Some of you may have been wondering why I haven't been responsive or posting lately...
A dear friend of mine in the breeding community, Lauren of Runamuk Rats has passed. Since then, myself and a few other breeders have acquired her animals. I'm just now catching up to the whirlwind that's been happening since the news of her death. I made a post on Facebook saying that I would follow-up with a blog post. We all love our little rattie friends, but how long do they live? The answer to the question can depend on so many factors that don't include just genetics and good breeding.
Nowadays, rats have become popular pets for thousands of people and we all want the best for them, so knowing what to expect and how to care for them properly is really important. In this post, we are going to take a look at the lifespan of the average domesticated rat as a species (Rattus norvegicus domestica) and talk about some of the things that can affect their longevity. (the following post contains links in which we are not affiliated with, we simply enjoy their products) |
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