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Post by ZandraJoi on Jul 21, 2022 20:52:35 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2022/07/21/rats-as-pets.aspx Story at-a-glance A recent study out of Georgetown University found that wildlife living in cities poses less of a threat as disease carriers that previously thought Long story short, sampling bias over years of scientific research has given rats and other urban animals an undeserved reputation for spreading disease to human populations This is welcome news for those of us who appreciate rats and advocate for them as intelligent, inquisitive, affectionate creatures who can make wonderful companions for people looking for a small pet Pet rats enjoy cuddling, can learn tricks and to come when called, and bond with their caregivers much like a dog or cat; rats offer many of the benefits that draw people to other types of pets, but require only a fraction of the space My notes: Would you have a rat as a pet? Why or why not? I had dwarf hamsters but I cannot imagine having a mouse nor a rat.
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