The earliest documented evidence of domesticated rats originates from Japan and dates back to the Edo period (1603 to 1868). The tradition of keeping fancy rats may have originated in Japan, but pet ...

We’ve all heard of dog and horse shows, but did you know you can also show pet rats? That’s right, these friendly, adorable rodents partake in competitions based on their appearance and personality.

New York City is known for its rat problem. Despite gains in extermination technology, climate change might make the future a more ratty place. Warmer temperatures mean more rat sexy time and could ...

When you think of rats, your first thought is definitely not “luxury” or “exclusivity.” You might picture those dirty, sneaky, nibbling creatures darting around the corner when you open your kitchen ...

New York City's rat population has grown exponentially since the middle of the 20th century. In 1950, an estimated 250,000 rats lived in the city. By 2014, there were an estimated 2 million. The rise ...

In one experiment, rat neurons helped mice restore their senses of smell—the first time any animal has perceived the world through the sensory hardware of another species Will Sullivan Daily ...

People buy rats? Expensive ones at that? No freaking way. When you think of rats, your first thought is definitely not “luxury” or “exclusivity.” You might picture those dirty, sneaky, nibbling ...