would you ever own a pet rat?

[lute]

i'm so sorry about your rat. RIP lil Neo.

[luvofallhorses]

thanks! he was really special. my mom got him for me when I was ready for another small critter after my heart guinea pig passed away in 2001 from old age. I love rodents and they will always have a special place in my heart. I grew up with guinea pigs and love them. hamsters, too! I am not a big fan of gerbils, though.

[Sevaede]

Yes! I had a cream and white male named Stuart about 8 years ago. He was very sweet and very smart. I, too, love rodents. Something about those little guys. Rats, mice, gerbils, etc, are all sweet and cute to me.

[DJFyrewolf36]

I absolutely LOVE rats! Ive had several great rats from the time I was 10. My boy, Banana is as sweet as can be. I don't see rats as gross at all

[Chilli]

Of course!
I share my life with nine of the little buggers... and wouldn't have it any other way. I definately love my little guys & girls. I also work with my vet to help rehome rats that are dropped off on him. It doesn't happen too often, but I'm always willing to help him out. I have had a foster failure or two, though.


My special little guy, Sid..

[critter crazy]

I would love to have a few pet Rats, but Unfortunately Hubby is dead set against it! But I will get him to change his ways if it kills me!

[Zippy]

Rats are adorable.I would own a pet rat. I don't see it happening any time soon.In the future maybe.

[Freedom]

I wasn't sure which to pick, so I put yes but don't see it happening.

I enjoy seeing all your photos of your pet rats, and hearing the wonderful tales. I have a friend with one and I pet and hold her.

NOt for me though. For one thing, with 8 cats in the house, the rat could only be supervised to be out and that is not fair to the rat.

Second, I can't imagine rat proofing my house, After 12 years, I am still trying to cat proof!

Same reason I would not have a ferret, as wonderful as they are as pets.