An excellent introduction to the remarkable rat, written by the
world-famous Rat Lady, Debbie Ducummum, Rats offers expert advice
to all keepers of these popular fancy pets. Held in high regard in
Ancient Egypt, major Asian societies, and discriminating homes in
America, rats are the most intelligent rodent on the planet and
enjoy playing games with their keepers. As with all editions in the
Complete Care Made Easy series, Rats offers readers information
about selecting the right pets from good sources and acquiring all
of the home essentials (for rats: cage, toys, bedding, and
furnishings). The book discusses food options and the importance of
feeding a rat a healthy, low-cal, low-fat diet based on fruits,
veggies, and legumes plus recipes and menu tips. The author also
covers the important considerations of rat proofing the home for
keepers who opt to give their pets free run of their dwellings. The
chapter "Beginning Your Friendship" discusses rat socialization,
handling, grooming, cleaning, and interactions with children and
other pets. The health of a pet rat is covered in the "Health Care"
chapter that includes choosing a veterinarian, the first vet visit,
spaying/neutering, the weekly health exam, plus handling common rat
maladies and dealing parasites and emergencies. The real f-u-n
begins in chapter seven, "Fun Activities," in which the reader can
learn how to train his or her rat to walk on a leash, enrich his
rat's life with entertaining games, and learn party tricks to
impress visitors to the rat's home. True rat lovers will enjoy
taking their rats to shows--just like dog shows--to show off their
rat's conformation and natural beauty. The chapter "Show Time"
offers advice on preparing for shows, classes at shows, and
competing for ribbons. The final chapter on breeding offers rat
enthusiasts advice about reproduction, the birthing process, and
handling pups. Glossary, appendices, and index included.
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