats, which is a breed of rat commonly ...