Tagged With Rats

Curious pet rat with a sleek gray coat standing by research books and a microscope in a lab

Do Rats Have Rabies? Unpacking Rodent Risks and Research

1 March 2024

Knowing how uncommon it is for rats to have rabies, how unlikely they are to give it to a person, and the biology that explains these things.

Brown rat observing a toy mouse in a laboratory setting, symbolizing research into rodent predation

Why Do Rats Eat Mice? An Investigation into Rodent Predation

1 March 2024

Muricide is a result of environmental factors, competition, and the activation of certain parts of the brain that are associated with predatory aggression.

Brown rat turning away from a bowl of peppermint leaves in an indoor setting

What Smells Repel Rats? The Most Effective Rat Repellent Scents

28 February 2024

Key scents that repel rats, such as peppermint and the smell of predators, and precautions to take when using scent-based rat repellents.

Brown rat climbing a textured wall with its sharp claws, showcasing agility in an urban environment

Do Rats Climb Walls? The Science Behind Their Impressive Climbing Prowess

28 February 2024

This review covers a wide range of topics including: the physical features that enable rats to climb, the behaviors that rats use to climb, the challenges that rats face in urban environments, and the methods that are used to control rat populations.

Brown rat with large ears peeking out of a hole in an urban alley under moonlight

Do Rats Come Out at Night? A Look at Rodent Nocturnal Behavior

22 February 2024

The nighttime habits of rats, how they've evolved to be creatures of the night, and how urbanization has affected their daily cycles.

Alert brown rat looking away from chocolate in a cage with healthy rat food and water

Can Rats Have Chocolate? Know the Risks and Best Practices

18 February 2024

The potential health dangers of chocolate consumption in rats, such as obesity, diabetes, and even death by poisoning, and the need for a well-rounded rat menu.

Brown rat displaying agility while navigating obstacles, with a skeletal overlay, in a clinical educational environment

Do Rats Have Bones? Exploring Rodent Skeletal Structure

9 February 2024

Topics include rat anatomy: the skeletal system, bone makeup, how to be agile without a cartilaginous skeleton, and evolutionary changes that helped ensure survival.

Curious white rat with black spots examining a bunch of red grapes on a wooden table in natural light

Can Rats Eat Grapes? Healthy Snacking for Your Rodent

5 February 2024

Nutritional information and potential health risks of grapes for rats, such as portion control and the role of a complete diet.