old rat care

Hey everyone. I'm brand new to this site, so be patient with me. I have a male, double-rex rat named Jarvis. Despite a mysterious lump that went away over time, he has never had any other health concerns. But I've noticed that he has lost a lot of weight in the past month—a concerning amount of...

Recently became the owner of two male rats. They just turned two years old. They're spry for their age, but they aren't very trusting/bonded to humans, and certainly not me. How can I befriend them and get them to be fine with cuddling with me and so forth? They take treats fine from my hands...

Hi everyone, It's been a rough year for my ratties and due to losing her cagemates in the last few months, my rat Fred is now the only rat I have left. She is a sweet 3 year old unspayed elderly female looking for a home where she can be with other females or neutered males. I'm not rehoming...

I felt the need to make this post simply for newer members or to help some more experienced members. Feel free to share and discuss what's the best for our sick and elderly fur babies! In this thread, this is what I've mostly experienced. Shadow the Rat (highly recommended Youtuber from me) has...