Bleuming Tails Rattery

A white rat with a pink nose and whiskers is sitting on a wooden surface. Surrounded by colorful flowers and decorations, the curious rat looks up attentively. The background features a dark blue cloth with white polka dots, adding to the whimsical scene.
A cute cartoon rat with large pink ears, a round black body, and a long pink tail. The rat has big, expressive eyes, a white face, and tiny pink paws. It is sitting on its haunches and looking forward with an engaging expression—perfect for promoting rat adoption.
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A ratty blog for the scientifically inclined owner

A close-up image of a curious rat with grayish-brown fur and a pink nose, peering into the camera. The rat, from an ethical breeder, is surrounded by green leaves of a plant, creating a vibrant contrast against its fur. The background is blurred, with green foliage prominently visible.

Don’t Settle for Medi’okra’—Ingredients

Confused by pet food labels? Understand misleading buzzwords, ingredient lists, and harmful additives. Get tips for choosing high-quality pet food for your rat’s health.

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What is an ethical breeder?

The concept of an ethical animal breeder is not new. We see these requirements across other species, from dogs to horses to cats, and even extending into livestock. So what is considered an ethical (reputable) rat breeder?

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Introductions

Arguably one of the most stressful times for both rat and owner, introductions are often one of the most asked about aspect of rat ownership. And one of the most murky.

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You Smell!

Odor is an issue for pet rat parents constantly. We clean, and clean, and clean, but their cage still reeks. Why is this, and what can be done?

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State of the Rattery

The last two years have brought upheaval in all facets of life, and this is a transparent update on what’s going on behind closed doors.

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Food for Thought

Rats are grain-based omnivores. This means, like humans, their diet is open to a range of ingredients, but they primarily focus on easy-to-digest grains such as ground whole oats and wheat middlings.

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