I have a rat, and I just bought a new one. My rat won't eat or drink, and he's losing weight. My rat is bleeding vaginally.
Rats make wonderful pets for people of all ages.
They rarely bite, unlike the popular hamsters, and even though they are nocturnal, they'll wake up at any time to play. When looking for a rat, it is best to go directly to a breeder. This way you can tell if the breeder cares about their rats and you can talk to them personally. These are among the questions that will insure you get a healthy rat. If you cannot talk to a breeder and are forced to buy from a pet store, take a look at the rats and the places in which they are living.