Fancy rats have long become an indispensable part of pet ownership. These cuddly and highly intelligent rodents, known for their fascinating social lives, have firmly established themselves as beloved companions among small animal enthusiasts. However, there are still many misconceptions or insufficient information regarding their natural needs and the resulting care requirements. Sabine Oechler, a long-time expert on fancy rats, describes these clever animals in this book as they truly are and illustrates what a species-appropriate, diverse, and stimulating environment for them should look like. Anyone who wants to provide their pets with a rat-friendly, healthy life and does not want to deprive them of play and fun cannot miss this volume from the Art-for-Art series! Topics include kinship, lifestyle and behavior, where to buy my rats?, transport and quarantine, and socialization.