On 1/09/07, AM wrote:
> Rats are awesome. They like being handled, they don't bit and are just
> very social.
>
> You need to buy the right ones though. The stores have rats and fancy
> rats. The only difference is breeding. Rats have a tendency to get and
> die from tumors. The regular rats (cheap ones) are just bred. Heritage
> doesn't matter as they are used for feeder rats and are not long for
> this world. Fancy rats (up to $10) are bred to be pets so they live
> longer and healthier lives. That is local pet store breeding. For those
> on a more serious breeding path and want a pedigreed rat....LOL

That is pretty funny! LOL! I am considering a pet rat for my learning
support classroom. I have had two rats quite some time ago and think they
will be excellent for my class!

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