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A historical cross-cultural examination of human-rat interactions, as well as the story of one human and her pet rat.

Some people are content to own regular pets while others prefer the more exotic, such as chinchillas, mice, and monkeys.

Before you decide to take a trip with your small animal pet make sure you know your airline's carrier size restrictions and what to expect at security checkpoints. Most airlines have restrictions for traveling with pets, so make plans in advance.

When choosing a pet for their child, many parents are more inclined to choose a hamster over a rat. But rats actually make for a better pet.

There are pros and cons to any pet. The most important thing is that you find the right choice for your family, whether it be a hamster, rat, guinea pig, or another pet altogether.

People cringe at the fact of a rat. But are they really all that bad?

On Saturday September 9, 2007 hamsters across the country will be revving their tiny furry engines as they compete in the PetCo Animal Supplies Annual Hamster Ball Derby. Hamster owners and enthusiasts are encouraged to participate or simply cheer on the rodent racers.

When you decide what kind of pet you want, you should learn something about the living creature.

Billings, Montana's climate and location makes it prime territory for a variety of pests including: ants, termites, bats, rodents, spiders, flies, yellow jackets, hornets, and moths.

Are you in need of Pest Control? Lubbock, TX offers many pest control companies to choose from.

Rats are wonderful, yet commonly misunderstood creatures. They are very clean and friendly, and have much more personality than most other "pocket pets".

Both Hamsters and Gerbils are cute, furry rodents. They are post popular with young children and teens.

These are the best pets to choose out of the small animal pet category. Read on to see if the pet rat will work for you.

Seal Up! Trap Up! Clean Up! Sanitation is the best way to prevent a rodent infestation by removing the food sources, water, and items that provide shelter for rodents.

If rats have invaded your home or storage buildings, don't panic. You can get rid of rats and get rid of them for good without the expense of hiring a pest control professional.

Pet mice have long been kids' favorites when it comes to choosing a small pet they can keep inside the house. Find out how to properly care for a pet mouse by readng this informative article today!

Don't allow you or your family to cohabitate with mice, or other rodents. These seven simple tips will help you rid your home of mice and other rodents and keep them out!

Domestic Rats have an undeserved reputation due to their wild cousins. The small rodents are quite lovable and make excellent pets.

Forget hamsters and gerbils. A rat makes the best first pet for a child.

Made by Super Pet, the Puzzle Playgrounds will tease and entertain your brain and your pet.

How to breed mice. This includes housing, diets and facts on gestationi and weaning. It even includes a personal schedule.

Mice Cube is an affordable mousetrap. This mousetrap is safe for use around children and pets. The Mice Cube offers a humane way to deal with unwanted rodent guests in your home.

A large rodent weighing between 2,000 and 3,000 pounds has been discovered in South America.

Did you know rats make great pets? They're easy to care for, friendly, and smart. Here's how to take care of your pet rats.

Degus are intelligent, loving creatures who make exceptional pets. They're highly intelligent creatures which bond with their owners, and I'd recommend them to almost anyone. This article can help you decide if Degus are the right pet for you.

Most children want a pet sometime in their young life. Learn why fish make great pets for children, and the parents who usually end up taking care of them!

While not the most favored of all the pets, and certainly not the most popular, this little rodent pal with a bad image could very well be your new best friend.

Don't forget your pet in the social networking trends of today! A variety of social networking sites targeting pets are showing promise, complete with video uploads, community groups, blogs, and message forums.

Today you can buy exotic pets at your local pet store and find out how to take care of them and enjoy these new and different types of pets. Learning is as easy as going online or looking in your local library.

Information on how to provide proper care for pet rats.

The New York mouse has not softened its character after 9/11. It is as chutzpadik as ever.

A small pet like a hamster, might make a perfect addition to your family. Face it kids love little critters, however moms aren't to big on the whole "pet rodent" idea.

There are lots of pets that are great for kids and there are lots that may not be a good choice for your family. Learn how to bring a pet into your family and how to choose the right pet.

If you are bringing your pets to Canada, you will have to have medical documents showing that the animals are healthy, and follow certain procedures while crossing the border.

Degus are an interesting pet and with the proper space and attention will keep their owner happy for years. Like any pet, care must be taken to their special needs and requirements especially at a young age.

Crittertrail is a well-known brand of cages and accessories for hamsters, gerbils, and mice. The following information on Crittertrail products will help you decide if Crittertrail offers the cages and accessories you want for your small animals.

A company has developed a new trash bag that is resistant to rats and raccoons!

Be the first on your block to own a Degu. This cute little animal looks like at rat but is not. They are closer related to the rabbit. It has tweed brown colored hair. Light circles adorn the eyes and their tummy is of a creamy hue.

It's inevitable - whether it's the First Date and things are going splendidly, or it's the Fifth Date and you have finally decided to take the plunge with this guy, it's going to happen: he's going to see where you live.

There is are lots of pet stores to choose from in Waldorf Maryland. Read the following paragraphs and you'll discover where they are located and what they offer.

As a breeder and an employee of a veterinary hospital, I just wanted to clarify a few things and add some as well.

Scientists found rat poison substance in several units of pet food, results so far released to assist veterinarians throughout North America in treating afflicted pets.

A look at hamsters versus rats as pets.

Description of one of the latest trends in the pet loving community, My Pet Stop, a resort and hospital in one, for primarily dogs and cats, but all animals are welcome. Brief description of what they offer.

Capybara's make good pets, but are best for large amounts of land such as a farm. Capybara is a semi-aquatic rodent that looks like a huge Guinea Pig.

Here are some tips to help keep your home free of mice and rats.

Fleas, mice, ants, roaches... no one should have to live with them. Yet people shouldn't have to live with the toxic fall-out from pesticides, either. Here's what to do.

I've had several Hamsters over the past few years and I think they make great pets.

Imagine what it would be like if your island was suddenly invaded by rats? It happened in Alaska and now the rat population has multiplied and is threatening to take over.

From time to time it seems we all have to take some time to combat some kind of pest in our lives.

Everyone has problems with unwanted pest from time to time. Insects bother you and get into places that they are not welcome. There are some things you can do to help keep certain pests away.

Mickey Mouse isn't the only great fictional mouse. Here are 10 others that are great fictional characters.

For many pet owners, the good-bye comes before a veterinarian takes the animal away "to a better place." For anyone with rats or mice, getting to that better place may involve a great amount of agony. Before you take your rat or mouse to the veterinarian, read this.

Mice can become a serious problem. It doesn't take long for them to get out of control. But a few simple measures can keep them out of your home.

Pets can better the health of their senior owners. Pets have proven to reduce seniors' blood pressure. A lap dog is the best choice for dog-loving seniors.

If you are looking for a pet or pet supplies in Missoula, Montana then there are several places that you can go.

The Rat is the very first animal of the Chinese Horoscope Cycle. A Rat is good at leading and conquering. Many famous emperors of Chinese history where Rats.

If you have a pet, or pets, you're probably always on the hunt for good deals on pet foods. Maybe you just love pets and can't stand the thought of them being abused. No matter why you love pets, or what you need to keep them happy, you'll find it online.

Let's face it, most people treat their pets as good as family members, some even go beyond this. Here's some help to finding that pet kennel that's right for your four legged friend.

This time of year, as the seasons change, mice become a big problem for rural folks. In an attempt to find safe harbor for the coming winter, field mice flock into our homes and - apparently - our cars. Here are some solid tips for dealing with furry invaders.

Veterinarians no longer have a monopoly on the sale of pet medications. The internet makes several sources available for pet prescriptions as well as pet supplies. It can pay to comparison shop for pet medications.

Information for new rat owners and curious on-lookers about the joys and rewards that the unique pet can provide.

Costly damage to your home caused by pests can be prevented if you know how to recognize the signs of pest infestation, take immediate steps to treat the problem and follow a pest management plan to stop uninvited guests from entering your home.

How can you stop rodents form invading your home every fall and winter? Use these tips to make your home less attractive to mice and other rodents.

Rat Zapper 2000 is a product which promises to totally exterminate the rats. This product depends on the battery for its operation.

Snakes are cool, with their flickering tongues and long bodies, but owning one as a pet is something one should not do before they consider these points...

Guinea pigs are the perfect pets for many people. They are the ideal choice as a first pet for children. People who lack the space needed for a dog or cat but still want a pet will find that a Guinea pig is a great soulution.

The Victor Pestchaser Mini Plug-In Rodent Repellers Set Of 4 is an economic pack of 4 repellents that can be used in 4 different rooms. Let there be no rodents in your living room, kitchen, garage and bedroom.

Making sure you feed your pet rat the right kinds of foods and treats will insure you have a happy healthy friend.

Pack rats keep everything they own, never throwing anything away or making donations. In order to change the habits of a pack rat, you must find a new system that works.

In a study conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins University Medical School in Baltimore, MD, rats that had been paralyzed were able to regain partial use of the paralyzed limb through the use of mouse embryo stem cells injected into them

Dogs and cats might not be pets for everyone. A parrotlet can provide an unusual alternative.

Hamsters make very good pets. Hamsters are very good at breaking out of their cages.

Describes whether or not chinchillas make good pets and why.

It seems like having pets in the classroom would enrich the learning experience of children. However, there are many problems with pets in classroom. While it depends on the pet and the individual teacher, classroom pets are generally a bad idea.

Many of us have pets. We love their companionship and the love they give to us…but what else are they giving to us that we may not know about?

The Litter Box, located just a touch out of Waverly heading North on US 23, is bringing some of the bigger city pets and products to Pike County, Ohio.

Getting rid of the little gray things yourself.

An article offering information on how to properly prevent, control, and elminate mice from entering your home.

I had mice in my apartment 2 years ago, got creative on how to keep them out...steel wool they don't like, but can still push it out of the hole or if they are gung-ho about it, have been known to chew through it...

Everyone would enjoy a pet. Not just little kids but older folks to. Who really has the time for a pet that takes a lot of time and costs a lot of money. That's why fish make great pets.

Have you ever seen a person with so many pets I their home that you honestly thought they were crazy for having so many?

Got roaches, bees, mice? You shouldn't have. Not when common products that are in your home can get rid of them.

Working as a French instructor in Benin, West Africa offers many possibilities and challenges, from low door frames to rodent stew.

Cnn.com is reporting one of the strangest incidents that have happened so far this year. A man was shot in the face by another man who thought that he was shooting at a swimming rodent in the water.

Hairless rats are an exotic species that require special care, but can reward you immensely!

In the medieval town of Hameln, Germany, follow in the footsteps of the Pied Piper. See the story reenacted in an open air play and buy yourself a rat-themed meal- if you dare.

Some kids are weird, where some ask for kittens and puppies, a parent reading this now is bound to have a child a bit stranger than the average child, and this child wants a pet rat, or maybe a mouse

Spread by animal droppings, Hanta Virus can cause heart trouble among its symptoms. Care should always be taken when cleaning up rodent droppings.

Chinchillas are considered to be an exotic pet. When people hear that I have a chinchilla, they always seem amazed. They are awesome pets for all ages to enjoy.

Can you imagine catching rats for the main source of your income or food? Can you imagine making $15-$35 dollars a month doing this

Rats are very social animals and love to play games. Here are ten that I found my rat's love to play.

When it comes to pets the price of toys, can become very expensive. So have you ever considered making your own pet toys?

The 60 million can and pouch pet food recall by Menu Foods contains rodent poison.

Chances are, at one time or another, it's going to happen. You'll move out your microwave to clean the kitchen counter and there it is. . .a fresh pile of mouse poo.

The Silent Spinner is a silent version of a traditional hamster wheel that employs ball bearing technology for noiseless spinning due to reduced friction.